ASIC 3 ASIC 4 - Lawyer

Be part of the work that protects Australians.

At ASIC, your work helps ensure a fair, strong and efficient financial system for all Australians. Our enforcement teams play a critical role in protecting consumers, upholding market integrity and holding to account those who break the law. If youre motivated by meaningful public‑interest work, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

We are seeking talented Lawyers (ASIC 3 and ASIC 4) to join the Enforcement & Compliance Group (ECG). This recruitment process will create a merit pool to fill current and future vacancies, with temporary opportunities (up to 24 months) available across Australia.

• Location - Adelaide | Brisbane | Canberra | Darwin | Hobart | Melbourne | Perth | Sydney
• Salary $81,396 – $115,820 + 15.4% superannuation
• Applications close at 11:59pm 22nd February ADST, 2026
  
  

The team

The Enforcement & Compliance Group (ECG) is one of ASICs largest and most influential groups, playing a central role in identifying, assessing and responding to misconduct across Australias financial system. ECG leads the full lifecycle of enforcement activity, from early inquiries and compliance assessments through to complex investigations and litigation, driving outcomes that protect consumers and strengthen trust in financial markets. Working closely with in‑house lawyers and the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions, ECG tackles diverse, fast‑paced and high‑stakes matters that have real impact for Australians every day.

Within ECG, Lawyers may work in one of two key teams:

• Enforcement Inquiries & Compliance (EIC) – EIC conducts early, targeted inquiries into reports of potential misconduct. These specialist teams rapidly assess risk, gather preliminary evidence and determine the most appropriate regulatory pathway. Their work spans sectors including scams, credit, banking and investment management, with a focus on triaging matters for referral to full investigation or resolving issues through compliance or regulatory action.
• Investigations (IEA) – IEA manages complex investigations into suspected breaches of financial services and corporations law. These teams analyse data, intelligence and evidentiary material, conduct compulsory examinations and interviews, prepare briefs for administrative, civil or criminal action, and support proceedings in State and Federal courts. Their work is strategic, detailed and central to ASICs enforcement capability, delivering outcomes with real impact across Australias financial system.
  
  

The role

As a Lawyer (ASIC 3 or ASIC 4), you will use your legal expertise to help uncover, assess and respond to potential misconduct, contributing to matters that directly protect consumers and strengthen the financial system. You will play a key role in supporting inquiries, investigations and enforcement action across our regulatory remit.

You Will

• Contribute to investigation planning, legal research and case strategy, working as part of multidisciplinary enforcement teams to progress matters effectively.
• Apply legal and evidence gathering techniques such as interviewing witnesses, drafting affidavits, issuing compulsory notices and supporting examinations or search warrant activity.
• Prepare high quality legal documents and briefs for civil, criminal and administrative action, and support proceedings in State and Federal Courts.
• Use ASICs digital evidence management systems to analyse documents, data and intelligence, generating insights that inform enforcement decisions.
• Support the delivery of enforcement outcomes, assisting with civil litigation, criminal prosecutions and administrative actions while applying the law thoughtfully to all aspects of ECGs work.
  
  

ASIC 3 roles focus more on foundational legal and investigative support, while ASIC 4 roles include higher complexity and greater independence in legal analysis, evidence assessment and case strategy.

About You

You are a motivated, detail‑focused and curious legal professional who enjoys applying the law in practical, real‑world contexts. You work well in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment and are driven by achieving outcomes for consumers and investors.

You Will Bring

• Bachelors degree in law, admission to practice in Australia and a current practicing certificate or eligibility to obtain one.
• Experience in legal, paralegal or investigative work, with the ability to apply the law confidently and practically to real‑world misconduct issues.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, confidence working with complex information and using digital evidence management tools and legal research platforms.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively, influence others and build strong working relationships.
• Well‑developed organisational and project‑management capability, with the ability to plan and manage legal tasks or investigations while balancing competing priorities.
• A genuine commitment to using your legal skills to protect consumers and contribute to the integrity of Australias financial system.
• Experience in financial services, credit, enforcement or complex investigations are highly regarded.
  
  

Interviews will be held in person between 9th - 20th March 2025 at your local ASIC office.

To work with us, you must be an Australian citizen and complete an ASIC Suitability and Baseline Assessment.

About ASIC

ASICs 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 decent are encouraged to apply.

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
  
  

View the position description for more information or click ‘apply to start your application. Applications close at 11:59pm 22nd February ADST, 2026. 

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