Competition Counsel, 6-8 PQE, Elite US Firm, London

Jameson Legal.
London

A leading US law firm is seeking a Competition Counsel with 6-8 years' PQE to join its highly regarded London team.

The practice works with a prestigious client base of financial institutions and multinational corporates across sectors such as technology, private equity, financial services, digital markets, and energy. In this senior role, you will advise on complex transactional antitrust matters, including M&A and restructurings, and manage UK/EU merger control and foreign investment processes. You will work directly with partners, take on substantial client-facing responsibilities, and contribute to the continued development of the team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career in a supportive and ambitious environment. The firm offers a competitive US salary package, performance-related bonuses, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work on some of the most high-profile cross-border mandates in the competition/antitrust field.

About You:

  • 6-8 years' PQE solicitor qualified in England & Wales.
  • Significant non-contentious competition/antitrust experience gained at a leading international law firm.
  • Strong background in transactional antitrust, particularly M&A and restructurings.
  • Proven expertise in UK/EU merger control and foreign investment matters, including managing multi-jurisdictional filings.
  • Excellent academic record, with postgraduate competition/antitrust studies an advantage.
  • Commercially focused, proactive, and confident handling client relationships.
  • Foreign language skills and experience with EU FSR are beneficial but not essential.

To apply or discuss your situation in confidence, please contact Thiago Silva.

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.Jameson Legal acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.

Posted 2025-09-24

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