Careers at ASIC

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. 

This is a compelling opportunity to join ASIC's Criminal Law Team within Legal Services, where you will provide specialist legal advice on complex criminal investigations and prosecutions involving serious corporate and white‑collar crime.

• Melbourne (other locations can be considered)

• EL2 – ($152,074–$202,614) depending on experience, plus 15.4% superannuation

• Permanent role

• Applications close at 11:59 pm AEST, Tuesday 7 April 2026

The team

Legal Services plays a critical role in delivering ASIC's regulatory, enforcement and litigation functions and is instrumental in maintaining ASIC's reputation as a modern, effective and outcomes‑focused regulator.

The Criminal Law Team provides expert advice and assistance on all aspects of ASIC's criminal investigations and prosecutions, including the use of statutory information‑gathering powers, development of briefs of evidence, and engagement with the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP). The team also contributes to legislative reform and policy development relating to criminal law, procedure and enforcement powers.

The role

As a Senior Lawyer (EL2), you will provide specialist legal advice on criminal investigations and prosecutions arising from ASIC's enforcement work. You will work closely with investigators and the CDPP on complex, high‑profile matters involving serious corporate and financial crime.

You will be required to:

• Provide expert legal advice to multi‑disciplinary investigation teams on criminal investigations, prosecutions and the use of ASIC's information‑gathering powers
• Advise on the sufficiency of evidence and preparation of briefs of evidence for referral to the CDPP
• Collaborate closely with the CDPP on complex criminal prosecutions, including sentencing hearings and appeals
• Assist ASIC in‑house prosecutors with summary prosecutions conducted under CDPP consent
• Conduct pre‑brief and early guilty plea negotiations to support timely and effective resolution of matters
• Draft high‑quality legal advice and research on complex criminal law, evidentiary and procedural issues
• Contribute to the development and review of criminal law policies, practices and legislative reform initiatives
• Manage a significant and complex caseload independently, with guidance from the Special Counsel – Criminal Law as required
• Support capability building, innovation and continuous improvement within Legal Services
• Mentor, coach and support junior lawyers and contribute to a positive, high‑performing team culture

As an EL2, you are accountable for delivering high‑quality outcomes, exercising sound judgement, managing risk, and contributing to the leadership and capability of the Criminal Law Team.

About you

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Admission to practice in an Australian jurisdiction and eligibility to hold a Restricted Government Legal Practising Certificate
• Significant experience in complex criminal investigations and enforcement matters, particularly white‑collar, corporate or financial crime
• Strong knowledge of criminal law and procedure, including the rules of evidence
• Demonstrated experience managing major criminal matters and engaging effectively with prosecuting authorities
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders
• Strong judgement, resilience and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment

Highly desirable experience includes:

• 7–10 years' post‑admission legal experience
• Experience as a Prosecutor, particularly in fraud or complex financial crime matters
• Experience working with, or within, the CDPP or another prosecuting authority
• Experience in a regulatory, enforcement or public sector environment

View the position description for more information or click ‘apply' to start your application. Applications close at 11:59 pm AEST, Tuesday 7 April 2026. Please include a copy of your resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

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 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  

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