Deputy General Manager (Legal, Corporate Affairs & Compliance)

1. Position Summary

The Deputy General Manager (Legal, Corporate Affairs & Compliance) will lead the company’s legal advisory, corporate governance, and compliance functions in line with Companies Act 2017, SOE Act 2023, and other applicable laws/regulations. The position will also support the Board of Directors and Committees by providing secretarial and governance services.

2. Key Responsibilities

a. Legal Advisory & Risk Management

• Provide legal advice on corporate, commercial, regulatory, and contractual matters.
• Draft, vet, and review contracts, agreements, MoUs, and property/asset-related documents.
• Manage litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution by liaising with external counsel.
• Ensure company actions are compliant with applicable laws, regulations, and directives.

b. Corporate Affairs & Governance

• Support the Board of Directors and Committees by preparing agenda, notices, working papers, and minutes.
• Ensure compliance with SOE Act 2023, SECP directives, and corporate governance best practices.
• Maintain statutory registers and ensure timely filing of returns with SECP and other regulators.
• Facilitate Board evaluations, disclosures, and governance reporting.

c. Compliance Oversight

• Establish and monitor compliance framework across the company in line with legal, regulatory, and internal control requirements.
• Coordinate with internal audit, external audit, and regulators for inspections, disclosures, and compliance reporting.
• Develop policies and standard operating procedures to strengthen transparency and accountability.

d. Company Secretariat (Acting/Successor Role)

• Assist Company Secretary in maintaining Board records, resolutions, and communication between management and directors.
• Ensure confidentiality and integrity of all Board-level matters.

e. Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with SECP, State Bank of Pakistan (for relevant compliance), Ministry of Finance/Privatisation Commission, and other government/regulatory bodies.
• Manage relationships with external law firms, advisors, and consultants.
• Provide guidance to management teams on governance, compliance, and legal risks.

3. Qualifications & Experience

Education:

• Bar at Law / LLB (Hons) / LLB / LLM from an HEC-recognized institution.
• Corporate governance / company secretarial certification (e.g., ICSP, ICSA, or equivalent) will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, with at least 05 years in a senior legal/compliance or company secretarial role.
• Experience in public sector enterprises, regulators, or large corporates preferred.

Maximum Age:

45 years

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of corporate and commercial law, Companies Act 2017, SECP regulations, and public sector governance frameworks.
• Expertise in corporate secretarial functions, board administration, and governance compliance.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and litigation management skills.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and advisory skills.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

4. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timeliness and accuracy of Board/Committee support (agendas, minutes, filings).
• Compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Quality and effectiveness of legal risk management and dispute resolution.
• Development and enforcement of compliance framework across PIAHCL.
• Stakeholder satisfaction (Board, regulators, auditors).

5. Remuneration & Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Benefits as per company policy and market best practices.