Junior Antitrust/Competition Lawyer

An elite international law firm is seeking a junior associate to join its highly regarded Asia-Pacific Antitrust/Competition practice in Hong Kong or Beijing. The team sits at the heart of many of the firm’s most significant cross-border transactions, advising leading global businesses on complex merger control and competition matters across China, Asia-Pacific and other major jurisdictions. The successful candidate will gain early responsibility and exposure to sophisticated, high-value mandates across sectors including technology, semiconductors, telecommunications, private equity and healthcare. The role will involve conducting multi jurisdictional filing analyses, researching decisional practice, preparing client information requests, drafting merger filings and advising on behavioural competition matters. Working closely with experienced competition lawyers, transactional teams and local counsel around the world, the new hire will develop both strong technical expertise and a practical understanding of how competition strategy shapes major international deals. Applicants should have: - 1–3 years’ PQE in antitrust or competition law - Qualification in Hong Kong or another leading common-law jurisdiction - Experience at a leading international or top-tier firm - Strong academic pedigree, analytical and drafting skills - Fluency in English / Mandarin would be advantageous - The ability to work effectively on cross-border matters This is an excellent opportunity to gain substantive responsibility and work on sophisticated international matters within a leading global practice. A full US compensation package is offered.