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. This is an exciting opportunity to join ASIC's Commercial & Employment Law team, where you will provide expert legal advice on a broad range of commercial, procurement, intellectual property, employment and workplace relations matters.
* Sydney, Melbourne or Canberra (other locations to be considered)
* El1 ($127,641–$149,295) depending on experience), plus 15.4% superannuation
* Permanent role
* Applications close at 11:59 pm AEDT, Friday, 13 March 2026
The team The Commercial & Employment Law team within ASIC's Corporate Legal Services works closely with internal stakeholders to advise on commercial contracts, complex procurement and intellectual property matters, and to manage employment and workplace relations issues and compliance risks under the Fair Work framework.
As a Lawyer, You Will Be Required To
* Provide independent, sound and timely legal advice on commercial contracts, procurement, intellectual property and general commercial matters
* Advise the Commission, executives and operational teams on legal issues relevant to ASIC as an employer, including employment policies and contracts
* Advise on employment law, industrial relations and WHS matters, and respond to related legal and other claims made against ASIC
* Prepare internal reports and briefings on commercial and employment law matters
* Monitor regulatory reforms, legislative changes and emerging trends and advise on their impact
* Mentor and supervise junior team members
* Work professionally, positively and cooperatively across ASIC, modelling the values of Accountability, Professionalism and Teamwork
As an EL1, you are accountable for delivering business outcomes, maintaining personal effectiveness, contributing to team capability and recommending improvements to optimise long‑term performance.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
* Legal qualifications and eligibility to hold an Unrestricted Legal Practising Certificate in an Australian State or Territory
* 4-5 years' post‑admission experience as a lawyer with relevant commercial and/or employment law experience (government, in‑house or private practice)
* Strong legal advice writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex issues to diverse audiences
* The ability to work independently with limited supervision and take accountability for outcomes
* Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
* A strong client‑service focus and the ability to build productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
Experience in governance and compliance is desirable. Knowledge of the Corporations Act, ASIC Act, financial services legislation and related policies will be highly regarded.
View the position description for more information or click ‘apply' to start your application. Applications close at 11:59 pm AEDT, Friday, 13 March 2026. Please include a copy of your resume and a cover letter as part of your application.
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