Enforcement And Litigation Lawyers

Description:

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.
ASIC's Enforcement and Compliance Group (ECG) is expanding its presence in Darwin and is seeking Enforcement and Litigation Lawyers to work on high-profile and varied matters.
* Darwin CBD location – 50% work-from-home
* Opportunities available across all classifications and levels of experience
* Salary from $78,720 to $162,634 (depending on experience and PQE) + 15.4 % superannuation
* 2-year temporary opportunities
* Applications close at 11:59pm ADST, Friday 4 April
The team
ECG's Investigation and Enforcement Action (IEA) teams manage complex investigations of suspected misconduct against individuals and entities across a range of sectors. The IEA team is responsible for the end-to-end conduct of the investigation as well as any resulting civil or criminal proceedings. IEA teams, supported by ASIC Litigation Counsel, conduct in-house civil litigation. Criminal proceedings (which can include contraventions against both Commonwealth and State law) are prosecuted through the Commonwealth DPP.
The role
As a Lawyer, you will contribute to ASIC's investigations of suspected misconduct, including obtaining enforcement outcomes. You will have the opportunity to participate in varied, interesting and impactful work. More specifically, you will:
* Work as part of multi-disciplinary enforcement teams.
* Engage in investigation planning and discussions about scope and strategy.
* Employ a range of evidence gathering techniques, including, interviewing witnesses, taking witness statements, preparing affidavits, participating in the execution of search warrants, conducting compulsory examinations and issuing compulsory notices.
* Utilise ASIC's evidence management technology and other systems to derive insights from data, information and documents
* Contribute to preparing and conducting enforcement action including civil litigation, criminal prosecution and administrative action.
* Contribute to the preparation and compilation of criminal, civil and administrative briefs and provide support to any proceedings in State or Federal Courts
* Consider the interpretation and application of the law to aspects of ECG's work.
Senior Lawyers will take a leading role in scoping and planning matters and driving enforcement outcomes. You will also mentor and support junior team members to build capability.
About you
As the ideal candidate you will be inquisitive, have an analytical mind set and be comfortable working with complex information in a changing environment. You will be proactive and outcome-driven, with the ability to see how your work contributes to the bigger picture. With a consultative and collaborative interpersonal style, you will enjoy working as part of a large, multi-skilled team.
In addition, you will:
* Have legal qualifications and a current practicing certificate.
* Have expereince in the conduct of civil or criminal litigation matters
* Be comfortable working with large and complex information, or data sets, using evidence management software, investigative strategies, tools and technologies.
* Have a willingness to work across cases and teams to support business requirements and strategic priorities.
* Be comfortable prioritising tasks within and across matters, taking advice where required, to progress and complete matters within the timeframes and target dates.
* Be passionate about using your legal skills to make a positive difference for investors and consumers in the Australian financial system.
Click ‘apply' to start your application. Applications close at 11:59pm ADST, Friday 4 April.
Please reach out to Claire Greening on 02 9911 2787 with any questions or to have a confidential discussion.
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 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
To work with us, you need to be an Australian citizen and be prepared to complete an ASIC Suitability and Baseline Assessment.