PASSCO HIRING OF LEGAL ADVISORS
Pakistan Agricultural Storage & Services Corporation (PASSCO) Ltd., a public limited company operating under the Companies Act, 2017 (previously the Company Act, 1913), invites applications for the hiring of two Legal Advisors in the fields of Service and Corporate Matters. The company, under the Ministry of National Food Security & Research, is engaged in the business of commodity sales and purchases.
Available Positions:
- Legal Advisor (Service Matters)
- Qualifications & Experience:
- LLB (preferably LLM or Bar at Law) from a reputed national or international institution.
- Advocate High Court or Supreme Court with at least 15 years of practice.
- Age: 40 to 55 years.
- Experience in legal advisory for reputable private or public sector companies, or government departments related to Service Law, Ombudsman (Wafaqi Mohtasib), and NIRC.
- Must have an office in Lahore.
- Proficient in Service Laws (e.g., Esta Code, E&D Rules, NIRC, Wafaqi Mohtasib).
- Understanding of government legal and departmental procedures.
- Job Responsibilities:
- Represent PASSCO in courts of law as required.
- Assist PASSCO management at the head office whenever needed.
- Vet documents, policies, and rules.
- Provide legal advice on service and departmental matters.
- Assist with departmental inquiries against employees.
- Legal Advisor (Corporate Matters)
- Qualifications & Experience:
- LLB (preferably LLM or Bar at Law) from a reputed national or international institution.
- Advocate High Court or Supreme Court with at least 15 years of practice.
- Age: 40 to 55 years.
- Experience in legal advisory for reputable private or public sector companies, or government departments related to Corporate Law, Companies Act 2017, SOE Act, SECP, PPRA, Banking & Taxation Law, and Insurance Laws.
- Must have an office in Lahore.
- Expertise in matters related to company relations, contracts, and the role of Boards of Directors.
- Job Responsibilities:
- Represent PASSCO in courts of law as required.
- Draft and review legal documents as needed.
- Vet agreements, contracts, tender documents, and assist in negotiations.
- Provide legal advice in corporate matters according to Companies Act, 2017, SOE Act, PPRA Rules, SECP Rules, Banking & Taxation Law, and Insurance Laws.
- Develop legal solutions for corporate issues.
- Assist PASSCO management at the head office when called upon.
Additional Information:
- Compensation: Monthly remuneration is negotiable.
- Duration: The initial retainer-ship contract is for two years, with the possibility of extension based on performance.
- Termination: Either party may terminate the contract with one month’s prior notice.
Application Submission:
Interested applicants must submit their applications and relevant documents to the office of the General Manager (HR) at PASSCO Head Office, 11 Kashmir Road, Lahore by 4th November 2024, before the close of business hours (4:30 PM).
For more details, visit the PASSCO website: www.passco.gov.pk
(Note: No TA/DA will be provided for the interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.)
Contact Information:
- General Manager (HR)
- Pakistan Agricultural Storage & Services Corporation Ltd. (PASSCO)
- PASSCO Head Office, 11 Kashmir Road, Lahore.
- Phone: 042-99201461-62
- Website: www.passco.gov.pk