The National Tariff Commission (NTC) invites applications for the contract position of Legal Assistant at its headquarters in Islamabad under advertisement reference PID(I)2711/26 to assist the Commission legal wing in managing litigation, appellate proceedings, and statutory trade remedy inquiries.
Role Overview and Responsibilities
The Legal Assistant supports NTC legal counsels in drafting formal responses, pleadings, and submissions before High Courts, appellate tribunals, and competent forums. Key responsibilities include maintaining case diaries of court proceedings, tracking litigation timelines, conducting comparative legal research on domestic trade laws and WTO Agreements, assisting in the legal review of anti-dumping and countervailing duty investigations, and maintaining updated statutory law databases and case compilations.
Candidate Profile and Eligibility Nuances
Applicants must be graduates, with strong preference accorded to Law Graduates (LLB) from an HEC-recognized university. Candidates should possess sound understanding of administrative law, civil litigation procedures, legal drafting, and institutional research skills.
Nature of Appointment and Terms
The position is offered on a contract basis initially for 1 to 2 years, extendable year on year subject to satisfactory performance evaluation. Performance-linked annual increments between 5 percent and 15 percent apply.
How to Apply
Pakistani nationals meeting the requisite eligibility criteria should submit their application online through the National Job Portal (NJP) at www.njp.gov.pk by 9 October 2026.
Important Instructions
Only shortlisted applicants will be called for interview by the Selection Committee in Islamabad. Original degrees and attested copies must be furnished during verification. No TA/DA will be paid.