Associate - Competition Litigator

Location
London (Central), London (Greater)
Salary
Neg
Posted
30 Sep 2016
Closes
28 Oct 2016
Ref
Ref 204
Job Title
Associate
Practice Area
Competition / EU, Litigation
PQE Level
5-7
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Our Client is currently seeking an Associate at 5 PQE+ with hands on exposure to follow-on damages claims in relation to cartel cases and/ or abuse of dominance cases before the English Courts, including the CAT.

The successful candidate:

  • is expected to be voracious in their desire to consume the most up to date European and English Competition case law and information, and to disseminate to team
  • will often be the lead associate on a variety of high-end work within the Competition Litigation space

Skills/ Knowledge required

  • Able to demonstrate a diligent and hard work ethic, attention to detail and "commercial spark".
  • Flexibility and stamina to manage a demanding workload with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
  • Ability to demonstrate high levels of enthusiasm, resourcefulness and a high degree of self-motivation.
  • Lateral thinker and ideas person.
  • Exceptional organisational skills.
  • Good communication skills, including the ability to persuade, present, write and précis.
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills.

Education/ Experience

  • Excellent academics, i.e.2:1 from a university with a reputable law faculty or equivalent via CPE