Policy Adviser (Graduate)

ASX: Powering Australia's financial markets

Why join the ASX?

When you join ASX, you're joining a company with a strong purpose - to power a stronger economic future by enabling a fair and dynamic marketplace for all.

In your new role, you'll be part of a leading global securities exchange with a strong brand. We are known for being a trusted market operator and an exciting data hub.

Want to know why we are a great place to work, click on the link to learn more.

www.asx.com.au/about/careers/a-great-place-to-work

We are more than a securities exchange!

The ASX team brings together talented people from a diverse range of disciplines.

We run critical market infrastructure, with 1 in 3 people employed within technology. Yet we have a unique complexity of roles across a range of disciplines such as operations, program delivery, financial products, investor engagement, risk and compliance.

We're proud to foster a workplace where diversity is celebrated and inclusion is part of our everyday culture. Our employee-led networks champion LGBTIQ+ inclusion, promote gender equality, accessibility and wellbeing, inspire giving and volunteering, and celebrate cultural and religious events, creating a sense of belonging for all. As an AWEI Bronze employer and member of the Champions of Change Coalition for gender equality, we're committed to a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

About the team:

Work within the team responsible for supervision of ASX's listed market. Our team's performance is critical to ASX's success in operating a market of the highest integrity and meeting the expectations of our customers and the wider Australian community. You will work closely with subject matter experts in Listings Compliance, including members of our admissions and investment products teams. You will also have day to day involvement with members of our Transformation and Operational Performance team, who drive the execution of our continuous improvement and change programs.

What you will be doing:

• Write clear, concise, and user friendly policy documents, position papers and advices and related internal documents, as well as amendments to listing rules and guidance notes.
• Assess new rule and policy proposals and consult with other teams on new rules and policy developed by Listings Compliance.
• Continuously monitor changes in regulations and industry standards, understand proposed changes to our listing rules and guidance notes and update policies and procedures to maintain consistency and effectiveness.
• Undertake research and analysis in relation to current issues, including researching the rules of other exchanges, industry best practice and legal requirements, and develop evidence based options and recommended solutions.
• Contribute to the development of policy team processes and procedures.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders facilitating their engagement and contribution to policy and procedure documents.
• Develop resources and work with team to prepare and deliver training to educate employees, listed entities and their advisers on listing rule issues.

What you will bring:

Must have

• A tertiary qualification in public policy, law, economics, communications or related disciplines
• A strong academic background
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and research abilities
• Ability to collaborate with cross functional teams
• Enthusiasm!

Nice to have

• Relevant professional experience
• Understanding of the listing rules and corporations law and ASX's role as a licensed market operator
• Published articles or other examples of exceptional writing
• Graduates with a passion for ASX and capital markets are encouraged to apply

Please note: All applications must include academic transcript and cover letter to be considered.

We make hiring decisions based on your skills, capabilities and experience, and how you'll help us to live our values. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the criteria of this role.

If you need any adjustments during the application or interview process to help you present your best self, please let us know at [email protected].

At ASX Group, our diverse workforce is essential to build and maintain a fair and dynamic marketplace. We support flexible working and offer hybrid working options. Even if our roles are advertised as full-time, we encourage you to apply if you are interested in part-time or other flexible working arrangements.

We will arrange for successful candidates to have background checks, including reference and police checks, completed as part of the on-boarding process.

To be considered for this position, candidates must be legally authorised to work in Australia on a permanent basis without any restrictions.