Head of the Competition Policy sector

Berne, Switzerland | 100-100% What you can contribute <br /> • Lead the new Competition Policy sector consisting of about ten employees and develop it strategically, technically, and organizationally • Shape Swiss economic policy as a member of the Directorate's management team • Analyze developments in competition policy in Switzerland and abroad, identify potential measures to be taken, and develop reform options to strengthen competition • Manage central legislative projects in the field of competition and defend these files before political circles, the administration, and external parties • Integrate the group responsible for the enforcement of the federal law against unfair competition into the sector and guarantee effective collaboration between legislation and enforcement • Represent Switzerland within international organizations and maintain contacts in Switzerland and abroad <br /> What makes you unique <br /> • Master's or, ideally, a doctorate in political economy, specialization in industrial economics; legal background welcome • Several years of experience as a specialist and executive manager, in-depth knowledge of economic policy • Analytical mindset, interest in politics, and capacity for strategic thinking regarding complex issues related to competition policy • Willingness to contribute to a modern competition policy that promotes open markets and innovation • Clear and goal-oriented leadership, sense of responsibility, stress resistance, networked thinking, and clear communication, taste for cross-functional collaboration and networking • Very good active knowledge of two official languages as well as English <br /> In a few words The Directorate of Economic Policy shapes the strategic foundations of Swiss economic policy. It combines economic analysis, perspective from an economic policy angle, and implementation in law and administrative practice. It works to guarantee framework conditions that strengthen the growth, productivity, and attractiveness of the Swiss economic location and thus contribute to ensuring the long-term prosperity of Switzerland. As SECO's think tank on fundamental economic issues, it works at the interface of politics, administration, research, and the economy. The creation of the new Competition Policy sector allows the Directorate to group different areas around the central theme of effective competition, the foundation of open markets, innovation, and adequate prices. The sector will be responsible for legislation in this area, ranging from the Cartel Act to the future federal law on the surveillance of state aid, including the Federal Act on the Internal Market. The focus is on rules and reforms conducive to competition, in general and among others in the areas of state-owned enterprises and infrastructure. This mission requires a willingness to shape the economy, legislative talent, and solid management of issues facing stakeholders. What we offer <br /> • Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and the well-being of the population. • Diversity in everyday life We ensure equal opportunities, which allows us to deploy our skills and express different points of view. • Health at work We assist and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health. All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/fr/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html) <br /> The State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) is the Confederation's competence center for all matters relating to economic policy and the labor market. It is attached to the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research (DEFR). It contributes to the openness of all markets to goods, services, and investments. SECO operates in the field of economic development cooperation with a view to reducing poverty. It plans economic and commercial measures in favor of developing countries, countries in Eastern Europe and Central Asia, as well as new member states of the European Union (EU). Additional information Please apply via our application management system (including complete file, cover letter, CV, work certificates, and diplomas). To do so, please click <<Apply>>. Questions about the position Ronald Indergand +41 58 46 05558