About the role

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We are seeking an England & Wales/EU27 qualified Competition associate (non-contentious) with a minimum of 2 years’ and maximum of 4 years’ post-qualification experience for our EU/UK Competition team. 

Prior experience working in a team for financial institutions or funds clients and exposure to mergers, acquisitions, JVs and restructurings required.  EU27 admission, German/French language skills and an EU Law or Competition LLM highly desirable.
 
Our EU/UK Competition team is part of the Firm’s Global Antitrust & International Trade practices.  The team works seamlessly on cross-border matters with colleagues in Akin Gump’s US, German, UAE and Asian offices. The EU/UK Competition practice is led by partner Davina Garrod and includes two counsels, one associate, a trainee and two economic research analysts.  

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Diversity & Inclusion at Akin Gump

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Akin Gump’s firm-wide D&I information is available here. The London office has a dedicated Diversity & Inclusion Council working in collaboration with local resource groups and networks to support strategic initiatives. 

 

How to Apply

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To apply please submit a resume/CV, law school transcript and cover letter to:

INTERNATIONALRECRUITING@akingump.com

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