Description

• This is an On-site position in Karachi*

Job Overview: We are looking for a highly skilled attorney to both support our U.S.-based legal team and represent client in Pakistan as their legal counsel while we work to establish an office in Karachi. This position will involve both in-house and client-facing work. The successful candidate will be expected to aid client’s legal team with internal matters as well as provide support for a U.S. - based law firm’s client projects.

The ideal candidate will be extremely detail-oriented, adaptable, and eager to learn, and possess a strong commitment to protecting the interests of our clients and our company. Exceptional research, writing, analytical and communication skills are a must. The successful candidate must demonstrate professionalism, determination, and a well-rounded understanding of legal matters. Candidates possessing knowledge of both Pakistan and American law will be given preference.

Job Duties:
• Communicate promptly and effectively with client’s legal team.
• Work closely with fellow attorneys on both client and internal company matters.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, while ensuring all deadlines are adhered to.
• Draft and review contracts and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research on Texas law, U.S. federal law, and Pakistan law principles.
• Analyze legal documents and summarize/theorize key issues and risks.
• Educate and advise legal team on Pakistan-specific legal and compliance matters.

Skills Required:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills with an advanced ability to manage, prioritize, and complete a high volume

and wide range of ongoing projects.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organization.
• Proactive self-starter who takes initiative without needing to be told or requiring excessive supervision.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Sound and practical business judgment.
• Strict adherence to the ethical duties of the legal profession.
• Familiarity with U.S. law is a plus.

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Laws (LL. B.) degree is required.
• Must be licensed to practice law in Pakistan.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working with a U.S. team and/or exposure to American law is preferred.

Benefits: Competitive market salary, Medical Insurance (self, spouse, and children), Provident Fund, Fuel Allowance, Outpatient Allowance, and EOBI.

Shift Time: 7:00 pm PKT - 3:00 am PKT

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Rs75,000.00 - Rs110,000.00 per month

Ability to Commute:
• Karachi (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
• Karachi: Relocate before starting work (Required)