Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority (PERA) Hiring “Head Legal” at Lahore
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Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority (PERA) is hiring “Head Legal” at Lahore. Details are as follows:
Position Title: Head Legal (Legal & Prosecution)
No. of Positions: 01
Employment Status: Contract
Gender: Both
Qualification and Experience:
- Bachelor’s in Law (LLB-05 years) or equivalent degree from a recognized university.
- 10 years’ practice as an advocate.
Competencies & Personal Attributes:
- Relationship management & Communication Skills.
- Experience in case management, legal research, trial preparation, and courtroom proceedings.
- Strong understanding of Civil Law, Criminal Law and legal procedures.
- Should possess excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex legal arguments clearly and persuasively.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess evidence, identify legal issues, and make informed decisions.
- Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously, demonstrating organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with law enforcement, victims, witnesses, and colleagues.
- Analytical skills.
- Presentation skills.
- Should possess understanding of IT.
- Should possess the understanding of scheduled laws of PERA
Job Responsibilities:
Head Legal is responsible for coordination of all the legal issues / activities of District Boards & Enforcement Stations of PERA. The person assists the Deputy Director Legal, (PERA) in all kinds of Legal matters & to defend / manage them for prosecution in any court in accordance with law, policies, rules & regulations.
- Assist the Deputy Director (Legal) on legal issues.
- To provide legal advice to PERA regarding legal matters as and when required.
- To provide technical/legal assistance in the drafting of contracts and agreements such as contracts of agreement of personnel, consultants, and contracts awarded for the procurement of goods or services and provide advice on issues and disputes that may arise from their applications.
- Drafting contracts / SLA MOU within the legal framework, vetting and clearing from relevant public departments before finalization.
- To provide legal opinion to PERA in various facets / activities conflict prevention, management and dispute resolution for adopting course of action in legal matters within the legal and regulatory framework.
- To present in court on behalf of PERA and/or its employees in the court of law / all forums of a legal nature for any sort of civil/criminal litigation initiated against them in pursuance of their duties.
- To prepare and file suits/writ petitions to safeguard the interests of government / PERA.
- Provision of technical/legal backstopping whenever issues of legal nature arise.
- Providing interpretation of all legal instruments.
- To ensure that all the decisions and action taken by the management are in conformity with the provisions of prevailing laws and legal instruments.
- Preparation of replies, comments, writ petitions etc. on behalf of PERA for all legal forums.
- Advocate PERA at all forums to provide an effective channel of communication in respect of legal matters to safeguard the interest of PERA.
- Maintain close liaison with all legal forums to keep the management informed of day proceedings about all legal issues referred to or under proceedings.
- Ensure legal compliance throughout the operational structure of the organization.
- Any other legal assistance / advice as may be required and any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the competent Authority..
Last Date to Apply: 22 January, 2025
To Apply: Visit and apply online at https://jobs.punjab.gov.pk/new_recruit/job_detail/head-legal