London Global M&A Antitrust Associate

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment represents a leading US law firm in London, seeking a Competition & Antitrust Associate with 2-6 years’ PQE to join the practice. The role focuses on transactional competition, merger control and regulatory matters, including cross-border work and high-profile deals.

The ideal candidate has a predominantly transactional background, strong experience in merger control and foreign investment, and is comfortable operating in a fast-paced international environment.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years’ PQE in competition/antitrust.
• Predominantly transactional background.
• Strong experience in merger control and/or foreign investment.

Responsibilities

• Advising on competition and regulatory aspects of major M&A and investment transactions.
• Involvement in UK and EU merger control, CMA/EC matters, FDI regimes.
• Provide competition advice on cross-border transactions and multi-jurisdictional merger control strategy.

Skills

PQE 2-6 years

Competition/Antitrust

Merger control

Foreign investment

Cross-border transactions

Regulatory engagement

Job description

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment represents a leading US law firm in London, seeking a Competition & Antitrust Associate with 2-6 years’ PQE to join the practice. The role focuses on transactional competition, merger control and regulatory matters, including cross-border work and high-profile deals.

The ideal candidate has a predominantly transactional background, strong experience in merger control and foreign investment, and is comfortable operating in a fast-paced international environment.