Economic Analyst

ComReg Overview

We are the statutory body responsible for regulating electronic communications, postal and premium rate services in Ireland. We are a professional, multi-disciplinary organisation, operating in a dynamic telecommunications environment that is constantly evolving.

Our Mission – at the heart of everything we do – is to facilitate the development of a competitive communications sector in Ireland that attracts investment, encourages innovation and empowers consumers to choose and use communications services with confidence.

Division overview

Market Framework 

ComReg’s Market Framework Division is responsible for the regulation of Ireland’s radio spectrum. Radio spectrum is the medium over which all wireless communications (such as mobile phones, radars, radios, televisions, connected devices etc.) take place. It is a valuable national resource underpinning important economic, social and communications activities. In 2017, ComReg released 350 MHz of radio spectrum in the 5G suitable 3.6 GHz band. More recently, Market Framework released part of the 26 GHz band for national block licenses and is currently developing further award programmes for both commercial and non-commercial use. Market Framework also carries out key regulatory duties in respect of the broadcasting sector, manages Ireland’s national telephone numbering resource, where proposals are currently advancing to streamline non-geographic number use and to cater for burgeoning IoT needs, as well as providing technical communications network support to the broader ComReg organisation.

Find out more about Market Framework and the Economics Unit here: Market Framework

The Role and Responsibilities 

As an Economic Analyst in the Economic Unit, you will be involved in all areas of the SER Team’s work, but the main areas of responsibility will be:

• Conducting economic and data analysis to assess issues and policies in communication markets.

• Drafting RIAs for relevant projects to assess the likely effect of potential policy options.

• Identifying and gathering data and information required to inform projects and to provide insights.

• Designing consumer and business surveys to support relevant consultations and/or provide key insights on the development of the market.

• Drafting policy papers for public consultation as well as memos to inform senior managers on policy issues.

• Assisting in the delivery of projects and/or individual workstreams, as required.

Qualifications and Experience required 

Essential 

• Postgraduate qualification in economics, business, finance, data analytics, or other equivalent qualification.

• Relevant post-graduate experience in an economic analysis role.

• Ability to conduct data analysis, including through the use of both Excel and R (or another statistical software package).

Desirable 

• Post graduate qualification with components in regulatory or competition economics, industrial organisation and econometrics.

• Previous experience working on regulatory projects or within a regulatory environment

• Previous experience producing data analysis and drafting documents for publication, individually or as part of a team.

Core Competencies & Skills for the Role 

In addition to your technical qualifications and experience, you will bring professional competencies and skills in the following core areas:

• Analytical & Critical Thinking Objectively analyses and evaluates information in order to identify patterns between situations that are not obviously related. Develops and clearly articulates solutions to complex problems.

• Drafting Uses a logical structure to draft documents. Communicates complex and technical information clearly and concisely. Ensures key messages are understood and have the desired impact on the target audience.

• Technical Knowledge & Continuous Improvement – Possesses a command over the technical and professional skills for a particular discipline. Keeps an open mind. Demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement.

• Teamwork Promotes and enhances team performance through working collaboratively and in cooperation with others to achieve goals. Interacts in a manner that builds respect and fosters trust.

Our Package

We are offering an attractive package:

• Salary €43,995.32 – €65,175.20* (Pay increases will be awarded annually subject to satisfactory performance)

• Dublin city centre location – IFSC

• Blended working environment – 2 days in the office (flexibility for more days may be required depending on business needs)

• 28 days Annual Leave per year increases with service

• Fully paid Maternity, Paternity and Parent’s leave

• Income protection scheme

• Education assistance and Training Opportunities

• Professional membership fee pay

• Attractive pension scheme

• ComWell Wellbeing Programme

• Travel tax saver scheme, Access to Cycle to Work Scheme

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme

• Access to a members run sports and social club

*(entry will be at the minimum point and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy.)

Please Note (1)

We hope that our recruitment process supports applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We understand that having a diverse workforce contributes to making us stronger as an organisation. We are committed to positively supporting candidates with disabilities.

Please let us know if there is any reasonable accommodations we can make to enable you to take part in the process by creating the environment to give you the best opportunity to show your strengths and competencies. Rest assured that whatever information you disclose will only be used to enable us to provide the necessary support and will never have a bearing on the outcome of the process.

Please Note (2)

ComReg assesses all applicants fairly based on the requirements for the role. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive for positions, we are unable to provide feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted for interview. If you are short-listed for interview, and are subsequently unsuccessful, you can request verbal feedback from your recruitment contact – if you are represented by an agency.