Competition Associate

Overview

A highly respected multinational law firm is seeking an associate to join their leading team. The role involves advising clients in the technology, telecommunications, manufacturing, and healthcare sectors on Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) compliance and approvals. Ideal candidates will have 2–6 years of experience in private practice advising clients on competition law, mergers and acquisitions, and/or investigations, with a commitment to building expertise in competition and consumer law.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on obtaining ACCC clearance for mergers, acquisitions, and various commercial transactions.
• Represent clients in ACCC investigations and enforcement actions involving cartel conduct, misuse of market power, misleading or deceptive conduct, and other alleged anti-competitive behavior.
• Manage competition and consumer-related litigation and disputes between competitors, suppliers, and consumers, including pursuing negotiated and strategic outcomes outside formal court processes.
• Counsel clients on transaction structures, marketing and advertising strategies, product recalls, and the design and implementation of internal compliance frameworks.
• Collaborate closely with partners and senior lawyers, taking ownership of files and managing matters with appropriate autonomy and supervision.

Requirements

• 2–6 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in a reputable private practice environment.
• Exposure to competition law through advisory work, investigations, or disputes, with a genuine interest in specializing in this area.
• Strong academic credentials and a demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• A collaborative working style combined with the confidence to operate independently when required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation and benefits package within the alternative legal services marketplace.
• Health benefits, pension, and additional perks.
• Access to professional development resources and learning programs.
• Predominantly remote work, with some client engagements requiring on-site presence.

Location

This role primarily supports clients in Australia and requires expertise in Australian competition law and ACCC compliance.