An opportunity has arisen for a mid-level associate to join a market-leading Competition, Regulation & Trade team in London. The practice handles demanding regulatory work, competition matters and complex transactions for a broad international client base.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for planning, prioritising and delegating workstreams, keeping supervising partners and associates updated on progress, and delivering prompt, high-quality service directly to clients.

Beyond fee-earning work, the role involves contributing to the team's know-how — preparing legal precedents, articles, marketing materials and presentations — and building effective working relationships across offices and practice groups.

Between two and five years' post-qualification experience, ideally gained in a strong UK competition practice.
Regulatory experience and merger work are desirable but not essential.
A minimum 2:1 degree (or equivalent) with professional examinations passed first time; full academic details, including grades, subjects and transcripts, should be provided.
Strong legal skills, including complex drafting, negotiation and project management.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage individuals at all levels.
People management and business development capability.
Understanding of law firm profitability and cost/budget management.
A bright, proactive self-starter who thrives on a challenge.

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