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 team as a Costs Lawyer! You'll play a crucial role in assisting Enforcement teams and Litigation Counsel by calculating and advising on recoverable litigation and investigation costs.
* Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra or Brisbane (other locations to be considered)
* Permanent
* Salary range $123,444-$144,180 (plus 15.4% superannuation) depending on experience
* Hybrid working – enjoy 2-3 days working from home
* Applications close at 11:59pm AEDT, 13 October 2025
The Legal Services Team is responsible for the delivery of legal services across ASIC and is instrumental in driving ASIC's reputation as a modern and effective regulator and enforcement authority.
The Civil Litigation team leads ASIC's in-house litigation practice. Our Litigation Counsel act as a solicitor on the record and are responsible for the conduct of ASIC's regulatory civil litigation in the High Court of Australia, the Federal Court of Australia and the State Supreme Courts.
The role
As a Costs Lawyer, You Will Be Required To
* Assist with calculating and advising on recoverable litigation and investigation costs.
* Prepare documents and brief external costs lawyers.
* Negotiate litigation and investigation costs on behalf of ASIC.
* Recover civil litigation costs in consultation with Litigation and Special Counsel.
* Brief external counsel on cost recovery.
* Provide briefings to Senior Executives and Commissioners.
* Identify and lead process improvement projects for cost recovery.
* Stay updated on ASIC's governance and relevant legislation.
* Ensure external and internal guidance on cost recovery is accurate.
* Develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Innovate cost recovery processes for the Legal Services team.
* Provide general legal support to Litigation and Special Counsel.
About You
To excel in this role, you will need a Bachelor's degree in Law, admission to the Supreme Court of an Australian State or Territory as a solicitor or barrister, and a current legal practicing certificate (or eligibility to obtain one) from the relevant State law society.
Additionally, you should have a proven ability to analyse legal issues, advise on available options, and recommend the best course of action within a regulatory environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills are a must, along with the ability to work independently with limited supervision and be accountable for outcomes.
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.
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