Our organisation

The OFT works under a structure that is arranged by markets, rather than legislation. This enables us to look more easily at whole markets and to use all the tools available to us to improve them if they are not operating effectively. We will use consumer and competition enforcement, market studies and references, education and communication in whatever combination is appropriate.

The OFT Board is responsible for the OFT's strategic direction, priorities and performance.

Policy and Strategy

Policy and Strategy draws up the OFT's strategy and policies, and ensures they are implemented consistently across the organisation.
Executive Director: Jonathan May

Markets and Projects

There are three Markets and Projects groups that carry out investigations and take action in three market-based areas: goods, services and infrastructure. These groups, which account for the majority of our staff, are tasked with understanding and analysing markets and remedying problems using the entire range of policy and enforcement instruments available to the OFT.

Markets and Projects contains a preliminary investigation unit that sets our investigation and enforcement priorities, and two specialist teams dedicated to controlling mergers and clamping down on cartel activity.
Executive Director: Vacant

Communications

Communications provides expertise in marketing and publicity, consumer education, business information and support, and media relations. It also manages the OFT's website and library.
Director: Barney Wyld

Corporate Services

Corporate Services provides all of the OFT's essential support services. On 1 April it incorporated Consumer Direct, the Anti Money Laundering, Credit and Enquires Teams.
Executive Director: Vivienne Dews

Executive Office

Executive Office provides support to board members and is responsible for the OFT's stakeholder liaison and internal communication.
Director: Erik Wilson

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