Job Description and Application Details: Chief Legal Officer at Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO)
Job Title: Chief Legal Officer
Location: Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO), Lahore, Pakistan
Application Deadline: 31-12-2024
Overview
The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO), a State-Owned Enterprise (SOE), provides electricity to over 6.62 million consumers across Lahore, Okara, Kasur, Sheikhupura, and Nankana. LESCO invites applications from qualified lawyers for the position of Chief Legal Officer, a senior-level professional role responsible for overseeing the legal and regulatory affairs of the company.
Responsibilities
- Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer/Board of Directors LESCO: Manage legal and regulatory affairs, providing strategic legal advice and coordinating across various departments.
- Developing and Leading Corporate Legal Strategies: Formulate strategies that support business operations and protect the company’s interests.
- Rendering Oral and Written Legal Opinions: Advise on legal matters, liaising with regulatory bodies and government entities, and appearing before them as required.
- Drafting Legal Instruments: Prepare contracts, representations, and documents pertinent to LESCO’s operations.
- Managing Litigation: Oversee lawsuits involving LESCO and work with external legal counsel to achieve favorable outcomes for the company.
Required Skills
- Expertise in Electricity Distribution Sector Laws: Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations specific to the electricity distribution industry.
- Understanding Market and Industry Trends: In-depth understanding from a legal perspective.
- Experience in Advocacy and Litigation: Minimum 15 years of post-qualification experience, with practice before all courts in Pakistan.
- Modern Legal Practices Familiarity: Experience with arbitration, mediation, and relevant local and international laws.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong leadership, ability to cultivate relationships, and establish long-term visions.
- Advocacy Skills: Exceptional skills in presenting LESCO’s stance effectively, demonstrating integrity and accountability.
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a reputable HEC recognized university. Additional weightage for Master’s Degree (LL.M) and/or Bar at Law.
- Experience: At least 15 years of relevant experience in the legal field, with a strong background in corporate, commercial law, and power sector-related contracts.
- Licensed Advocate of the High Courts of Pakistan: Required to apply.
Remuneration & Contract Period
- Salary Package: Competitive market-based package aligned with qualifications and experience.
- Contract Period: Initial three (3) years, extendable based on performance with annual evaluations by the Board of Directors against agreed KPIs.
How to Apply
- Submission: Applications should be submitted online on LESCO’s website and through courier.
- Required Documents:
- Copy of detailed CV with updated career history.
- Copy of CNIC and recent photograph.
- Copies of Degrees/Testimonials duly verified by the HEC.
- Foreign academic qualifications must include an HEC Equivalence certificate.
- Attested copy of registration/Membership with the relevant Professional Governing Body (if applicable).
- Separate list of experience along with experience letter/certificate/reference letter.
- Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Ensure all documentation is complete.
- Submission Deadline: 31-12-2024.
Important Information
- Government/Semi-Government Employees: Must apply through the proper channel, including an NOC from their current department.
- Contractual Position: Purely contractual, non-pensionable, with no long-term benefits and will not be converted into a permanent position.
- Cancellation Rights: LESCO reserves the right to withhold or cancel the recruitment process at any stage without assigning any reason.
- Equal Opportunity Employer: LESCO is committed to an inclusive workplace.
Contact Information: Human Resource Director, DMPR#89(2024-25)
Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO)
PID(L) 1690/24
22-A Queens Road, Lahore
Ph: 042-99204811