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Senior Associate, Antitrust & Competition — London

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Top-tier international competition team is seeking a Senior Associate to join its London practice on a permanent, full-time basis. The role sits in a broadly scoped Competition, Regulation and Trade group handling non-contentious and related contentious matters across merger control, behavioural investigations, regulatory work and competition litigation.

The successful candidate will work on cross-border mandates for corporate and public-sector clients across regulated sectors (energy, infrastructure, TMT, financial services, consumer/retail and pharmaceuticals). The role involves leading pieces of work, supporting partner-led teams, and contributing to thought leadership and business development.

  • At least 5 years' post-qualified experience in UK competition/antitrust practice.
  • Strong experience or interest in merger control, behavioural investigations and related regulatory work; litigation experience desirable.
  • Excellent legal drafting, analytical and project-management skills; ability to prioritise and delegate.
  • Proven client-facing skills and ability to build relationships across teams and offices.
  • Strong academic record (e.g. 2:1 degree or equivalent) and professional qualifications completed.

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