The Higher Education Commission (HEC) invites applications from legal practitioners for the post of Law Officer (PPS-08) under the PSDP development project "Overseas Scholarship for Ph.D in Selected Fields (Phase-III)" at HEC Headquarters, Islamabad.
Role Overview and Legal Responsibilities
The Law Officer provides specialized legal guidance, contract oversight, and litigation handling for international scholarship initiatives. Duties include:
- Drafting and vetting legal deeds, surety bonds, guarantees, and contractual agreements with scholarship recipients and partner institutions.
- Handling default cases, legal notices, recovery proceedings, and arbitration matters.
- Preparing parawise comments, writ responses, and legal briefs for court hearings in High Courts and the Supreme Court.
- Advising project leadership on legal compliance, regulatory governance, and statutory service rules.
Candidate Profile and Eligibility Nuances
Applicants must possess an LLB degree from an HEC-recognized university and a minimum of five (05) years of verified practice as an advocate in corporate, civil, or service law. Candidates must demonstrate excellent written and oral legal drafting abilities alongside strong MS Office proficiency. The upper age limit is 50 years. The post is reserved under Punjab Quota (01 Post).
Compensation and Appointment Terms
The position is purely contractual under Project Pay Scale (PPS-08) offering an all-inclusive pay package of Rs. 295,320/- per month. Contractual engagement under project funding does not confer any claim to permanent regular status in HEC.
How to Apply (Online Application Process)
Candidates must apply online via the official HEC careers portal at https://careers.hec.gov.pk on or before October 14, 2026. Hard copies of CVs are not required at this stage.
Important Instructions
Government servants must apply through proper administrative channels. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for testing/interview. No TA/DA is admissible for appearing in test or interview.