Senior Lawyer — Professional Conduct & Disciplinary

Chartered Accountants ANZ; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work

Family Inclusive Workplace

Flexible hybrid work model

Job summary

Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) is seeking a Senior Lawyer, Conduct & Discipline to investigate complex complaints involving CA ANZ members and to deliver fair, robust disciplinary processes. You will manage matters from initial investigation through to committee and tribunal proceedings, uphold high standards of competence, integrity and public confidence.

You will work closely with the Australian Conduct Leader, colleagues and independent panels, building trusted

Qualifications

• Law degree and Australian practising certificate (or eligibility).
• Deep experience managing complex investigations involving multiple individuals, members, organisations or firms.
• Ability to quickly understand complex matters, identify key issues and develop clear investigation strategies.
• Demonstrated experience presenting persuasive cases before tribunals, disciplinary bodies, courts or similar forums.
• Strong legal judgement, resilience and organisational skills, with the ability to manage a varied caseload and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complex complaints and member conduct matters in accordance with CA ANZ’s Charter, By-Laws, Regulations and Guidelines.
• Prepare and manage matters for consideration by the Professional Conduct Committee, Disciplinary Tribunal and Appeals Council.
• Apply sound legal judgement and procedural fairness when analysing evidence, developing investigation strategies and recommending practical outcomes.
• Build trusted professional relationships with members, complainants, disciplinary panel members and internal stakeholders while maintaining independence and confidentiality.
• Strengthen the team’s capability and processes by sharing expertise, coaching colleagues, supporting panel training and contributing to continuous improvement.

Skills

Judgement under pressure

Advocacy

Case strategy

Analytical thinking

Confidentiality

Collaboration

Education

Law degree

Australian practising certificate (or eligibility)

Job description

Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) is seeking a Senior Lawyer, Conduct & Discipline to investigate complex complaints involving CA ANZ members and to deliver fair, robust disciplinary processes. You will manage matters from initial investigation through to committee and tribunal proceedings, uphold high standards of competence, integrity and public confidence.

You will work closely with the Australian Conduct Leader, colleagues and independent panels, building trusted