Career Opportunities – Legal Department

About the Employer

Our client is a well-established Karachi-based company operating in a regulated business environment. The organization is known for maintaining strong corporate governance practices, compliance with applicable laws, and high professional standards. With a focus on sustainable growth and ethical operations, the company values skilled professionals who can support its business objectives while safeguarding legal and regulatory interests.

The organization offers a professional work culture, opportunities for learning and development, and exposure to complex legal matters across multiple business functions.

1. Sector: Private

2. Location: Karachi

3. Job Source: Newspaper Dawn February 08, 2026

4. Apply Online Before 22 February 2026

5. Available Positions

1. Deputy General Manager Legal – Corporate & Regulatory Affairs

This is a senior-level position responsible for overseeing corporate and regulatory legal matters and supporting senior management and the Board of Directors.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks related to company operations.

• Provide legal assistance on oil and gas infrastructure projects, licensing, and franchising arrangements.

• Advise on real estate transactions, shipping matters, and international trade.

• Support new business initiatives, joint ventures, and partnership structures from a legal perspective.

• Provide legal opinions on procurement, banking, and financing arrangements.

• Oversee employment and labor law matters, and draft/review contracts, agreements, deeds, and other legal instruments.

• Support implementation of compliance programs and supervise a team of lawyers.

• Provide legal support to senior management and the Board.

• Represent the company before quasi-judicial and regulatory forums and submit official representations.

6. Education

• Law Degree from an HEC-recognized Law School/University.

• Solicitor, Bar-at-Law, or LL.M will be an added advantage.

7. Experience

• Preferably 8–10 years of professional experience in a large national or multinational organization.

• At least 5–7 years of relevant functional experience in a similar role or equivalent middle management position.

Age Limit

• Preferably not more than 45 years as of the last date of application.

2. Junior Management Position – Legal

This role is suitable for early to mid-career legal professionals who can handle litigation matters and provide legal support to different departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle and monitor litigation cases before courts and legal forums through external counsels.

• Review pleadings, maintain case status, and coordinate with external lawyers.

• Vet agreements, MOUs, addendums, and other legal documents and provide legal opinions when required.

• Provide legal advisory services to departments on various legal matters.

• Review inquiry reports, charge sheets, show cause notices, court orders, and other relevant documents.

• Review contracts, agreements, proposals, and letters to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

• Keep updated on legal and statutory developments and advise supervisors accordingly.

Education

• Law Degree from an HEC-recognized Law School/University.

• Solicitor, Bar-at-Law, or LL.M will be an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 3–4 years of professional experience.

• At least 1–2 years of relevant functional experience in a similar role or one position below.

Age Limit

• Preferably not more than 33 years as of the last date of application.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong drafting and interpretation skills

• Excellent communication and analytical abilities

• High level of professionalism and discretion

• Ability to work independently and under pressure

• Good presentation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

8. How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are encouraged to apply online through:

http://jobs.hrs-int.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further process.

Final Note

These positions offer an excellent opportunity for legal professionals to advance their careers in a reputable corporate environment. If you have the required qualifications and experience, apply online before the deadline and take the next step toward a rewarding legal career.