Regulatory and Litigation Counsel, Competition Defense

Regulatory and Litigation Counsel, Competition Defense Overview

This role sits within Google’s legal team and focuses on defending the company in competition-related regulatory and litigation matters across the EMEA region. The work is centered on building and executing defense strategies when governments or regulators investigate the company, and on managing private lawsuits that arise alongside or after those regulatory matters. The position calls for a lawyer who can think strategically, handle complex and ambiguous issues, and work closely with colleagues across the business to protect the company’s interests while helping shape practical legal responses.

In this position, you would be part of an in-house legal group that handles some of the company’s most challenging and high-profile issues. The work involves close collaboration with teams across Google, proactive assessment of legal risk, and legal advice that supports both business goals and compliance obligations. The role is based in the EMEA legal team and is intended for someone who can lead matters from early-stage inquiry through investigation, disclosure, regulatory engagement, and, when necessary, trial and appeal.

What you will do

• Lead the company’s strategy for responding to competition-law regulatory inquiries, investigations, enforcement proceedings, and related private civil claims.
• Shape and maintain the factual record for your matters, including supervising the collection, organization, and review of materials used in outside submissions and disclosures.
• Work with internal business partners to define the legal and strategic approach to regulatory risk and the risk of follow-on litigation.
• Represent Google in meetings and discussions with regulators and other external stakeholders.
• Conduct or oversee internal investigations tied to the matters you manage.
• Take matters through litigation stages as needed, including trial preparation and appellate work.

What Google is looking for

• A law degree such as a JD or LL.B., or an equivalent combination of legal education and practical experience.
• Current authorization to practice law in the UK or in an EU member state, including good standing admission or another valid in-house practice status.
• At least seven years of experience at the attorney level, gained in government, in-house legal roles, or private practice.
• Hands-on experience dealing with regulators, including the European Commission and competition authorities in EU Member States.
• Experience litigating competition matters in civil court.
• For preferred consideration, experience leading projects and working effectively with teams across functions.
• Preferred background in class actions or similar collective claims.
• Preferred experience advising or litigating for technology companies, along with familiarity with technology law and policy and the ability to understand technical issues.
• Preferred experience handling complex litigation in Member State civil courts and before the Court of Justice of the European Union.
• Strong attention to detail, a practical and action-oriented mindset, and a commitment to high ethical standards.
• Excellent writing and speaking skills, strong time management, and solid investigative ability.
• English proficiency is required for all roles unless the posting specifically says otherwise.

Location and working arrangement

The posting allows applicants to choose a preferred work location from London, UK or Brussels, Belgium. The role is tied to those offices, and the listing does not describe a fully remote arrangement.

Compensation and other details

The posting includes salary information for Belgium: €200,000 to €205,000 per year, plus a bonus target of 25%, equity, and benefits. Google also notes that equity awards are discretionary and subject to the terms of the relevant stock plan and approval process. The company states that benefits are available, with more information provided through its benefits resources.

Additional information

Google explains that it is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and that it is committed to building a workforce that reflects its users and supports belonging. The company also says applicants who need an accommodation can use its accommodations process. It further states that it does not accept resumes from agencies and will not pay fees for unsolicited submissions.

Applicants should also note that the role requires existing authorization to practice law in the UK or an EU member state; the posting does not mention visa sponsorship.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

Visa Sponsorship May be