Overview
DAC Recruitment is highlighting an opportunity for a competition lawyer at mid-level or senior associate level in Dublin. The role involves advising domestic and international clients on EU and Irish competition law, merger control, regulatory investigations and related market regulation. The identity of the hiring firm is confidential at this stage.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise on cartels, restrictive agreements, abuse of dominance, vertical arrangements and competition compliance.
- Support competition investigations, dawn raid preparation and responses to regulatory authorities.
- Prepare merger notifications and competition-related transaction assessments, including filings involving the CCPC and European Commission.
- Advise on foreign investment screening, foreign subsidies requirements and cross-border regulatory approvals.
- Provide guidance on state aid matters, including grant schemes and relevant exemptions, where applicable.
- Assist clients with competition and regulatory issues arising in digital markets and regulated industries.
- Draft submissions, legal advice, notifications and practical client guidance, working with other teams and international counsel.
- Build trusted client relationships and contribute to the management of complex matters.
Candidate Profile
- Solicitor qualified in Ireland or England and Wales.
- At least 3 years’ post-qualification experience in competition law, a regulatory authority legal team or a relevant regulatory practice.
- Experience in EU competition law, merger control, investigations, compliance or related regulation.
- Strong legal drafting, analytical judgement and commercial awareness.
- Ability to manage work independently while collaborating on larger matters.
- State aid experience is advantageous, but not essential.
Package and Benefits
The role offers competitive remuneration, hybrid working options, pension contributions, life assurance and income protection. Relocation assistance may be available to candidates moving from overseas.
Confidential Enquiries
To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact DAC Recruitment via our contact page. Candidates can also register their interest using our candidate form. Further details about the hiring firm will be provided at the appropriate stage.