Competition Commission Vacancies
1. Principal Investigator (Cartels Division)
Reference Number: P0300002
Department: Cartels
Employment Type: Contract (Renewable)
Closing Date: 29 August 2025
Salary: Market Related Package
Position Overview:
The Competition Commission seeks an experienced legal professional to lead complex investigations and prosecutions of anti-competitive cartel activities. This senior role requires strategic leadership in enforcing South Africa’s competition laws through rigorous analysis and legal processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead investigations into potential violations of Competition Act Sections 4(1)(a) & 4(1)(b)
- Manage Corporate Leniency Policy applications and implementation
- Prepare detailed investigation reports and legal documentation
- Draft pleadings, witness statements, and present arguments in Tribunal proceedings
- Develop strategic approaches for cartel detection and prosecution
- Supervise multidisciplinary investigative teams
Requirements:
- LLB degree or equivalent legal qualification
- 8+ years’ experience in complex legal investigations
- Proven leadership in legal case management
- Strong analytical and evidence assessment skills
- Competition law experience (advantageous)
- Advanced communication and stakeholder management abilities
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Contribution to national economic regulation
- Dynamic team environment
2. Principal Legal Counsel: Market Inquiry
Reference Number: P2800001
Department: Market Inquiry
Employment Type: 5-Year Fixed Term Contract
Closing Date: 15 August 2025
Salary: R1,862,650.39 TCTC (Negotiable)
Position Overview:
Lead complex market inquiry processes to identify anticompetitive market features and develop regulatory interventions. This executive role combines legal expertise with economic analysis to promote fair market competition.
Key Responsibilities:
- Direct market inquiry processes from planning to implementation
- Develop legal frameworks for market investigations
- Lead multidisciplinary teams of legal and industry experts
- Formulate regulatory remedies and compliance monitoring
- Represent the Commission in Tribunal and court proceedings
- Manage stakeholder consultations and public hearings
Requirements:
- LLB degree + admission as Attorney/Advocate
- 8-10 years’ post-qualification experience
- Proven competition law and market regulation expertise
- Strong litigation and strategic leadership skills
- Masters degree (advantageous)
- Experience managing complex legal projects
What We Offer:
- Senior leadership role in economic regulation
- International training opportunities
- Strategic impact on market structures
- Professional development support
Application Process:
Submit applications through our online portal by the specified closing dates. Please note:
- SA QA certification required for international qualifications
- Shortlisted candidates undergo psychometric assessments
- Successful applicants subject to security vetting
Apply Online: Click here to apply
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