Antitrust and Competition Associate

Interlink Talent Solutions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 260,000 - 435,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development and training programs

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

A prominent law firm is looking for an Associate Director - Head of USA to join their Antitrust and Competition team in Washington, DC or New York. The ideal candidate will have 1-8 years of experience in antitrust law, strong academic credentials, and excellent research and analytical skills. Responsibilities include representing clients in cartel investigations, assisting with antitrust litigation, and collaborating across teams for seamless global coverage. This position offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to work on high-profile global antitrust matters.

Qualifications

• 1-8 years of relevant experience in antitrust law at an Am Law 100 firm, DOJ Antitrust Division, or FTC Bureau of Competition.
• Admitted or eligible for admission in DC or NY.
• Strong academic credentials; prior clerkship experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in cartel investigations, including price-fixing and monopolization claims.
• Assist with antitrust litigation, defending against class actions and transaction challenges.
• Collaborate with corporate and litigation teams for global coverage.

Skills

Research and analytical skills

Drafting skills

Ability to manage complex matters

Collaborative skills

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

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Interlink Talent Solutions provided pay range

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Base pay range

$260,000.00/yr - $435,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Interlink Talent Solutions

Associate Director - Head of USA at Interlink Talent Solutions

An elite Am Law 100 firm is seeking a 3rd to 8th Year Antitrust and Competition Associate to join its highly regarded Antitrust and Competition team in Washington, DC or New York. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on some of the most complex and high‑profile antitrust matters globally, including merger reviews, cartel investigations, and litigation. The team regularly advises clients on civil and criminal investigations, compliance programs, and risk management strategies across määrä jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in cartel investigations, including price‑fixing, bid‑rigging, market allocation, and monopolization claims
• Assist with antitrust litigation, including defending against class actions, transaction challenges, and private litigation
• Collaborate with colleagues across corporate and litigation teams to deliver seamless global coverage
• Engage with enforcement authorities such as the DOJ Antitrust Division, FTC Bureau ofRETURN and international regulators

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted or eligible for admission in DC or NY proposées?
• 1–8 years of relevant experience in antitrust law at an Am Lawshr 100 firm, DOJ Antitrust Division, or FTC Bureau of Competition
• 8+ years may qualify for a Special Counsel position
• Strong academic credentials; prior clerkship experience is a قض
• Excellent research, analytical, and drafting skills
• Ability to manage complex matters and work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrated interest in antitrust and competition law
• Opportunity to work on high‑profile, global antitrust matters
• Professional development and training programs
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Exposure to leading practitioners and former senior government officials

If you are interested in this position, and you meet the requirements of the role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up‑to‑date copy of your resume. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Siobhan Murray for a confidential discussion.

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Interlink Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Legal
• Legal Services and Law Practice