Investigator, Competition

4 months ago


Auckland City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Ko mātou tēnei | Who we are
Te Komihana Tauhokohoko | The Commerce Commission is New Zealand's competition, fair trading, consumer credit and economic regulatory agency. Our mission is to make New Zealanders better off by ensuring our markets work well and consumers and businesses are confident participants in those markets.
The Commission is going through an exciting period of growth, driven by increases in its functions, duties and powers, and supported by additional Government funding.
We are looking for a talented Investigator to join our high-performing Competition Investigations Team. This is a full time, permanent position based in our either Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) office or Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington) office.

Mō te tūranga | About the role
Our Competition Investigations team is responsible for monitoring compliance with the provisions of the Commerce Act relating to abuses of market power and arrangements that substantially lessen competition.
You will learn about how New Zealand industries operate and interact with people across diverse areas of the economy. The work is variable, interesting, and rewards an inquisitive mind.

**Key aspects of these roles include**:

- working in/leading teams of investigators, lawyers and economists;
- gathering, researching, and analysing complex information;
- presenting evidence and information verbally and in writing to decision-makers;
- working with internal and external stakeholders, including managers, Commissioners, and the business community; and
- working simultaneously across multiple projects.

He kōrero mōu | About you

**We are looking for Investigators who have**:

- strong analytical skills
- strong organisational and time management skills
- operated within a multidisciplinary project environment
- effective communication and sound judgement
- the ability to work individually and in a team

A degree in law and/or economics, or experience working in competition law or economics, would be an advantage.

Te wāhi mahi | Working here
We are committed to our people's wellbeing. Any support needed is freely given, providing the opportunity for everyone to thrive. Our flexible working options are key to supporting that goal and our people have the technology they need to make it happen. We even offer a contribution to working from home set up costs. Our environment is inclusive, and our people know they are free to be their authentic selves at work and structure the way they work to suit their lifestyle.

Ka pēhea te tono mai | How to apply

Our recruitment process is fair, inclusive and free from bias and we encourage our applicants to let us know if we can make it more user friendly for them. We are an equal opportunity employer. We value diverse perspectives and the contribution every one of our people makes to our culture. Put simply - you can be yourself here.



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