Chief Adviser - Competition Investigations

• Complex economic analysis
• Mentoring and thought leadership
• Working with Senior Executives and Board members

The Commission’s purpose is to achieve the best possible outcomes in competitive and regulated markets for the long-term benefit of New Zealanders.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to take a lead role as a senior member of our Investigations team.

Working with senior managers, executives and Board members within the Commission, as well as Chief Executives and leaders of New Zealand businesses, you will provide thought leadership and technical expertise. You will ensure the success of projects relating to mergers and authorisations and competition investigations.

With an in-depth knowledge of competition economics and law issues, or the capability to quickly acquire this knowledge, you will enjoy the challenge of applying economic theory to real-life business issues.

You will thrive on undertaking complex analysis and have the ability to communicate this information effectively. You will also share your knowledge and enthusiasm through coaching and mentoring a project team of intelligent and motivated individuals.

Ideally you will have a post graduate qualification in economics or law and have experience:

• Undertaking competition analysis or mergers and acquisitions analysis;
• Applying micro economic theory;
• Managing projects and achieving project goals;
• Working in a multidisciplinary environment; and
• Writing and communicating complex issues.

You will be part of a professional, multidisciplinary team in a collaborative and supportive work environment. You will also receive a competitive remuneration package and on-going professional development opportunities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, motivated and intelligent person to make a difference for the long term benefit of New Zealanders.

For more information please contact Janet Rees on 04 924 3719 or for a copy of the position description visit www.comcom.govt.nz. To apply for this position, please email a cover letter and your CV to work@comcom.govt.nz

Applications close on 31 October 2013 at 5pm.