Legal Advisor

Overview

FBR aims to strengthen its legal operations by hiring qualified legal advisors to assist the Directorate of Law & Prosecution Customs Karachi and Customs Collectorates at Karachi. These advisors will support in ensuring effective legal compliance for improved litigation outcomes. They will be required to guide field officers in legal matters and prepare quality submissions before legal forums.

Scope of Work

• Assisting Directorate of Law & Prosecution Customs Karachi and Customs Collectorates at Karachi in preparation of legal submissions and representation in appellate forums.
• Conducting legal research on complex Customs matters.
• Reviewing and advising on notices, replies, and orders.
• Supporting Customs officials in litigation and legal risk management.
• Preparing periodic reports on legal proceedings and outcomes.
• Liaising with field formations on legal matters and developing summaries of important cases.
• Assisting in the systematic review and classification of pending litigation based on value, complexity, and legal merit to facilitate strategic prioritization and early disposal.
• Drafting dispute settlement proposals and assisting in negotiations for ADR cases.
• Pleading cases before High Courts, CAT and FTO including representation to the President of Pakistan in FTO Cases only when specifically assigned by the concerned Directorates of Law & Prosecution Customs.
• Performing any other legal tasks assigned by the concerned Directorates Law & Prosecution Customs Karachi.

Qualification and Experience

Academic Qualification: LLB from a recognized university.
Professional Experience: At least 5 years of High Court post-qualification experience, preferably in customs law.
Licensing: Enrolled Advocate eligible to appear before the High Courts.

Pay and Remuneration

• Legal Advisors will be hired on a full-time, contractual basis.
• Monthly remuneration shall be in the range of PKR 300,000/-, based on qualifications and experience.
• The final remuneration will be determined by FBR in consultation with the Selection Committee.

Duration of Contract and Monitoring

Duration of Contract: Initial engagement shall be for a one-year period, extendable by Directorates Law & Prosecution Customs Karachi based on performance and requirement.
Monitoring & Reporting: Legal Advisors will report directly to the Directorate of Law & Prosecution Customs Karachi. They will submit monthly progress reports outlining activities undertaken, cases supported, and outcomes achieved.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are required to apply and send their applications along with CV, copy of CNIC, High Court enrolment card, Academic credentials, list of reported / un-reported judgments to the Office of the Chief Collector of Customs Appraisement (South), 8th Floor Customs House, Karachi within 07 days of publication of this advertisement.

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