The Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCCS) administers and enforces Singapore’s competition and consumer protection laws. Amongst various things, CCCS investigates and takes appropriate actions in cases, whilst providing effective advice to Government and public authorities on national needs and policies in competition and consumer protection matters. If you are keen to work in a dynamic and intellectually stimulating role, apply for the following position in the CCCS Consumer Protection Division:

You will join a team that plays a key role in Singapore protecting consumer interests and ensuring that businesses engage in fair trading practices. You will be primarily involved in the administration and enforcement of the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act (the “Act”). Your functions and duties include: • conducting investigations and where necessary, following up with enforcement action against errant businesses; • conducting market studies and providing policy advice to other parts of Government, public authorities or consumer protection organisations (including the Consumers Association of Singapore); • undertaking policy and legislative reviews; • planning and participating in media/outreach initiatives; • attending to complaints and feedback received from the public; and • representing Singapore at international/ASEAN consumer protection fora.

Candidates must be keenly interested in investigative work and in Singapore’s consumer protection law and policies, and should: • Have demonstrated strong analytical, research and judgement skills; • Preferably have experience in enforcement, investigations, or policy-related work, although candidates with strong interest in these areas are welcome to apply; • Be self-motivated, purpose-driven and a team player; and, • Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

The Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (“CCCS”) administers and enforces the Competition Act 2004 and the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act 2003, to guard against anti-competitive activities and unfair trade practices. Additionally, CCCS ensures that businesses observe fair trade measurement practices by administering the Weights and Measures Act 1975, and ensures the supply of safe consumer goods by enforcing and implementing the Consumer Protection (Trade Descriptions and Safety Requirements) Act 1975 and its associated Regulations.