Apply for the Legal Advisor position at the Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division), Islamabad. Master’s in Law with 7 years of experience required. Learn how to apply before the deadline!
The Government of Pakistan, Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division), is currently seeking a highly qualified professional for the position of Legal Advisor. This role is based within the Directorate General of Petroleum Concessions on a contract basis.
Position Overview
- Job Title: Legal Advisor
- Number of Positions: One (01)
- Location: Directorate General (LGs), Islamabad
- Nature of Job: Contract-based (Initially for two years, extendable based on performance and requirement)
- Remuneration: Maximum monthly lump sum of Rs. 0.5 Million (Negotiable)
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this prestigious role, candidates must meet the following stringent requirements:
1. Education & Qualification
- Masters or equivalent qualification in Law from an HEC recognized institute/university.
- Preference: Candidates with foreign qualifications in Petroleum Laws, Policy, and Contracts will be preferred.
2. Experience Requirements
- A minimum of 07 (seven) years of relevant experience.
- Experience can be gained from in-house practice, private practice, law firms, major industrial groups, or government/corporate/autonomous bodies.
- Experience must involve advising on international energy transactions, specifically in the LNG/LPG business and supply chain.
- Sound knowledge of the legal framework in Pakistan’s Petroleum Sector, including the latest amendments in Petroleum Rules and Policies.
- Proven track record in handling local and International Arbitration cases is a major plus.
- Must possess a valid License to plead cases in the High Courts of Pakistan.
3. Age Limit
- The maximum age limit for applicants is 55 years.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates must follow these specific application instructions:
- Prepare Documentation: Submit a complete CV and a Covering Letter.
- Required Details: Your application must clearly indicate:
- Relevant qualifications with passing year and month.
- Experiences with exact dates of service (from start to end) for each position.
- Complete Biodata including Date of Birth, CNIC, and contact details.
- One recent color passport-size photograph.
- Submission Method: Applications must be sent via hard copy only. Electronic submissions (email) will not be considered.
- Mailing Address:Director General of Petroleum Concessions, Petroleum House, 3rd Floor, Attaturk Avenue, G-5/2, Islamabad.
Important Deadlines & Notes
- Deadline: Applications must be submitted within fifteen (15) days of the publication of the advertisement.
- Incomplete Applications: Applications without a Covering Letter, Biodata, or those arriving late will be rejected.
- Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. No TA/DA will be provided for this purpose.
- Official Website: For further details and to review the Terms of Reference (TORs), visit www.petroleum.gov.pk.
For any queries, you may contact Mr. Muhammad Arif Baig, Assistant Director (Employment & Training) at 051-9207724.
