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City of London, London (region), EC4Y 8AP

The Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) is a specialised, independent judicial body whose principal statutory functions are to hear appeals in respect of decisions made by competition and regulatory authorities and claims for damages (to recover losses caused by infringements of competition law) brought by individual / groups of claimants.  Its jurisdiction in competition and economic regulatory cases extends to the whole of the UK and is central to the UK’s competition system. 

This is an exciting opportunity to develop real experience at the cutting edge of both substantive competition law and legal procedure. The work of the Tribunal covers every aspect of competition litigation, including appeals against infringement decisions, judicial reviews of merger and market investigations and private litigation (including collective actions and fast track procedures).

You will be working directly for the President, Chairmen and Registrar of the Tribunal, the post encompasses a case handling role central to the work of the Tribunal.

Key Accountabilities include:

• Liaising with the parties and members of the Tribunal to ensure the most effective conduct of cases before the CAT
• Researching case law and produce well written analyses
• Advising Chairmen and members of the Tribunal on legal and procedural issues arising in the conduct of cases
• Attend hearings and assist on relevant issues as required
• Prepare drafts of orders, judgments and written materials
• Assist in relation to outside speaking engagements

The successful candidate will be an experienced lawyer and a team player, capable of handling procedural matters and analysing issues of law and fact raised in the submissions from parties.

Essential Criteria:
– Legal skills to a high standard and incisive intellect with keen powers of analysis
– Capable of handling issues of law and fact raised in the submissions of parties
– Sophisticated drafting skills
– Clear understanding of litigation procedures
– Excellent case handling skills
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
– Be a strong team player

Please refer to the ‘Candidate Pack’ linked below for the full details.

Alongside your salary of £70,000, Competition Service/Competition Appeal Tribunal contributes
£18,900 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.

Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

• 30 days Annual Leave
• Learning and development tailored to your role
• Free eye tests and contribution towards your glasses
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%

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Job contact :

• Name : Jayda Hart
• Email : HR@catribunal.org.uk
• Telephone : 02079797979

Recruitment team

• Email : hr@catribunal.org.uk