The candidate will play a critical role in supporting the company’s legal affairs, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and providing legal guidance on matters related to mutual fund operations, corporate governance, and other legal issues.
Job Requirements:
- Advise on matters related to corporate governance, including compliance with applicable regulatory framework on NBFCs and notified entities.
- Assist in the management of litigation, arbitration, or dispute resolution processes
- Coordinate with external legal counsel where necessary, and represent the company in legal proceedings/hearings as and when required.
- Identify legal risks and assist in the development of policies and procedures to mitigate those risks.
- Assist with the preparation and submission of required regulatory filings with the SECP and other relevant authorities, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
- Assist in drafting and legal vetting of business contracts/agreements and or any other documents
- Assist in the development and implementation of internal policies and procedures related to legal and regulatory compliance
- Any other task as may be assigned by Head of Compliance or Senior Management.
Required Competencies:
- Strong understanding of Pakistan’s legal and regulatory framework, particularly financial services.
- Familiarity with SECP regulations, Companies Act 2017, and other relevant financial laws.
- Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills.
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Eligibility to appear before into district and high courts.
Required Education & Experience:
- Minimum LLB (Bachelor of Laws) from an HEC recognized university.
- Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience in litigation, corporate laws and advisory preferably in the financial services or mutual fund industry.