Assistant Director, Legal And Compliance | Act Government

Australian Compliance Institute; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The ACT Government Directorate of Compliance is seeking an Assistant Director, Legal and Compliance. Reporting into the Senior Director, Legal, you will provide legal, regulatory, licensing and compliance advice on complex matters within the Territory.

You will conduct research, analyse legislation and prepare briefs and recommendations, undertake compliance assessments and identify regulatory risks, and build strong stakeholder relationships across government, industry and the community.

Qualifications

• Strong research and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret complex information and prepare briefs and recommendations.
• Sound judgement and attention to detail managing competing priorities.
• Understanding of confidentiality, procedural fairness and regulatory decision-making.
• Knowledge of utility regulation and consumer protection issues is desirable.
• Legal qualifications or demonstrated experience in regulation and compliance is desirable.
• Experience in legislative interpretation and drafting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal, regulatory, licensing and compliance advice on complex matters.
• Conduct research, analyse legislation and prepare briefs, reports and recommendations.
• Undertake compliance assessments and identify regulatory risks.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships across government, industry and the community.
• Support the delivery of team priorities and improve processes to strengthen regulatory outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records and uphold ACT Public Service values.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Judgement

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Administrative skills

Education

Law degree

Job description

The Company….

Our client is a directorate within the ACT Government, committed to upholding compliance, integrity and accountability across the Territory. Each business unit is supported by skilled and passionate professionals who work collaboratively to deliver projects and initiatives that make a positive difference to the Canberra community.

With a strong focus on compliance and regulatory standards, the organisation is dedicated to driving innovation, supporting future-focused development and delivering a customer-centric experience. These values are central to its operations and underpin its commitment to continuous improvement and high-quality service delivery.

Please note: This is a six-month contract with hybrid working arrangements, based out of the Canberra CBD office.

The Job….

Reporting into the Senior Director, Legal you will be mainly responsible for the following duties:

• Provide legal, regulatory, licensing and compliance advice on complex matters.


• Conduct research, analyse legislation and prepare briefs, reports and recommendations.


• Undertake compliance assessments and identify regulatory risks.


• Build strong stakeholder relationships across government, industry and the community.


• Support the delivery of team priorities and improve processes to strengthen regulatory outcomes.


• Maintain accurate records and uphold ACT Public Service values.

You….

To be successful in this Assistant Director, Legal and Compliance role, you must have experience in the following areas:

• Strong research, analytical and written communication skills.


• Ability to interpret complex information, identify key issues and prepare clear, concise briefs, reports and recommendations.


• Sound judgement, attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities independently.


• Understanding of confidentiality, procedural fairness and sound administrative decision-making.


• Knowledge of utility regulation and consumer protection issues, or the ability to quickly develop this knowledge.


• Qualifications in law or demonstrated experience in regulation and compliance highly desirable.


• Experience in legislative interpretation and drafting highly desirable, with water or energy regulation experience advantageous.