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Form of work
SalaryWe are seeking Project Officers to apply their strong administrative, research and organisational skills to support the impactful work of the Markets Group at the Competition and Markets Authority.
About the CMA
We help people, businesses, and the UK economy by promoting competitive markets and tackling unfair behaviour. Our work is wide ranging, ambitious and often new and challenging.
The Markets Group examines markets that do not appear to be working well and uses a range of policy-based and other solutions to introduce positive changes in the interests of consumers. Current and recent Markets work has covered road fuels, housebuilding, funerals, mobile ecosystems, online platforms and digital advertising and electric vehicle charging.
The role
As a Project Officer, you will play a central role in supporting the day-to-day running of Markets projects. Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting in the preparation of a wide range of project documentation and managing evidence and data effectively.
- Developing and managing influential relationships with a wide range of stakeholders through both oral and written communications.
- Conducting thorough research and analysis of information.
About you
Successful candidates will possess strong organisational and administrative skills, a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage priorities effectively to meet deadlines. They will also have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and experience representing organisations to stakeholders.
Proven research and analysis skills, alongside a solid understanding of data and information management and associated risks in improper use, is also important.
What we can offer you
The CMA is a hugely diverse, rewarding and stimulating place to work – an opportunity to work for the public good and to stretch and develop yourself in doing so. We offer generous benefits, including an excellent pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%, at least 25 days leave (increasing to 30 over five years), and generous maternity/paternity leave provision. You can also take advantage of interest-free season ticket loans, a cycle to work scheme, our employee assistance programme, and our extensive flexible working options.
To find out more about this opportunity and about working for the CMA, please click on the APPLY button.
Closing date for applications: Monday 15th April, 11:55pm
Like many other organisations, we operate a hybrid working model with a mix of office and home working. We believe this supports us to deliver our best work while allowing the flexibility to maintain balanced and healthy lives.
The CMA are an accredited Disability Confident Employer, and we are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles.
