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.
Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of sustainable finance by identifying and resolving regulatory challenges across the sector.
Location - Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth or Sydney
Salary - from $127,641 (depending on experience) plus 15.4% superannuation
Permanent role
Applications close at 11:59pm ADST, 29 October ****
The team
The Sustainability, Financial Reporting and Audit (SFA) team plays a vital role in upholding trust and confidence in the market by ensuring that financial and sustainability reports, as well as their external audits, meet all legal requirements.
As a member of this team, you would be involved in monitoring and reviewing reporting and auditing practices to identify and address behaviours that could lead to poor outcomes.
The team's work is proactive and impactful, aiming to drive positive change across the sector.
Beyond compliance activities, the SFA team also contributes to shaping policy, delivering educational initiatives, and engaging with stakeholders across the industry.
These efforts are designed to foster continuous improvement and promote best practices in financial and sustainability reporting and auditing.
Joining the SFA team means being part of a group committed to making a meaningful difference in the quality and integrity of reporting within the market.
The role
As an Analyst/Lawyer - Sustainable Finance, you will be accountable for the following areas:
Regulatory Supervision & Compliance
This involves contributing to risk-based supervision and thematic reviews to ensure sector-wide compliance.
You will also be evaluating legislative relief applications, applying sound regulatory judgment, and preparing legal instruments.
The position requires analysing data to identify regulatory harms, determine root causes, and propose effective solutions.
You'll proactively support and implement strategies that enhance consumer and investor outcomes while safeguarding market integrity.
Data, Insights & Reporting
This entails the leading of innovative data strategies by driving effective collection, analysis, and communication of insights.
Maintaining expertise in ASIC's regulatory framework and industry best practices, while delivering high-quality reports and presentations to senior management and stakeholders.
Policy, Law reform and guidance
This will require proactively identifying opportunities for law reform and supporting related projects, assisting in implementing new policies and guidance, and contributing to ASIC's public messaging to educate and set expectations for regulated populations
Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
You will be actively supporting and participating in stakeholder meetings to drive improved consumer outcomes, delivering expert advice and clear reports for key issues, and collaborating across ASIC teams to facilitate effective enforcement and compliance actions.
About you
Are you ready to make an impact in sustainable finance?
We're looking for candidates with a relevant tertiary qualification - such as Accounting, Auditing, or Law.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the Australian financial services industry from a regulatory, product, operations, risk, or client service perspective.
Experience in sustainable finance, climate change adaptation or mitigation, greenhouse gas emissions accounting, ESG analytics, or sustainability assurance will set you apart for this exciting opportunity.
You will also demonstrate:
Strong analytical skills to interpret legislation and solve complex problems
Proven ability to deliver strategic priorities through stakeholder engagement and innovative thinking
Expertise in identifying trends, risks, and driving quality outcomes in dynamic environments
Exceptional writing and communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively
Stakeholder management and project leadership experience
Outstanding organizational and problem-solving abilities
View the position description for more information or click 'apply' to start your application.
Applications close at 11:59pm ADST, 29 October ****.
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 committed to a providing a diverse and inclusive workplace where the very best talent in Australia chooses to work.
Indigenous Australians are encouraged to apply as well as applicants from all backgrounds and with different abilities.
We offer a range of employee benefits including:
Attractive superannuation
Additional leave entitlements
***** 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.