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Direct Counsel

Associate Attorney-Antitrust

Dallas, TX

$235K - $390K/yr

Direct Counsel, LLC is seeking an Antitrust Associate for a leading global law firm to join their esteemed Antitrust and Competition team in Dallas, TX. Candidate should have 2 to 6 years of ...

Rosemore Recruitment

Antitrust Attorney

Manhattan, NY · On-site

About the Company A top AmLaw 100 law firm is seeking highly qualified associates and special counsel to join its growing Antitrust & Competition practice. New York or DC preferred. About the Rol ...

Percy Towers

Antitrust Attorney

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$260K - $310K/yr

The role includes complex antitrust litigation, regulatory counseling, and agency-facing matters involving the Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission. * You'll be working on significant ...

Lateral Link

Antitrust Associate

Washington, DC · On-site

This is an opportunity to join a broad-based experience across the full spectrum of antitrust law -- everything from high-stakes litigation to government investigations to strategic counseling. The ...

BCL Legal

Antitrust Litigation Associate

Manhattan, NY · On-site

You'll be working across both the transactional and litigation side of antitrust with a slightly higher focus on merger clearance and competition counseling. Day-to-day: * Advising clients on M&A ...

Apple

Antitrust Litigation Counsel

Cupertino, CA · On-site

... antitrust and regulatory matters. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who has experience in ... counsel. Rather, you will personally be formulating and driving strategy as well as working with a ...

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How much do antitrust counsel jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for antitrust counsel in the United States is $139,438.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $197,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Antitrust Counsel position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Antitrust Counsel, you need a deep understanding of antitrust laws, legal research abilities, and a Juris Doctor (JD) degree with relevant state bar admission. Familiarity with legal research platforms like Westlaw or LexisNexis, as well as experience in handling regulatory compliance and filings, is typically required. Outstanding negotiation, analytical thinking, and strong written and verbal communication skills are key assets in this role. These skills are crucial for effectively navigating complex regulatory matters, advising clients or organizations, and managing high-stakes legal issues.

What does an Antitrust Counsel do?

An Antitrust Counsel advises companies on competition laws, ensuring compliance with regulations that prevent monopolistic practices and promote fair competition. They assess mergers, acquisitions, and business practices to identify potential antitrust risks. Additionally, they may represent clients in regulatory investigations or litigation involving antitrust claims. Their role often requires analyzing market dynamics, drafting legal documents, and engaging with government agencies to navigate complex legal issues.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of an Antitrust Counsel?

Antitrust Counsel regularly analyze transactions for potential competitive concerns, draft legal opinions and filings, and advise business leaders on compliance with antitrust regulations. They also interact with regulatory bodies, coordinate with outside counsel, and may participate in litigation or investigations as needed. Collaboration with internal business units—such as corporate strategy, mergers and acquisitions, or product development teams—is common to ensure compliance from the earliest stages of deal-making or new initiatives. This hands-on and collaborative role requires a proactive approach to identifying risk and developing compliant business solutions.

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Senior Counsel, M&A, Strategic Investments, CBD Legal

Senior Counsel, M&A, Strategic Investments, CBD Legal

Applied Materials

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

$189K - $260K/yr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Applied Materials rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

25th of 520 rated manufacturers

Job description

Who We Are
Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips - the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world - like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
What We Offer
Salary:
$189,000.00 - $260,000.00
Location:
Santa Clara,CA
You'll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible-while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.
At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We're committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.
Senior Counsel, M&A and Strategic Investments, CBD Legal. This position would be in our Corporate Business Development (CBD) Legal group, and would report to the Managing Director, CBD Legal.
Deal Counsel. The attorney's primary role would be as deal counsel supporting all aspects of the Corporate Business Development group's activities, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures and other strategic investments. Specifically, the attorney would be involved in:
  • Review M&A pipeline review decks and drive regulatory assessment review by antitrust, CFIUS and FDI counsel of potential transactions, including coordinating input from the applicable business unit leaders and technologists
  • Prepare and negotiate non-disclosure agreements
  • Work with internal tax and finance groups and external counsel on transaction structuring
  • Prepare and advise the deal team regarding the negotiation of term sheets
  • Conduct and coordinate due diligence investigations, including coordinating with Legal & Compliance Organization (LCO) groups and with IP counsel
  • Prepare legal and IP due diligence report-outs for the business and deal team
  • Work with outside counsel on preparation of definitive transaction documentation, working with the CBD deal lead to drive agreement negotiations
  • Drive resolution of pre-closing and closing activities
  • Coordinate presentations on due diligence findings for the LCO and impacted corporate and business groups to support post-close integration and other activities
  • Develop and communicate responses to critical legal issues as they arise
  • Advise on and coordinate the legal aspects of potential divestitures, including working with IP counsel to assess separability of assets and technology, with antitrust counsel to assess potential counterparties and regulatory requirements
  • Assist in the preparation of playbooks and process improvements for the CBD group and participate in company-wide training programs

Required Experience and Skills
  • JD from a nationally-recognized law school
  • The ideal candidate would have at least 6 years of total experience with a practice focused on mergers and acquisitions in a large, international law firm, with at least 2 of those years doing deals with a strong cross-border component for technology companies
  • A thorough understanding of the entire M&A process and desire to learn and participate in legal integration efforts
  • Experience in or exposure to capital markets, corporate securities and regulatory reporting, and strategic investments
  • Experience in or exposure to regulatory assessments and filings, including domestic and foreign antitrust, CFIUS and foreign FDI, and Outbound Investment Rule
  • Superior attention to detail and follow-through
  • Maturity, tact, pragmatic business judgment, sound decision-making and a ready sense of humor
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team-oriented environment
  • Willingness to travel, both domestic and international, up to 25% of the time

Work Location: Santa Clara, on-site
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
No
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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Applied Materials is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We're the brain (and the brawn) behind every new technology development--whether it's building semiconductor chips for smartphones and computers, or the underpinnings for robotics, AI and even smart TV display screens. With 27,000 employees in 19 countries, we offer an exciting place to grow and learn alongside some of the best people you'll ever meet. We take deep pride in our Culture of Inclusion, and we celebrate the diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences that help us build stronger, more resilient teams. Join us as we innovate to Make Possible a Better Future!

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

Year founded

1967

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