General Counsel and Company Secretary
Pakistan·KarachimidLegal & ComplianceCompany Secretary
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Legal & ComplianceCompany Secretary
Requirements
~1 min read- At least seven (7) years' relevant post-qualification experience in a reputable law firm or the legal/company secretarial function of a regulated financial institution or major corporate organisation.
- Sound knowledge of corporate and commercial law, the Companies Act, SECP regulations, NBFC requirements and corporate governance.
- Experience of drafting and negotiating complex commercial and financial documents, preferably for guarantees, infrastructure finance, credit enhancement or capital markets.
- Experience of supporting Boards and committees, preparing papers and minutes, maintaining statutory records and monitoring governance obligations.
- Strong analytical, drafting, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills, with integrity, independence, discretion and sound professional judgment.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- Advise business team on the legal structuring, documentation, negotiation and execution of guarantee transactions and related arrangements, including term sheets, guarantee agreements and commercial contracts.
- Identify legal risks in proposed transactions, ensure appropriate contractual protections and advise on compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
- Wherever required, coordinate with external legal counsel for transactions, including appointments, scope of work, fees, timelines and quality of advice.
- Act as Company Secretary to the Board and relevant committees, ensuring compliance with applicable law and the Company's governance framework.
- Coordinate Board and committee calendars, agendas and timely circulation of papers; attend meetings, prepare minutes and resolutions, and track action points.
- Manage Board and shareholder communications and maintain statutory registers, corporate records and governance documents.
- Ensure timely statutory filings and monitor compliance with the shareholders' agreement, Board approved policies, committee terms of reference and other governance requirements.
- Provide practical legal advice on the Company's business, operations, contracts, employment matters and strategic initiatives.
- Identify and assess legal risks, recommend appropriate mitigation measures, and advise the Management on potential liabilities, contractual exposures and dispute-resolution options.
- Provide legal support on HR, employment, confidentiality and other operational matters, and review internal policies and procedures from a legal perspective.
- Maintain legal templates, executed agreements and regulatory correspondence ensuring proper documentation and accessibility.
Location & Eligibility
Where is the job
Karachi, Pakistan
On-site at the office
Who can apply
PK
About this job
- Who can apply
- Pakistan
- Posted
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Listing Details
- First seen
- October 19, 2026
- Last seen
- October 19, 2026
Posting Health
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- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 56%
- Scored at
- October 19, 2026
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