Jobs at The Competition Commission South Africa

Job description

(A starting annual total cost to company package of 626,881.65, negotiable commensurate with experience)

Five year fixed term contract, renewable

Minimum Requirements

• Honours degree in Economics or LLB Degree. Masters in Economics or LLM will be given preference.
• 3-5 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 of working in a multi-disciplinary investigation teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and conducting complex investigations regarding possible contraventions of the Act.
• Assist with the legal/ economic analysis of cases.
• 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, with assistance from the Senior Investigator/Senior Analyst.
• Brief legal counsel on matters to be referred to the Competition Tribunal.

The Candidate Must Have The Following Attributes

• Be a self-starter.
• An energetic, committed individual.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to pro-actively interact with management and team members.
• The ability to handle multiple tasks in both individual and team environments.

We Offer

• An opportunity for you to actively participate in reaching the objectives of building an efficient, functioning, free and fair economy for all South Africans.
• 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

The Competition Commission subscribes to equal opportunity, affirmative action and representivity.

Application Process

• 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.

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!

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Job description

(A starting annual total cost to company package of R687 903-27 negotiable commensurate with experience)

Five year fixed term contract, renewable

Minimum Requirements

• Honours degree in Economics or LLB Degree. Masters in Economics or LLM will be given preference.
• 4 to 6 years post-admission experience in a legal environment and 2 years management experience or 5 years working experience in an economics environment and 2 years management experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of the purpose and objectives of the Competition Act 89 of 1998, as amended, the South African Competition Commission and the broad understanding of the South African economy will be highly recommended.
• Prior exposure to competition law or competition economics will be an added advantage.

The Candidate Must Have The Following Attributes

• Be a self-starter.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Proven project management experience will be advantageous.
• Energetic and committed individual.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to pro-actively interact with management and team members.
• The ability to handle multiple tasks in both individual and team environments.

Key Responsibilities

• To participate and assist in the administration of a section.
• To participate in team efforts in the division and the Commission.
• To actively participate in Commission committees.
• To investigate and participate in the handling of complaints and exemption applications.
• To administer and execute activities to build capacity for research, report writing and correspondence.
• To coach and mentor junior staff in the section.
• To contribute to the development of Graduate Trainees.
• To screen cases and prepare necessary reports.
• To assist in the prosecution and settlement of matters.
• Contribute to the strategic and operational planning of the Enforcement and Exemptions Division.

We Offer

• An opportunity for you to actively participate in reaching the objectives of building an efficient, functioning, free and fair economy for all South Africans.
• 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

The Competition Commission subscribes to equal opportunity, affirmative action and representivity.

Application Process

• 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.

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!