General Manager (Legal, Corporate Affairs & Compliance)

Position Title: General Manager (Legal, Corporate Affairs & Compliance)
Entity: PIA Holding Company Limited (PIAHCL)
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Board of Directors (through CEO)
Location: Head Office - Islamabad
Grade/Level: Senior Management

1. Position Summary

The General Manager (Legal, Corporate Affairs & Compliance) will lead the company's legal advisory, corporate governance, and compliance functions in line with the 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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

• Bar at Law / LLB (Hons) / LLB / LLM / 16 years of education from an HEC-recognized institution.
• Corporate governance / company secretarial certification (e.g., ICSP, ICSA, or equivalent) will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 15 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:

50 years

Skills & Competencies:

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

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).

Remuneration & Benefits

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