Lawyer

ASIC; Hobart; Hybrid; AUD 123,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

ASIC is seeking an experienced Lawyer to join their Enforcement and Compliance Group. The role involves providing legal advice, supporting enforcement strategies, and engaging with stakeholders. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Attractive Superannuation

Additional Leave Entitlements

50/50 Hybrid Work-from-Home Model

Flexible Work Arrangements

Support for Study and Professional Development

Qualifications

• Experience undertaking legal research and policy work.
• Understanding of the Corporations Act and ASIC Act.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and guidance in Investment Management or Financial Advisors.
• Support project management and coordination of enforcement initiatives.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Legal Research

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Relevant Tertiary Legal Qualification

Job description

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.

A great opportunity exists for an experienced Lawyer to contribute to the delivery of ASIC's enforcement strategy, working on a range of specialist legal and regulatory projects and policy initiatives.

• Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane location preferred – all locations considered
• $123,444 - $144,386 + 15.4% Superannuation
• Permanent position
• Applications close at 11:59pm AEDT, 2 June 2025

The team

ASIC's Enforcement and Compliance Group (ECG) is responsible for ASIC's initial inquiries, compliance and enforcement work across all sectors excluding markets. The ECG comprises Investigation and Enforcement Action, Enforcement Inquiries and Compliance, Enforcement Services and Enforcement Policy and Practice.

The role

Responsibilities

As a Lawyer in one of ASIC's ECG portfolio specialist teams, you will provide advice, guidance and assistance in the specialist area of Investment Management or Financial Advisors. Your responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Senior Specialist and Senior Executive Leader to provide technical and strategic leadership and advice to drive enforcement outcomes;
• Assisting in the project management and coordination of multiple initiatives related to enforcement activities within ASIC, including providing technical expertise, input and guidance;
• Undertaking technical analysis of relevant legal and regulatory material to shape and inform enforcement strategies;
• Engaging with internal and external stakeholders, including liaising with other Government agencies such as AFCA, APRA and the CSLR;
• Contributing to strategic project work, including providing advice on law reform and policy and legislative developments from an enforcement perspective;
• Contributing to the presentation of written and oral briefings to ASIC leadership and team members.

About You

You will possess the technical expertise and skills to assist ASIC in achieving impactful enforcement outcomes. Your application will be evaluated based on your ability to demonstrate, or potential to develop, the required capabilities.

You Will Also Demonstrate

• Relevant tertiary legal qualification.
• Experience undertaking legal research and policy work.
• An understanding of the law, practice, policy relating to the Corporations Act, the National Consumer Credit regime, the ASIC Act and other relevant financial services legislation.
• Excellent writing and drafting skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and persuasively.
• Strong organisational skills, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and projects.
• Experience in communicating complex information effectively to diverse audiences.
• Experience in legal research, providing legal advice, and applying technical knowledge in a regulatory context.

Additional Information

View the position description for more details or click ‘apply' to submit your application. Applications close at 11:59pm AEDT, 2 June 2025.

About ASIC

ASIC's remit is broad, regulating corporations, markets, financial services, and consumer credit. We promote market integrity and consumer protection, holding law violators accountable to achieve strong outcomes addressing consumer and investor harms.

ASIC is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Indigenous Australians and applicants from all backgrounds and abilities are encouraged to apply.

Employee Benefits

• Attractive superannuation
• Additional leave entitlements
• 50/50 hybrid work-from-home model
• Flexible work arrangements
• Support for study and professional development

Click here to view ASIC's salary and benefits guide. For more information about ASIC, visit our website or review our Corporate Plan. To work with us, you must be an Australian citizen and willing to complete an ASIC Suitability and Baseline Assessment.