Principal Investigator, Fair Trading

4 days 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 Principal Investigator to join our Fair Trading team and provide strategic and technical investigative expertise, as well as management of a team of investigators and their programmes of work. This is a permanent role based in our Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington) office.
Mō te tūranga | About the role
You and your team will be focused on securing businesses' compliance with the Fair Trading Act, through engagement and education, investigations and enforcement. Our investigations typically involve analysis of conduct and documentary evidence, interviews of witnesses, investigated persons and companies, to find out whether laws have been broken.
He kōrero mōu | About you
A seasoned Investigator, you'll be known for your sharp analysis and thorough investigation experience. You'll be an engaged leader who role models adaptability and resilience, and can relate to people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Ideally, you'll also be
- passionate about consumer law
- confident and skilled at undertaking analysis and investigations
- a skilled communicator - comfortable with presenting and confident at interviewing
- skilled at assisting in the preparation of clear and concise written reports
- excellent at time management - able to prioritise your workload and successfully juggle multiple projects
- interested in coaching and mentoring team members.

A relevant tertiary qualification in an analytical discipline is an advantage.
Read more about the skills, experience and knowledge required for this position in the position description.
Te wāhi mahi | Working here
We're friendly and collaborative and enjoy contributing to our shared vision of making New Zealanders better off. Career growth and development is not only supported and encouraged, it's a part of everyday life here. We also offer a range of benefits to show that we'll value your mahi, including generous leave entitlements, study support, a range of wellness initiatives and competitive remuneration.
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. 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.
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