Senior Investigator, Competition

About this role

We are looking for a Senior Investigator to join our Competition Investigations team. This is a full time, fixed term position until April 2026 based in either our Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) or Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington) offices.

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.

We are looking for someone who can gather information through a variety of key investigative techniques, as well as understand and apply economic principles and legislation.

You will learn about how New Zealand industries operate and interact with people across diverse areas of the economy. You will part of a team focused on improving competition for the benefit of consumers. The work is challenging, interesting, and rewards an inquisitive mind.

Key aspects of these roles include:

• applying competition law and economics concepts to real world situations;
• 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.

The indicative salary range for this role is $112,970 to $132,906 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.

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
• effectively lead investigations (for Senior Investigator)
• coached and mentored team members (for Senior Investigator)

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

As our organisation flexes and adapts to meet changing priorities and commitments, we are looking for people who are also comfortable with change, able to adapt, and can contribute positively to a one Commission view. Your ability to show your learning agility, open mindedness and curiosity will set you apart from the rest.

Read more about the skills, experience and knowledge required for this position in the position descriptions. If you are applying via SEEK, by clicking Apply Now you will be redirected to our careers page where you can access our 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 and are committed to our people's wellbeing. 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.

Click here to find out more about benefits and life here at Te Komihana Tauhokohoko | The Commerce Commission.

Ka pēhea 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.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.

For any queries contact Lisa Weimann on 04 472 2038. Closing date for applications: Sunday, 4 May 2025.

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.