Assistant Legal Counsel

1 week ago

Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan eocean Full time

Position: Assistant Legal Counsel

Position Summary:
We are looking for an Assistant Legal Counsel who will support the Legal Counsel in managing international contracts, corporate governance, and risk mitigation. This role ensures smooth contract execution, regulatory adherence, and business risk management. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in contract law, corporate governance, and cross-border agreements, with the ability to handle complex legal matters independently.

This role is critical in providing strategic legal support to senior leadership, protecting the company's interests, and enhancing legal operations.

Qualification:
 Minimum Education: LLB (Hons)

Experience:
3-4 years of Corporate Legal Experience

Job Description:

  • International Contract Review & Negotiation:
  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex international agreements (NDAs, SLAs, MSAs, vendor contracts, partnership agreements, etc.).
  • Ensure contracts are legally sound and aligned with company interests.
  • Identify and mitigate contractual risks, liabilities, and compliance issues.
  • Regulatory & Compliance Management:
  • Ensure compliance with local and international laws related to business operations.
  • Assist in handling corporate governance matters, policy drafting, and risk assessments.
  • Dispute Resolution & Risk Management:
  • Provide legal support on potential disputes, contract enforcement, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Work with external counsel when necessary for litigation support or arbitration cases.
  • Internal Legal Advisory:
  • Advise internal stakeholders on legal implications of business decisions.
  • Assist in company-wide policy creation, legal training, and awareness sessions.
  • Team Collaboration & Leadership:
  • Support the Legal Counsel in managing legal workflows.
  • Guide Junior Legal officers in contract management where necessary

Qualification:

  • LLB (Hons) from a HEC recognized reputable institution -
  • 3+ years of experience in corporate/commercial law with a focus on international contracts. -
  • Prior in-house legal counsel experience or law firm experience handling corporate transactions.
  • Excellent understanding of contract law, corporate law, and commercial transactions.
  • Ability to manage multiple legal matters simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong work ethic, proactive mindset, and ability to work independently
  • Strong Microsoft Office

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