Senior Analyst (Market Conduct)
The Competition Commission South Africa
2024/09/13   Pretoria

Job Reference Number: S0500001
Department: Market Conduct
Industry: Public Policy
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related
The Competition Commission is currently on a search assignment for a Senior Analyst. We are looking for an inquisitive self-starter. An individual who are consistent, adaptable, precise and confident within the required area of knowledge and expertise.
Job Description

The Competition Commission is currently on a search assignment for a Senior Analyst. We are looking for an inquisitive self-starter. An individual who are consistent, adaptable, precise and confident within the required area of knowledge and expertise. The position has some specialist and technical aspects and will expose the successful candidate to different aspects of Competition Law and Economics.

A starting annual total cost to company package of R 1 227 388,98 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:

  • Assist in managing and conducting complex investigations regarding possible contraventions of the Act and/or assist in managing and conducting work streams in market inquiries.
  • Assist with the legal/ economic analysis of cases and/or market inquiries.
  • Present verbal and written reports and recommendations to the Managers and the Commissioner for decision-making.
  • Act as a representative of the Commission within the framework of the Competition Act when communicating with business, consumers, employer/ employee representatives and other government agencies.
  • Lead investigation teams and/or work streams in market inquiries, with assistance from the Principal Analyst.
  • Brief legal counsel on matters to be referred to the Competition Tribunal.
  • Appear on behalf of the Commission on non-complex cases
  • Do research and investigation and prosecutions under supervision
  • Provide legal opinions and economic research
Job Requirements

Skills and Experience

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

  • Honours degree in Economics or Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree. Masters in Economics or LLM will be given preference.
  • 6 - 8 years Economics or Legal experience, it would be advantageous if this was in a Regulatory environment.
  • Experience in Competition Law will be an advantage.
  • Strong investigative acumen.
  • Proven Project Management experience working in multi-disciplinary investigation teams.

Other considerations:

  • Practical work exposure to area of expertise will be further considered to balance against other requirements.

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, Deconcentrated 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. 

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.

Closing Date: 20 September 2024 at 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.