Role Snapshot Act on complex merger clearances, enforcement actions, market studies, and regulatory investigations. Advise across sectors including technology, energy, infrastructure, transport, financial services and healthcare. Join a national competition practice known for top-tier merger, enforcement and advisory capabilities. About Our Client Our client is a prominent national law firm with a high-performing Competition & Regulatory group advising blue-chip corporates, government and industry associations. The team handles ACCC merger clearance processes, cartel and misuse of market power investigations, consumer protection matters, and complex regulatory strategy for clients involved in highly scrutinised sectors. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, commercial mindset, and significant growth across competition, regulatory and public law. About the Role As a Senior Associate, you will lead matters involving merger clearances, ACCC investigations, strategic regulatory advice and litigation. You will support clients navigating complex competition risks, advise on regulatory compliance and represent them in responding to investigations, enforcement and review processes. You will work closely with experienced partners and contribute to the mentoring of junior lawyers. The role offers high visibility across firm leadership and the opportunity to help shape major market transactions and regulatory policy developments. Key Responsibilities Lead ACCC merger clearance processes, including economic expert engagement and submissions Advise on restrictive trade practices, cartel conduct, exclusive dealing and misuse of market power Represent clients in regulatory investigations and enforcement actions by the ACCC and ASIC Provide strategic advice on regulatory frameworks and sector-specific obligations Draft submissions, legal opinions, undertakings and court or tribunal materials Collaborate across corporate, M&A, litigation and public law teams to provide integrated client solutions Contribute to client development initiatives and mentoring of junior lawyers Practice Focus Competition law – merger control, enforcement, authorisations and exemptions Consumer protection – misleading conduct, unfair contract terms, product safety Regulatory investigations – ACCC, ASIC, IP Australia and other statutory bodies Market studies, sector inquiries and access regimes Key industries: energy, transport, healthcare, financial services, digital markets Candidate Profile 8 years’ post-qualification experience in competition, consumer and/or regulatory law Strong experience advising on complex transactions, enforcement matters or merger processes Excellent legal drafting, analytical and stakeholder management skills Familiarity with ACCC priorities, regulatory processes and economic frameworks What’s on Offer Join a national competition team with a strong market reputation and top-tier matters Exposure to significant cross-border mandates and regulatory reform issues Lead complex matters and contribute meaningfully to practice growth Inclusive firm culture with hybrid working and clear leadership pathways Competitive remuneration aligned to experience and contribution How to Apply Merger & Regulatory Experience: Highlight matters involving the ACCC, enforcement or strategic regulatory advice. Sector Insight: Note any experience across key industries such as energy, transport or digital markets. To apply, send your CV and a short cover letter. For a confidential discussion, contact: Ivan Pignataro Director D’Arcy Weil T: 61 3 9999 7409 | M: 0416 507 856 | E: ivan@darcyweil.com D’Arcy Weil is a First Recruitment International company. CompetitionLaw RegulatoryLaw ConsumerProtection LegalJobs SeniorAssociate ACCC MergerClearance RegulatoryInvestigations SydneyJobs CartelLaw MarketPower UnfairContracts AustraliaLawJobs
