Expression of Interest - Senior Economist (Competition) Location: Wellington Job category: Economics Job type: Permanent Share this job About this role *** This is an expression of interest for Senior Economist roles within our Competition branch. We will be acknowledging every application and contacting shortlisted candidates in due course.*** Te Komihana Tauhokohoko | The Commerce Commission is Aotearoa 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. We are looking for Senior Economists to join our Competition Economics team. These are permanent positions based in our either Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) office or Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington) office. If you are interested in a secondment, please feel free to contact us! Mo te turanga | About the role As a Senior Economist in the Competition Economics team, you will be a trusted advisor who provides specialist economic advice, research and support to the Competition Branch, other branches as required and to Commissioners. The Competition Branch is responsible for leading operational strategy, policy, processes, investigations, economic strategy and analysis for the purpose of implementing competition law. This includes carrying out market studies, deciding merger applications, investigating restrictive trade practices that substantially lessen competition as well as cartel and other anti-competitive behaviour. As a valued member of the Competition Economics team, you will be working alongside experienced economists, lawyers, and investigators in a stimulating, collegial and fast moving multi-disciplinary environment. You will work on innovative issues and apply and expand your quantitative and competition economics skills to provide high-quality economic advice to assist and inform decision makers. The salary band for this role is $128,325 to $173,617 plus 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects their individual skills, experience, and internal relativities across the organisation. To be successful in this role you will have qualifications in economics or a related discipline, preferably at honours level or above. You will also have: expert knowledge and experience in the application of antitrust/competition economics, or a related discipline such as micro-economics, industrial organisation or behavioural economics. Some knowledge and experience in the application of econometrics, statistics, mathematics or other quantitative methods Strong analytical skills and ability to present analysis clearly and within tight timeframes Experience and success working effectively with teams in a multi-disciplinary environment Strong communication and influencing skills. Ability to develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders Experience mentoring and coaching junior staff. Read more about the skills, experience and knowledge required for this position in the position description to the right. 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, competitive remuneration and relocation assistance to international candidates. 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 pehea te tono mai | How to apply If you want to contribute to our vision to make New Zealanders better off, please click 'Apply for this job' below. You will need to complete an online application form and upload your CV and Cover Letter outlining your motivation for applying for this role and the skills and experience you bring. For any queries contact Lisa Weimann on 04 472 2038. Studies have shown that women and people from under-represented backgrounds are less likely to apply for roles where they don't match the job description criteria exactly. If you're excited about this role and think you have what it takes, but your experience doesn't align 100%, we still want to hear from you and would encourage you 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
