At ASIC, you can be the change that ensures a fair, strong and efficient financial system for the benefit of all Australians. Contribute to delivering on ASIC's purpose, vision, and strategic priorities to help maintain the integrity of the financial system and protect consumers from harm.
Join our Litigation and Public Law team within our wider Corporate Legal Services group and build your career while making a meaningful contribution to Australia's economic wellbeing.
* Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide or Canberra location
* Permanent Position
* Salary from $127,641 + 15.4% superannuation
* Applications close at 11:59pm AEST, Tuesday 14 April
The team
The Litigation and Public Law team within ASIC's Corporate Legal Services group is responsible for advising on claims made against ASIC, as well as public law, governance and statutory compliance matters. The team works closely with senior stakeholders across ASIC and plays an important role in managing legal, reputational and operational risk.
The role
As a Lawyer – Litigation and Public Law, you will provide high‐quality legal advice across a broad range of public law and litigation matters relevant to ASIC's operations. You will work with a high degree of autonomy and engage collaboratively with internal stakeholders across the organisation.
This role is well suited to an experienced lawyer who enjoys complex and varied legal work, values public service, and is keen to deepen their expertise in both litigation and public law within a dynamic in‐house environment.
You Will
* Provide independent, sound and timely legal advice on litigation and public law matters affecting ASIC
* Assist with managing and responding to legal and other claims against ASIC, its members and staff, including claims in negligence, defamation, breach of statutory duty and Act of Grace matters
* Advise on public law and governance issues, including delegations, decision‐making, procedural fairness, conflicts of interest and official duties
* Prepare high‐quality legal advice, reports, briefings and internal documentation for a range of audiences
* Monitor legislative developments, regulatory reform and emerging legal risks relevant to ASIC
* Build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
* Mentor and support other lawyers within the team as required
* Model ASIC's values of Accountability, Professionalism and Teamwork
About You
You are a capable and motivated lawyer with strong judgement and a client‐focused approach. You are confident providing clear, practical advice, managing competing priorities and working collaboratively in a fast‐paced environment.
You Will Also Have
* Legal qualifications and eligibility to hold an Unrestricted Australian Legal Practising Certificate
* Approximately 2–5 years post‐admission experience, ideally in litigation, public law, governance or regulatory work
* Strong analytical and written and verbal communication skills
* The ability to work independently with limited supervision and take accountability for outcomes
* Sound organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload
* Experience working with, or the ability to quickly develop knowledge of, the ASIC Act, Corporations Act, PGPA Act and related legislation (desirable)
About ASIC
ASIC's remit is one of the broadest of regulators across the world. ASIC regulates corporations, markets, financial services and consumer credit and monitors and promotes market integrity and consumer protection in the Australian financial system. Through our enforcement work, we hold to account those who contravene the law, working to achieve strong outcomes that address the greatest consumer and investor harms.
ASIC is an equal opportunity employer seeking people who want to make a difference. ASIC is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace where the very best talent in Australia chooses to work. Applications from people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, LGBTIQ+ identity, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander decent are encouraged to apply.
We Offer a Range of Employee Benefits Including
* Attractive superannuation
* Additional leave entitlements
* 50/50 hybrid work‐from‐home model
* Flexible work arrangements
* Assistance for study and professional development
Click here to view ASIC's salary and benefits guide.
To read more about ASIC, you can visit our website or review our Corporate Plan.
To work with us, you need to be an Australian citizen and be prepared to complete an ASIC Suitability and Baseline Assessment.
View the position description for more information or click 'apply' to start your application.
Applications close at 11:59pm AEST, Tuesday 14 April.
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