Career Opportunity: Market Analyst

Prime Focus of Position:

The Market Analyst will contribute to tasks and projects focused on the analysis of markets within sectors regulated by the MCA. Responsibilities also include monitoring trends and reporting on relevant market developments. 

 

Main Responsibilities

Direct Accountability:

• Define and assess Electronic Communications and Postal markets, taking utmost account of EU Commission Guidelines and in accordance with MCA criteria. 
• Analyse the extent of competition in identified markets on an ongoing basis and designate operators as having Significant Market Power (SMP) on the basis of findings. 
• Monitor and report on relevant market developments on an ongoing basis. 
• Publish related consultation documents and decisions as necessary.
• Interact with EU / non-EU / National Regulatory Authorities, BEREC, the EU Commission, and other relevant stakeholders. 
• Participate in meetings held locally and abroad involving BEREC and other workgroups as necessary, as well as in BEREC Expert Review teams.
• Assist in the implementation of the EU frameworks.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Manager, Market Review or unit Chief.

 

Management:

• Adopt a self-driven, organised approach, and dependable to work without supervision.
• Professional competence through quality deliverables and outcomes on a timely basis.
• Engage in continuing training and development initiatives.
• Commitment to internal policies and procedures.
• Contribute towards the achievement of MCA objectives.

 

Internal Contacts:

• Work with colleagues to formulating well-researched and coherent reports, project plans, position papers, presentations, and related documentation.
• Participate in fulfilling and updating regulatory and operations structures.
• Maintain close working relationships to facilitate a cohesive approach in the Authority’s operations.
• Work with colleagues in monitoring and implementing measures mandated on sectoral undertakings.

 

External Contacts:

• Work with colleagues in writing of position papers, consultation papers, decisions notices, presentations, supporting documents and correspondence.
• Communicate with Operators and other key industry clients and regulatory authorities to obtain market information and to consult on matters pertaining to market analysis. 
• Ensure exhaustive consultation processes and synthesising feedback.
• Participate in national and international meetings and activities.
• Monitor and implement measures mandated on sectoral undertakings.
• Assist in raising greater awareness and understanding of the Authority’s mandate.

 

Key Selection Criteria:

• A recognised qualification at*: 
  • MQF Level 7 in economics, statistics or other related business fields; OR
  • MQF Level 6 in economics, statistics, or other business fields, plus two (2) years relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of analytical methods, research work, and data modelling will be considered an asset;
• Have an aptitude to evaluate information and report on findings;
• Ability to work as a member of a team;
• Proficient in the use of IT tools, particularly for data analytics, presentation and office automation;
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills; and
• Proficient verbal and written command of the English language**.

 

Additional Notes:

* A recognized Qualification comparable to the number of credits, as applicable, is only accepted subject to an MQRIC formal recognition statement.

** Selected candidates will be required to undertake a structured programme in the Maltese language to at least MQF Level 2, unless they are already in possession of such qualification.

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

1. citizens of Malta; or
2. citizens of other Member States of the European Union who are entitled to equal treatment to Maltese citizens in matters of employment by virtue of EU legislation and treaty provisions dealing with the free movement of workers; or
3. citizens of any other country who are entitled to equal treatment to Maltese citizens in matters related to employment by virtue of the application to that country of EU legislation and treaty provisions dealing with the free movement of workers; or
4. any other persons who are entitled to equal treatment to Maltese citizens in matters related to employment in terms of the law or the above-mentioned EU legislation and treaty provisions, on account of their family relationship with persons mentioned in paragraph (a), (b) or (c); or
5. third country nationals who have been granted long-term resident status in Malta under regulation 4 of the ‘Status of Long-Term Residents (Third Country Nationals) Regulations, 2006’ or who have been granted a residence permit under regulation 18(3) thereof, together with family members of such third country nationals who have been granted a residence permit under the ‘Family Reunification Regulations, 2007’; or
6. in possession of a residence document issued in terms of the “Residence Status of United Kingdom Nationals and their Family Members in Malta in accordance with the Agreement on the Withdrawal of the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland from the European Union and the European Atomic Energy Community Regulations”.

The advice of the Citizenship Unit within Community Malta Agency and the Expatriates Unit within Identità should be sought as necessary in the interpretation of the above provisions.

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The MCA is an equal opportunities employer.

Candidates should send their CV and covering letter by post or by email at vacancies@mca.org.mt. For more information, please contact our Human Resources team on +356 21336840.

Foreign qualifications need to be supported by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC) and applications not containing the MQRIC recognition will not be considered. 

The MCA reserves the right, as it deems necessary, to verify the authenticity of any academic, professional, or other qualifications submitted in connection with an application. It may, at its sole discretion, request original documentation or seek direct confirmation from the relevant institutions at any stage of the recruitment process. Any false declaration, misrepresentation, or failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification from the selection process or withdrawal of any offer of employment, including after an employment offer has been made.

Closing On: Monday 1st September 2025