Lawyer, L1-APS5/6, Mergers and Exemptions Law Unit

2 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia ACCC Full time
  • Do you want to wor k at an agency where each day reveals new opportunities to work on some of the biggest issues facing consumers and businesses and have opportunities to pursue new and exciting pathways?
  • Do you want to work at a place where smart and dedicated people from all walks of life collaborate to work on meaningful matters?
  • Do you want to provide strategic and legal policy advice and other legal services at an agency that helps protect everyday Australian consumers?

Then this is the place for you At the ACCC, we're proud of the impact we can make together. We understand the responsibilities and challenges that come with a fast moving and ever-changing environment. Our high performing culture is built on a foundation of care, support and inclusion. It's why we're driven by connection and collaboration, sharing our skills, knowledge and support with each other freely and frequently. It's why we prioritise the wellbeing of our people and empower them to work autonomously, flexibly and courageously. At the ACCC, we believe the best version of you is the one that's true to who you are – and that's the you we want working alongside us.

We value flexibility, and all roles can be performed from any capital city in a state or territory or Townsville and are available on a full-time, part-time or job-share basis.

Applicants from diverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, people with disability and those from different cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

What you will do as a Lawyer
  • provide legal (including strategic and legal policy) advice on complex issues relating to the functions and powers of the ACCC under the CCA, including the functions and powers under the new merger regime.
  • conduct legal and related research into complex matters relevant to ACCC responsibilities under relevant legislation.
  • assist with the conduct of investigations and court proceedings for the ACCC, including working closely with external lawyers.
  • assist the ACCC in the performance of its dispute resolution functions, draft and / or settle complex court documents (including pleadings and submissions), s 155 notices, s 87B undertakings and other legal documents in supportof investigations and litigation.

About You

In order to succeed in the role, you will have:
  • admission as a practitioner, however described, of the High Court or the Supreme Court of an Australian State or Territory.
  • experience in working effectively as a lawyer advising and guiding line areas under very tight timeframes.
  • Experience advising in relation to Part IV of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 —particularly in respect of merger clearances and competition exemptions—or administrative law, would be an advantage but is not essential.

To find out more about us and the role, please read the Candidate Kit.

How To Apply

You will be asked to respond to the statement of claims of no more than 500 words and submit your resume with key outcomes or what you are most proud of in each role you have held (2 pages maximum).

Salary: Lawyer 1 (APS5) $95,374 (plus 15.4% superannuation), Lawyer 1 (APS6) $99,562 - $111,590 (plus 15.4% superannuation)

Contact Officer: Andrew Gun, (03) 9290 1853

Applications Close: 11.00pm (AEST), Sunday 14 September 2025
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