Description:

If you are energetic and have an aptitude for investigation; prosecution, research and analysis of complex legal issues and are interested in joining our hard-working team of cartels investigators and prosecutors, the Competition Commission invites you to apply for the position of Investigator: Cartels Division.

A starting annual total cost to company package of R 977 036,51 (negotiable commensurate with experience)

Please note that this position is available on a Five (5) year fixed-term contract, renewable.

Key Accountabilities

The main responsibilities of the incumbent will, inter alia, include:

• To investigate and prosecute contraventions of section 4(1)(b) of the Competition Act.
• To administer the Commission's Corporate Leniency Policy.
• To write, review and present investigation reports.
• To write, review and present pleadings.
• To assist with leading and managing of investigations and prosecutions.
• To assist in the effective management and administration of the Division.
• To assist with crafting and executing strategy and the business plan of the Division.

Requirements:

Skills and Experience

We are looking for a dynamic, hardworking and a committed individual who meets the following requirements:

• A completed LLB Degree or equivalent qualification minimum
• A minimum of 4 - 6 years working experience in complex investigations and prosecutions.
• Experience in investigating and prosecuting competition law cases will be an added advantage.
• Ability to undertake complex investigations and prosecutions independently and within multidisciplinary teams; lead investigation and prosecution teams; possess written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills; and stakeholder management skills.
• Working experience in information collection and analysis, both on a tactical and strategic level.

Personality and Attributes

Over and above well-developed technical skills in your specialisation areas, the incumbent must demonstrate, inter alia:

• Must demonstrate fit with the Commissions Values (Communication, Ownership, Making a difference, Professionalism, Employee Welfare, Teamwork, Efficiency.
• Be a Visionary. A strategic thinker.
• Have strong Interpersonal skills.
• Have transformational leadership skills.
• Change management skills.

We offer:

• A competitive salary.
• A conducive, supportive, stimulating working environment.
• Exposure to excellent training opportunities.
• An opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the attainment of the Competition Commission's vision 2030 of a Growing and inclusive Economy that serves all South Africans.

Employment Equity:

• Over and above operational requirements, our appointment will take into account the country’s and organisational Employment Equity imperatives. Female candidates will receive preference.

Diversity and Inclusion:

• Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply.
• The Competition Commission is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Application Process:

• All international qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA accreditation certificate.
• Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo psychometric assessments.
• The successful candidate will be vetted for security purposes.
• The Competition Commission reserves the right not to fill this position subject to budget availability.

Closing Date: Friday 14 June 2024 @ 17H00.

If you meet all the criteria above and are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference to our economy, then look no further than the Competition Commission! We look forward to receiving your comprehensive CV.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. COMMUNICATION WILL BE LIMITED TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY. THE COMMISSION RESERVES THE RIGHT NOT TO PROCEED WITH THE APPOINTMENT OF ANY VACANT AND ADVERTISED POSITION.