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Details of Job Advertisement by Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) 02-Nov-2021

This job was posted on 02-Nov-2021 and has a last application date of 16-Nov-2021.

Islamabad Electricity Supply Company is a leading power distribution company of Pakistan serving more than 3.26 Million customers with annual revenue base of over Rs.180 billion having operational jurisdiction that covers five districts namely Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Jhelum and Chakwal.
We believe that the Human Resource is the key asset that will enable IESCO to realize its vision. We also believe that it is the quality of the  Human Resources and the Effectiveness of its Organization Structure  that would enable I ESCO to meet shareholder's expectations for all times to come.
IESCO is seeking the services of a dynamic qualified professional with relevant experience for the following position:-

CHIEF LAW OFFICER

Chief Law Officer will report to Chief Executive Officer IESCO Limited and shall manage and oversee IESCO's legal department and shall be responsible for dealing with Legal, Litigation, Labour, Services. Corporate and Regulatory affairs of the Company.

1. RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Overall responsible for legal matters of IESCO Limited.
2. Review, Improve and Develop IESCO's Legal Policies & processes.
3. Provide legal services and support to all Departments of the IESCO Limited.
4. Manage and Overseas all litigation cases including Corporate. Constitutional, Civil, Service and Criminal matters of the company.
5. Render Legal Opinion to Board of Directors, CEO and management of IESCO Limited on multifarious matters pertaining to Tariff, Service,  Labour, Civil, Corporate, Criminal, Banking and Energy Sector etc., including vetting and drafting of legal documents and agreements.
6. Identify, analyze and provide appropriate legal guidance and counseling to the management to protect I ESCO's interest.
7. Ensure compliance with regulatory code and keep up-to-date information regarding any change in laws, rules and regulations.
8. Review legal documents of the company and ensure its legal protection like assets maintenance, agreements and other court orders compliance.
9. Manage & Coordinate the Company's legal affairs with the Regulatory Authorities such as NEPRA with respect to legal issues pertaining to Tariff, Consumer Affairs and Performance Standards, etc. and SECP for  compliance of Companies Act 2017 and engagement of counsel to deal with such affairs / issues with the above forums and other court cases.
10. Liaise with panel lawyers for effective defense of company's stance before the courts.

2. QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

1. Minimum LLB. However, having LLM / Bar at Law will be given preference.
2. Degree / equivalency shall be verified from HEC.
3. Minimum twelve (12) Years of practice as an advocate of Supreme I High Courts / equivalent experience in Corporate Law, Company Law, Services & Labour Law, ADR. Regulatory and Commercial affairs is required. Working experience of three (03) years in regulatory or Power / Public Sector organization would be preferred.
4. Relevant legal experience of the candidate shall be considered as an extra advantage.
5. Candidate with reported judgments will be preferred.
6. Strong legal interpretive, communication, language skills would be essential for this position.

3. AGE LIMIT:

The maximum age limit of the candidate shall be fifty (50) years on the closing date of advertisement. Preferable age limit of the candidate is forty five (45) years.

4. NATURE OF EMPLOYMENT:

Initial contract shall be for three (03) years effective from the date of joining, extendable as per prevailing Rules / company's policy on the basis of performance.

5. REMUNERATION:

Salary Package for the Chief Law Officer shall be market based.

6. HOW TO APPLY:

Application forms are available on IESCO website. On-line applications should be submitted through IESCO website www.iesco.com.pk as well as through post along with detailed CV, attested copies of testimonials, minimum three references and a recent photograph to the undersigned. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

NOTE:

1. No application will be accepted by hand.
2. Departmental candidates are required to apply through proper channel.
3. The competent authority reserves the right to cancel the advertisement or withhold the recruitment process without assigning any reason.
4. Applications incomplete in any respect or received after the due date, will not be entertained and no claim whatsoever thereof will be acceptable.
5. No TA/ DA will be admissible for interview / selection process
6. Last date for submission of application is November 16th, 2021.

Director General (Human Recourses)
IESCO Head Office, Street No. 40, Sector G-7/4, Islamabad
Phone No. +92-51-9252080, Fax NO. +92-51-9252927