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Group Actions and Competition (Contentious) - Associate

iCIMS

Group Actions and Competition (Contentious) - Associate

Salary Not Specified

iCIMS, City of Westminster

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 27 Sep | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: f07c56f40f3d47c79575fb41ecceb84d

Full Job Description

  • Clear, concise and unambiguous preparation and drafting of correspondence, notes of advice, applications, witness statements.
  • Conducting legal research using internal and external knowledge management resources
  • Preferably some experience of funded claims, be it bringing them or defending them
  • Assisting in the preparation of legal articles
  • Liaising with clients under the supervision of a partner
  • Developing own informal internal and external network of contacts
  • Building excellent working relationships with clients and peers within Stephenson Harwood
  • Attending business development and profile-raising events (client seminars, graduate recruitment activities)
    • Most of our roles are hybrid, meaning that colleagues benefit from working in our office and remotely. We are happy to discuss this and other flexible working arrangements with you as part of the application and interview process.

    We are currently seeking an enterprising Mid to Senior Associate with solid competition and group actions experience (claimant and/or defendant side) to join our Group Actions and Competition team, who enjoys leading on cases and driving forward business development ideas. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the areas set out below:
  • Cartel and abuse of dominance claims (Chapter I and Chapter II);
  • Providing pre-action advice and support to clients in relation to potential competition claims;
  • Preferably some broader commercial litigation experience;
  • Preferably some experience of the new opt-out regime in the Competition Appeal Tribunal., We are currently seeking an enterprising Associate with extensive UK contentious competition and group action experience to join our Group Actions and Competition team, who enjoys leading on cases and driving forward business development ideas.
  • The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the areas set out below:
  • Competition litigation including abuse of dominance and cartel claims;
  • Group actions more generally - including preferably opt-outs;
  • Some High Court commercial litigation experience would be helpful;
  • Pre-Action analysis of disputes and support for clients;
  • ADR including mediation.

    Furthermore, the perfect candidate will be interested in competition, consumer protection, securities and broader ESG focused actions. We see consumer protection and ESG claims as areas of great expansion in the competition world and are looking for an ambitious associate to help us grow these areas of the practice., With 8 offices worldwide and with our headquarters based in London, Stephenson Harwood is a law firm where our people are committed to achieving the goals of our clients - listed and private companies, institutions, and individuals across the globe. Our mix of expertise and culture results in a combination of deep local insight and the capability to provide a seamless international service.
    • Our experience encompasses corporate, commercial litigation and arbitration, employment, pensions and private wealth, finance, marine and international trade, and real estate and projects. We assemble teams of bright thinkers to match our clients' needs and give the right advice from the right person at the right time. Dedicating the highest calibre of legal talent to overcome the most complex issues, we deliver pragmatic, expert advice that is set squarely in the real world. We understand the power of diversity in delivering that high calibre advice to our clients. We want to attract diverse talent and we particularly encourage applications from underrepresented demographics. Our values: Individuality - We encourage creativity and develop talent Commitment - To be the best and deliver the highest standard Teamwork - We work together to build close, long-term relationships Straight talking - We say what we mean and do what we say These values express the personality of the individuals within our firm. They are the behaviours we encourage in our people and the standards which inform our decisions and actions. Our vision into 2026 To be a successful firm where talented people work together in an entrepreneurial environment, building long term client relationships. This vision is about who we want to be, as well as who we are. It is as much about our values as about our character - the attributes we want to see from all of our people. It also reflects the importance of remaining independent - a clear sign that we are confident in our own future. That's how we unlock our entrepreneurial spirit, advising our clients with top performing teams. A key part of the 2026 strategy is to focus on five core sectors: decarbonisation, life sciences, private capital & funds, technology, and transportation & trade. These have been identified as crucial in the drive for accelerated profitable growth.

    We will offer you a place where you can be yourself and where there are no limits on what you can achieve. With us, you can take ownership of your career and have honest conversations throughout. You would join an ambitious firm with a clear strategy for profitable growth where you can get early responsibility and early involvement in growing the business. Here you can expect a competitive and fair reward as well as recognition based on all round performance. This forms part of our internal promise to you, The Deal, between the firm and its employees. What you can expect:
  • A Competitive salary and a host of family friendly policies
  • Life assurance, private health and dental care for you and your family
  • A range of flexible benefits including gym discount and retail vouchers
  • Tech, cycle and electric car schemes
  • The opportunity to support the firm's charity through volunteering leave
  • A wellbeing strategy that focuses on preventative measures to maintain overall health, and tools and support for when we experience physical or mental difficulties. The strategy focuses on four pillars: physical, emotional, financial and social aspects.