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 on the lookout for a Senior Analyst to join the Fuel and Dairy Team, which is a part of our Market Regulation branch. This is a permanent position, based in either our Te Whanganui-a-Tara, or Tāmaki Makaurau, office.

Mō te tūranga - About the role

The Fuel regime is new, and our aim is to improve the competitiveness of the fuel market for the benefit of consumers in Aotearoa. It is an exciting time to join the team, and a great opportunity to influence our approach.

We are responsible for enforcing the requirements of the Fuel Industry Act 2020 and monitoring the competitive performance of fuel markets. We monitor and enforce compliance with the Act, and analyse information disclosed under the Act.

The team also has responsibility for the Commission's role under the Dairy Industry Restructuring Act. In this role we publicly report on the extent to which Fonterra's milk price setting processes and calculations provide incentives for Fonterra to operate efficiently and are consistent with contestability in the market for purchasing farmers' milk.

As part of these roles we:

• gather and critically analyse information, identify key issues, draw logical conclusions and present these to our decision makers
• engage with and educate industry participants
• develop a strong understanding of industry trends and external factors impacting the market.

He kōrero mōu - About you

We are keen to hear from you if any of the following sounds like you:

• Experience and/or an interest in understanding markets and emerging trends
• Able to understand economic principles and interpret legislation
• Analytical with sound critical thinking skills, and an ability to understand complex issues, systems and markets
• Solutions focused, proactive, innovative and comfortable with ambiguity
• Able to communicate complex ideas clearly in writing and orally, and confident engaging with and presenting to stakeholders

We know that a diverse team with a range of life and work experiences enables high performance and innovation.

The kinds of work experience you might have include:

• Market or performance monitoring
• Data management, analysis and visualisation, or financial analysis
• Compliance and enforcement
• Interpretation and application of legislation

A university degree in an analytical field (e.g. accounting, commerce, law, science, or statistics) would be an advantage but is not essential.

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 work that contributes 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. 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.

The health, safety and wellbeing of all Commerce Commission people is a top priority. To continue to maintain a safe workplace for all our employees, the Commerce Commission asks that you provide details of your vaccination status as part of the application process.

Ka pēhea te tono mai - How to apply

If you want to contribute to our vision to make New Zealander's better off, please apply now via Seek (Auckland, Wellington)

Note: when applying for this position you will be directed to a third-party site (www.seek.co.nz). Read more about Seeks privacy policy here.

The Commerce Commission is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We seek diversity of thought; we welcome and encourage you to apply regardless of ethnicity, gender identity, religion, age, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, disability or flexible work status and we particularly encourage applications from those of any under-represented groups. If we can support you with specific accommodations in any part of the recruitment process, please note this in your application or discuss with the Talent Acquisition Partner.

For any queries contact Liz Martin on 04 924 3625.

Applications close on Sunday, 13 March 2022.