The Cartels Division delivers the CCPC’s administrative competition enforcement function as it relates to horizontal breaches of competition law. The Division investigates suspected breaches of competition law relating to anti‑competitive agreements between competitors (e.g. bid‑rigging, price‑fixing and market‑sharing cartels and other forms of horizontal explicit and tacit collusion).
These investigations are undertaken under the new administrative competition enforcement regime introduced by the Competition (Amendment) Act 2022. As a result of the new powers conferred by that Act, the CCPC – through independent adjudication officers – can impose administrative financial sanctions (fines) on businesses found to have breached competition law.
The Division also investigates criminal breaches of competition law and the offence of merger gun‑jumping.
The Role:
The CCPC is seeking to recruit a Director of Cartels to lead the delivery of the CCPC’s competition enforcement function as it relates to anti‑competitive horizontal agreements between competitors. This is an opportunity for an experienced professional, with excellent strategic leadership skills and proven expertise in the area of enforcement, to take on a senior management role in a dynamic national competition authority that is growing in ambition and purpose. The Director of Cartels will be responsible for leading a high‑performing team in identifying and investigating potential breaches of EU and Irish competition law and referring cases to adjudication or to the DPP where appropriate. The Cartels Division currently has a sanctioned headcount of 18 staff (including the Director), with additional legal support provided by the CCPC’s Competition Legal Division and external legal services providers when required.
As Director you will promote the Vision, Mission and Values of the CCPC. You will be responsible for leading and managing a dedicated team, undertaking meaningful and impactful work, providing strategic direction to the Division and delivering on its annual divisional workplan. You will have the opportunity to represent the CCPC at national and international fora and conferences. This may include European Commission Advisory Committee meetings, and OECD and European and International Competition Network meetings. Reporting to the Senior Director of Competition Enforcement, the Director of Cartels will work closely with the wider Senior Management team (i.e. Members, Senior Directors and Directors) in the CCPC and will contribute to the development of the organisation through initiating, and constructive engagement in, cross‑Divisional and organisation‑wide projects.
The Successful Candidate:
The successful applicant will have a critical leadership role in managing for results and delivering enforcement outcomes to a high standard in a challenging and dynamic environment. The post holder will be self‑driven with experience of contributing effectively to the strategic direction of an organisation and the ability to motivate staff to meet ambitious goals. They will have a proven record of strong leadership, people and case management experience, strong analytical skills and an ability to oversee multiple complex investigations/projects. They will have the ability to provide strong contributions and communicate publicly on emerging competition issues internally, nationally and internationally. In addition to the immediate appointment from this campaign, an order of merit may be established. This may be used to fill any future vacancies at the same level within this or other Divisions of the CCPC where roles have similar responsibilities and/or similar skills are required.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and drive the strategy and workplan of the Cartels Division, providing strategic leadership and guidance to the team, managing risk and proactively contributing to the CCPC achieving its strategic objectives.
Lead and manage the development of a strong case pipeline for investigations.
Lead the Cartels Division in conducting administrative and criminal investigations into potential breaches of EU and Irish competition law concerning anti‑competitive horizontal agreements contrary to Section 4 of the Competition Act 2002, as amended, and Article 101 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the EU.
Lead and manage the Cartels Division to ensure its operational effectiveness, setting high standards and implementing strategies to drive team performance, including implementation of project management tools, appropriate resource allocation and robust and timely decision making to deliver successful outcomes in investigations.
Monitor and develop capability and capacity across the Cartels Division through effective delegation, coaching and mentoring and identification of learning/development needs.
Engage with internal and external stakeholders to advocate for necessary policy or legislative change to support the delivery of the CCPC’s competition enforcement function.
Build and maintain excellent working relationships with the Members of the CCPC, Senior Directors, other Divisional Directors and staff, and key external stakeholders including government officials, other national competition authorities, other regulatory and enforcement agencies, and the European Commission.
Develop CCPC positions on competition policy and emerging issues and represent the CCPC at national and international fora, conferences and media events.
Promote the Mission, Vision and Values of the CCPC through self‑management and team management and contribute to the development and achievement of the strategic goals of the organisation generally by participating in cross‑divisional projects as and when required.
Please note: In order to satisfy the shortlisting panel that you meet these criteria you must explicitly reference how you meet same in your CV. Failure to demonstrate these may prevent your application progressing to future shortlisting stages.
Qualifications and Experience:
A third level qualification (at Level 8 or above) in Law, Economics, Business or other related discipline.
At least 4 years’ demonstrable experience of leading and managing teams in a legal, economic, regulatory, compliance, enforcement area and/or related discipline.
Knowledge of or professional experience in the area of enforcement.
Strong drafting skills including the ability to understand and analyse information and deliver clear, focused reports.
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