Competition Lawyer non-contentious - 6-12 month assignment

We are currently working closely with a leading UK law firm in their search for a Competition Lawyer to join their ranked team for a 6-12 month assignment. Due to the nature of the work, the successful competition Lawyer will have a focus on non-contentious competition law matters, with a particular strength in merger control. This role is to start ASAP, therefore the successful individual will likely be available at short notice or immediately.

The team is ranked highly in the legal directories and has a fantastic reputation for their non-contentious competition law work. They work with clients across a range of sectors to include technology, retail and healthcare, to name a few. In joining the team for an assignment of 6-12 months, the successful competition Lawyer can expect to be involved in dealing with competition authorities including the CMA, be involved in merger control (including The National Security and Investment Act 2021 (NSIA)) matters, antitrust investigations and compliance matters.

The successful individual will be able to demonstrate:

• Qualification as a solicitor in England & Wales, or another commonwealth jurisdiction
• Upwards of 3 years' PQE in handling a non-contentious competition law caseload, with a notable strong suit in merger control
• Experience gained within private practice would be ideal, but individuals with experience gained within competition authorities will also be considered
• Excellent project management capabilities for complex antitrust and merger control matters
• Outstanding communication skills
• The capacity to work autonomously, as well as part of a wider team
• The ability to start a new role immediately or at short notice

Ideally the successful individual will be able to spend 2-3 days per week in the office (either London or the South West), but there may be flexibility on this depending on a case by case basis.

Please apply with your CV to in confidence.

Please note that where a level of preferred experience or qualification is indicated, this is a guideline only and does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

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