Jobsplus Permit No: 981 / 2024

Job Details

The Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (MCCAA) invites applications for the post of Professional Officer (Legal).

This appointment shall be made on the basis of an Agreement for an indefinite period and will be subject to a probationary period of twelve (12) months.

This post has been designated for the purposes of sub-article 5 of article 4 of the Public Administration Act and in terms of Directive 14, since it involves regulatory / inspectorate functions. The relevant conditions laid out in the Public Administration Act and Directive 14 apply.

The selected candidate is to report any known actual, potential, or apparent conflicts of interest prior to accepting an appointment, through the prescribed Declaration available at Appendix 1 to Directive 16.

Salary

The salary for the post of Professional Officer (Legal) is in line with Grade 6 of the MCCAA’s Grading and Salary Structure, which in the year 2025* was €28,107 per annum, rising by annual increments of €696 up to a maximum of €33,675. Appointees will also be entitled to the payment of an annual performance bonus of up to a maximum of 10% of their basic salary subject to satisfactory performance, a payment of responsibility allowance of €1,000 and a continuous professional development allowance up to €600 per annum.

It is to be noted that the salaries are currently being revised.

The result will be valid for a period of one (1) year from the date of publication.

Overall Purpose of Position

Competition law work will be the primary focus of this role, and the selected candidate will be expected to be able to advise on all areas of competition law and to assist the Office for Competition in the promotion and enhancement of competition. This makes for an extremely varied and challenging workload.

Main Accountabilities and Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be expected to:

Conduct assessments and analysis of competition law complaints or of ex officio investigations regarding alleged infringements of the competition law, producing high-quality written assessments of issues and complaints assigned;
Conduct assessments and analysis regarding proposed concentrations under the Control of Concentrations Regulations;
Participate in investigations, enforcement procedures and engage in judicial litigation and draft any court-related documents;
Respond in a timely manner to correspondence in relation to competition law complaints from businesses and members of the public;
Draft laws, regulations, rules, policies and procedures;
Represent the Office for Competition at European and International Fora and Conferences;
Any other responsibility as emanating from the Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority Act, the Competition Act and any regulations made thereunder; and
Any other duties as assigned by the Director General of the Office for Competition, Director or Senior Legal Officer.

Job Requirements

By the closing time and date of this call for applications, applicants must:

Be in possession of either a Masters in Advocacy or a Doctorate of Laws degree;
Be in possession of a warrant to exercise the profession of Advocate in Malta or is expected to obtain the warrant during the probationary period;
Be computer literate;
Have an excellent command of both the English and Maltese languages;

And;

Be in possession of a clean police conduct, not older than six months.

Relevant work experience shall be looked upon favourably.

Knowledge, Skills and Competences

Work under limited supervision;
Detail oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality;
Problem solving skills, able to multitask and meet challenging deadlines;
Strong competency in record keeping using databases and spreadsheets;
Highly organised and flexible; and
Able to maintain a professional approach at all times.

Working Conditions

Expected to work flexible hours in order to meet accountabilities and attend to work after office hours, as may be required;
May be required to travel on company business;
Abide by rules and regulations issued by MCCAA;
Consult with other departmental managers as may be required; and
Expected to maintain oneself abreast with best practices relevant to the post and attend any training which may be provided.

Submission of Applications

Interested candidates are to submit their application for the attention of the Chief Officer (Human Resources) at the Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority via the Apply button. Applications are to include a motivational statement clearly quoting the position being applied for, an updated Curriculum Vitae, a copy of the relevant qualification certificates, and an MQRIC formal recognition statement/s where applicable, and a clean police conduct, not older than six months. The closing date for the receipt of applications is 27 July 2026, end of business.

Professional Officer (Legal)

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