Electoral & Regulatory Law Counsel

Australian Electoral Commission; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Electoral Commission seeks a Government Lawyer within the Legal, Risk and Governance Branch in Brisbane. The role provides high-quality legal advice to support the integrity of Commonwealth electoral systems and corporate matters, contributing to governance and strategic planning across multiple legal teams.

The successful candidate will perform complex legal work, conduct research, and assist in policy development while maintaining impartiality and neutrality in public service roles.

Qualifications

• Qualified in law with Australian practice eligibility.
• Experience delivering high-quality legal advice in regulatory/government settings.
• Strong written and verbal communication with meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality legal advice to support electoral integrity and corporate matters.
• Contribute to section planning and capability-building across the AEC.
• Lead legal matters and support governance across Corporate, Electoral and Regulatory Law teams.

Skills

Legal analysis

Governance

Stakeholder management

Communication

Regulatory affairs

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Tools

Legal research databases

Case management systems

Job description

Australian Electoral Commission seeks a Government Lawyer within the Legal, Risk and Governance Branch in Brisbane. The role provides high-quality legal advice to support the integrity of Commonwealth electoral systems and corporate matters, contributing to governance and strategic planning across multiple legal teams.

The successful candidate will perform complex legal work, conduct research, and assist in policy development while maintaining impartiality and neutrality in public service roles.