Solicitor/Senior Associate, Competition at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

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The role

Herbert Smith Freehills is seeking an experienced Solicitor or Senior Associate to join their Band 1 ranked Competition, Regulation and Trade practice. This role is for individuals with at least 3 years of PQE in competition law, preferably with experience in merger clearances and a keen interest in new merger control regimes. The position is based in either the Sydney or Melbourne office and supports a team led by multiple partners.

What you'll do

Supervise junior lawyers
Cultivate a strong team culture
Support their development

What we're looking for

A minimum of 3 years' post qualification experience in a leading competition law team or relevant regulator experience in Australia

In-depth experience with a range of competition and consumer law matters, particularly merger clearances

A keen interest in developing expertise with the new merger control regime

An excellent academic record

Natural commitment to continuous learning

Strong communication skills

Ability to supervise junior lawyers

Ability to cultivate a strong team culture

Ability to support the development of junior lawyers

Ability to work successfully to tight timeframes

Ability to work collaboratively

Ability to work at times autonomously

Curiosity about our client's businesses

Commitment to strengthening relationships with clients

Commitment to strengthening relationships with internal stakeholders

An innovative mindset

Curiosity about AI and emerging technologies

Benefits

26 weeks paid parental leave

Holistic wellbeing fund

Home office allowance

Hiring contacts

Carissa Bartels

Recruitment Manager

+61 2 9225 5305

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Solicitor/Senior Associate, Competition