At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal advice on ASIC's registry responsibilities and support regulatory decision-making.
- Company: Join ASIC, a leading regulator ensuring a fair financial system for all Australians.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, hybrid work model, additional leave, and professional development support.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in public service while developing expertise in regulatory law.
- Qualifications: Legal qualifications, strong communication skills, and experience in administrative law.
The predicted salary is between 97401 - 97401 $ per year.
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 Registry Law team within Legal Services and work on complex and meaningful legal issues that sit at the intersection of administrative law, public law and regulatory operations.
Location: Brisbane or Melbourne
Temporary Position – 12 months
Salary from $97,401 + 15.4% superannuation
Applications close at 11:59pm AEST, Tuesday 28 April.
As a Lawyer – Registry Law, you will provide legal advice and guidance on ASIC's registry responsibilities and operations. You will work collaboratively with other lawyers in the team, supporting ASIC's registry functions through sound legal analysis, advice and documentation.
This role is well suited to a lawyer who enjoys administrative and regulatory law, values public service, and is keen to develop expertise in registry‑related legal frameworks within a dynamic in‑house environment.
You Will:
- Provide legal advice and guidance on ASIC's registry responsibilities and operations
- Prepare briefs and draft legal documents for administrative law matters
- Assist with court and tribunal applications
- Conduct compliance checks and review applications relating to registry matters
- Undertake legal research and analysis on registry legislation, frameworks and ASIC policies (including international comparisons where relevant)
- Work collaboratively and professionally across ASIC, modelling the values of Accountability, Professionalism and Teamwork
About You:
You are a capable and motivated lawyer with strong legal judgement and a collaborative approach. You communicate clearly, enjoy working through complex legal issues, and are comfortable supporting regulatory decision‑making in a fast‑paced environment.
You Will Also Have:
- Legal qualifications and a current practising certificate
- Post‑admission experience as a lawyer (experience in government, regulatory or private practice environments is relevant)
- Demonstrated experience interpreting, advising on and applying legislation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Sound problem‑solving and risk‑management capabilities
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team and manage competing priorities
About ASIC:
ASIC's remit is one of the broadest of regulators across the world. ASIC regulates corporations, markets, financial services and consumer credit and monitors and promotes market integrity and consumer protection in the Australian financial system. Through our enforcement work, we hold to account those who contravene the law, working to achieve strong outcomes that address the greatest consumer and investor harms.
ASIC is an equal opportunity employer seeking people who want to make a difference. ASIC is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace where the very best talent in Australia chooses to work. Applications from people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, LGBTIQ+ identity, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged to apply.
Benefits:
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
To work with us, you need to be an Australian citizen and be prepared to complete an ASIC Suitability and Baseline Assessment.
View the position description for more information or click ‘apply' to start your application.
Lawyer in Brisbane employer: ASIC
ASIC is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work environment where legal professionals can thrive. With a commitment to employee growth through mentorship and professional development opportunities, ASIC fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation. Located across various offices in Australia, employees benefit from flexible work arrangements, attractive superannuation, and additional leave entitlements, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and impactful careers in the legal field.
