Communications Officer

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 is looking for a Communications Officer to join our fast-paced External Communications team. If you thrive in dynamic environments, know how to pitch a story, and stay across the headlines daily — this is your opportunity to help shape public messaging on issues that matter. Sydney, Melbourne or Canberra Applications close at 11:59pm AEDT, Tuesday 28 October 2025 The team The External Communications team is responsible for managing media relationships and engaging stakeholders across the agency and communications sector. Core functions include managing media enquiries, producing press releases, pitching and managing interviews, staging press conferences, creating media briefing packs including question-and-answer materials and developing innovative content across multiple communications channels. The role As a Communications Officer , you'll help shape ASIC's public voice and strengthen its reputation through timely, accurate, and engaging communications. You'll also: Write, edit, and proofread content for internal and external audiences across multiple formats and platforms Develop and pitch media opportunities, cultivating strong relationships with journalists and media outlets Support communications projects and events with research, copywriting, and editorial input Evaluate content performance using analytics to inform future strategies Collaborate with other communications teams to ensure consistency and alignment across ASIC About you You hold relevant qualifications in communications or a related discipline and have built your career in fast-paced environments where news moves quickly and messaging matters. You're a skilled writer and editor, confident crafting content that's timely, engaging, and tailored to the audience. You know how to spot a story, pitch it effectively, and manage media relationships with credibility and finesse. Experience working with financial or regulatory topics is a plus, as is familiarity with tools like SharePoint, Campaign Monitor, Canva, and Adobe Photoshop. You stay across the news daily and bring a strong sense of what's current, what's coming, and how to respond. You're highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrive when juggling shifting priorities. You work well under pressure, communicate clearly, and collaborate with ease. You're proactive, adaptable, and bring a campaign mindset to everything you do - focused on outcomes, impact, and audience engagement. View the position description for more information or click ‘apply' to start your application. Applications close at 11:59pm AEDT, Tuesday 28 October 2025. 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 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. Employee benefits We offer a range of employee benefits including: Attractive superannuation Additional leave entitlements 50/50 hybrid work-from home model Assistance for study and professional development Click here to view ASIC's salary and benefits guide. To work with us, you need to be an Australian citizen and be prepared to complete an ASIC Suitability and Baseline Assessment. ASIC - Australian Securities & Investments Commission The Career Center posts job openings exclusively for public affairs positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr