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Lawyer - Commercial

Sydney, New South Wales 3 hours ago

Job Description

Job Type: Permanent Category: Lawyer Location: Multiple locations Date Advertised: 24-FEB-25 Job Reference: ASIC/1844224 Job Title: Lawyer - Commercial Business Unit: Division: Summary: 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 ASIC's dynamic in-house legal team! We're looking for passionate lawyers with 1-3+ years of post-admission experience to provide high quality commercial legal advice on public sector procurements and other complex commercial matters. Enjoy a supportive team environment, formal training, and diverse in-house legal work to enhance your professional skills.   Sydney, Melbourne or Canberra (Brisbane or Adelaide considered) $94,198- $112,011 (depending on experience), plus 15.4% superannuation            Permanent role   Applications close at 11:59pm AEDT, 10 March 2025   The team  The Commercial and Employment Law team is responsible for partnering with key internal ASIC stakeholders including by advising on, and managing, legal and compliance risks associated with ASIC procurements (under the Commonwealth Procurement Rules and Public Governance, Performance and Accountability (PGPA) legislation) and other commercial arrangements. The team advises on a broad range of commercial matters affecting ASIC as a Commonwealth entity and regulatory agency, including matters of critical importance to the achievement of ASIC's strategic objectives.   As a Lawyer within Corporate Legal Services, you will be responsible for working as part of a team to: Advise ASIC stakeholders on commercial arrangements, MOUs, major procurements, IP, grants, advertising, and PGPA Act compliance Provide advice on Commonwealth policies and legislation Assess legislative changes and emerging issues and assist with ASIC's compliance and reporting obligations Work under senior lawyers' supervision on complex matters and collaborate with other lawyers and stakeholders   Legal qualifications and eligibility for a Restricted Legal Practicing Certificate in Australia. 1-3 years+ of post-admission experience relevant to the role (government, in-house, or law firm). Strong legal advice writing and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of the Corporations Act, ASIC Act, financial services legislation, PGPA Act, Legal Services Directions, and other relevant laws and policies.    View the position description for more information or click ‘apply' to start your application. Applications close at 11:59pm AEDT, 10 March 2025. 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 committed to a providing a diverse and inclusive workplace where the very best talent in Australia chooses to work. Indigenous Australians are encouraged to apply as well as applicants from all backgrounds and with different abilities.  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 Click here to view ASIC's salary and benefits guide. To read more about ASIC, you can visit our website or review our Corporate Plan. To work with us, you need to be an Australian citizen and be prepared to complete an ASIC Suitability and Baseline Assessment.