Legal Trainees and Research Assistants EU Competition Law (m/f/d) - Brussels

About Nishimura & Asahi

Nishimura & Asahi is one of the leading commercial law firms in the Asian region employing more than 800 professionals with a presence in over 22 locations around the world. As a pioneer in its field, it was the first leading Japanese law firm to open offices in Europe.

Our Brussels Competition Law Team

We advise international clients on EU and German merger control, cartel investigations, antitrust compliance, EU State aid and the EU Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR), representing them before the European Commission, the German Federal Cartel Office, and the European Courts. Our work has a strong international focus, with close collaborations across all Nishimura & Asahi offices and with clients in Asia, the United States and Europe.

For our office in Brussels, Belgium, we are hiring

Legal Trainees and Research Assistants EU Competition Law (m/f/d)

As a fully integrated team member, you will gain hands-on experience and insight into our daily work. You will be actively involved in cases and benefit from close mentorship by experienced professionals.

Your Profile:

• A strong interest in working with Asian clients
• Outstanding legal qualifications (basic knowledge of EU competition law is beneficial but not required)
• Fluency in English
• Knowledge of an Asian language (advantageous but not required)

We are flexible in arranging your start date and duration of employment. Please indicate your availability in your application.

What We Offer:

• Attractive compensation
• Good work-life balance with consideration for your exam preparation
• Mentoring by a designated associate

• Exciting work on international cases, particularly involving clients from Asia
• Potential work experience at our Tokyo office (for candidates with prior experience at our Brussels office)

How to Apply:

We look forward to your application via the system using the *Apply* button (please include your CV, cover letter and relevant credentials).

Please note that all documents submitted will be carefully reviewed, and only selected candidates will be invited for further assessment. Submitted documents will not be returned.

Nishimura & Asahi is committed to equality and diversity. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.