Competition Litigation Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in legal services is seeking a talented Competition Litigation Associate to join their London office. This role offers the chance to work on high-stakes competition disputes, engaging with top-tier clients and addressing complex legal challenges. The firm prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that encourages professional growth and development. With a commitment to delivering innovative legal solutions, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a dynamic setting. If you have a passion for competition law and thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Generous Annual Leave

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 2-5 years PQE in competition law.
• Strong academic background and training at a City law firm.

Responsibilities

• Handle high-stakes competition disputes in EU and UK law.
• Work on multijurisdictional competition disputes for international clients.

Skills

Competition Law

Antitrust Dispute

Litigation

Team Collaboration

Deadline Management

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Law Degree

Job description

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About the Job

William James Recruitment is pleased to present this excellent opportunity for a Competition Litigation Associate to join a global law firm in the firm's London office.

The Role

Our client is one of the world's leading law firms, with a commitment to delivering innovative and high quality legal services to diverse range of clients including financial institutions, top Fortune and FTSE companies.

Our client's Competition team is a market leader in this field and is looking for a talented and motivated lawyer to join the dynamic team in London. In this role, you will work on high-stakes competition disputes are arising out of infringements of EU and UK competition law. The team act for the firm’s largest international clients handling multijurisdictional competition disputes before the UK Competition Appeal Tribunal and the High Court, including standalone and follow-on claims, and individual and collective proceedings.

The successful candidate will be a qualified solicitor between 3 to 5 years’ PQE with experience working on competition law matters, including antitrust dispute and related litigation.

The firm offers a supportive and includive work environment that fosters professional growth and development. You will have access to ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.

The Candidate

• England & Wales Qualified Solicitor between 2 - 5 Years PQE
• Competition experience is required
• Ability to work to deadlines/targets, to prioritise and manage a varied caseload
• Strong ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative
• Excellent academic background and training at a City law firm

The Benefits and How to Apply

• Competitive base and benefits package
• Generous annual leave package - ability to buy and sell holidays
• Private Medical Insurance and life assurance
• Excellent progression and development opportunities

Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: Alice Winter (Retained Consultant

Email: [e-mail]

More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients, including a range of legal 500 firms.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Alternative Dispute Resolution, Law Practice, and Legal Services

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