Overview
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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 a team which provides critical expert legal advice to a range of senior stakeholders in the areas of public law and claims, ensuring ASIC's compliance with statutory and governance obligations, and supporting effective management of litigation and legal risks.
* Location: Melbourne, Sydney or Canberra
* Salary: $152,074 – $168,164 +15.4% super
* Permanent, Full-Time role.
* Applications close at 11:59pm AEDT
Team
The Litigation & Public Law team sits within ASIC's Corporate Legal Services business unit in the Legal Services Group. The team is responsible for advising on claims made against ASIC, as well as governance issues including obligations under the ASIC Act, public governance and related legislation relevant to ASIC's functions and operations, and on a range of other public law issues including ASIC delegations and authorisations. The team works closely with colleagues who advise on commercial and information management legal issues.
Role
As a Senior Lawyer in the Litigation & Public Law team, you will provide expert legal advice on public law issues, manage litigation and claims against ASIC, and support senior internal stakeholders. You'll also prepare reports, monitor regulatory changes, and supervise junior team members to ensure high-quality outputs. In this role, you will:
* Deliver expert legal advice and tactical guidance related to responding to legal and other claims against ASIC, its members, and staff, including claims in negligence, defamation, and breach of statutory duties.
* Advise on public law issues relevant to ASIC's operations, including delegations, decision-making, official duties, Remuneration Tribunal issues, conflicts of interest, public interest disclosures, and procedural fairness.
* Prepare internal reports and briefings concerning key matters and projects.
* Provide sound, practical, and timely legal advice on matters affecting ASIC's obligations as a public regulatory body.
* Monitor the regulatory landscape to analyse regulatory reforms, legislative changes, and trends.
* Mentor, guide, and supervise other team members to ensure high-quality outcomes.
* Undertake additional responsibilities or tasks as required.
* Model the values of Accountability, Professionalism, and Teamwork.
About You
You will demonstrate strong technical legal capabilities, as well as excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills. You are proactive, accountable, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Technical Requirements & Certifications
* Hold legal qualifications and be eligible for an Unrestricted Legal Practicing Certificate in a State or Territory of Australia.
* Minimum 6+ years post-admission experience (PAE) as a lawyer, with relevant expertise in government, in-house, or law firm settings.
* Demonstrated understanding of the law, including the PGPA Act, ASIC Act, Public Interest Disclosure Act, and other relevant legislation and policies.
* Experience in governance and compliance is highly desirable.
Additional Desirable Requirements
* Ability to work independently and take accountability for outcomes.
* Strong legal writing and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting complex information to varied audiences.
* Advanced legal technical and analytical skills in the relevant areas of law.
* Excellent organisational and time management skills; proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
* Client service focus, with experience managing diverse stakeholders and building productive relationships.
* Proven ability to prepare internal reports and briefings on key matters and projects.
* Your application will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate, or potential to develop, the qualifications, experience, and capabilities required for the role.
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