The Competition Authority is looking for a strong lawyer.

The Competition Authority is looking for a dynamic lawyer with a passion for competition law. The lawyers at the Competition Authority participate in and are responsible for resolving competition matters in various sectors of the economy, as well as undertaking other interesting projects in the field of competition law.

Applications for the post are open until 11 November 2022.

Key tasks:

• Responsibility for and participation in the resolution of competition matters across a diverse range of business sectors.
• Analysis of the competitive position of companies
• Market monitoring and analysis
• Research and data processing
• Reports and opinions
• Possibility of participation in international cooperation

Educational and competency requirements:

• Bar exam or Master's degree in Law
• Experience of competition or administrative law matters
• Experience and knowledge of European law is an advantage.
• Proactive problem-solving
• Good analytical skills and an organised approach to work
• Communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Very good command of Icelandic and English, both spoken and written.

The application deadline is 11 November 2022. The application must be accompanied by a CV and a covering letter. For further information, please contact Eva Ómarsdóttir, Project and Team Manager. eva@samkeppni.is ) and Karítas Margrét Jónsdóttir, Operations Manager ( karitas@samkeppni.is ) on 585-0700.

All applicants will be notified of the outcome once the recruitment process is complete. Apply for the job online at starfatorg.is. The position is full-time (100%). The salary is in accordance with the collective agreement of the Ministry of Finance and the relevant trade union.

About the Competition Authority

The Competition Authority monitors competition among businesses in the country's ever-changing business landscape. The Authority prevents undue barriers and restrictions on the freedom to conduct business, works against harmful monopolies and competition-restricting practices, and facilitates the entry of new competitors into the market.

The Competition Authority employs a diverse group of specialists who are passionate about competition issues and excel in their work. The Competition Authority emphasises providing its staff with opportunities to work on exciting projects, develop professionally, and maintain a work-life balance.