Legal Counsel

Job Description

BE A PART OF A REVOLUTIONARY CHANGE!At PMI, we?ve chosen to do something incredible. We?re totally transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose ? to deliver a smoke-free future.With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, wherever you join us, you?ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions.Were looking for a Legal Counsel based at our head office in Karachi, Pakistan. Bring us your curiosity and a desire to challenge the everyday routine, and we?ll give you lots of responsibility. You?ll help us improve, inject innovation and build new ways of working that span the whole world.PURPOSEManage legal aspects of the business of PMIs Pakistan Affiliate including any local, regional or global projects or assignments as defined/matters assigned by the Supervisor and certain Region or Affiliate project teams, and to assist the Supervisor in the implementation of departmental practices and objectives. This position works with the Pakistan management to reach business objectives in a manner consistent with all relevant laws, regulations and internal policies & practices, reporting to (Senior Counsel (Pakistan) & AGC West Asia II) within an established framework including review against defined targets.ACCOUNTABILITIES?Provide timely and accurate legal analysis with risk assessment, prepare legal updates and reports, presentations and documentation in a wide variety of management or departmental initiatives and manage other legal matters related but not limited to commercial, litigation, corporate governance, Intellectual Property, HR, IR, competition law and compliance to reach business objectives in a manner consistent with intentions of business, all relevant laws, regulations and internal policies & practices.?Collaborate with other PMI Law department members to ensure internal reporting and compliance with policy requirements are met and consistent with requirements and schedules and contribute to the development of the PMI Law Department.?Support the Supervisor in the review of business proposals for consistency with laws, company policies & practices and the terms of the proposed transactions. To follow developments in the Affiliate?s business to pre-empt and identify legal issues for keeping management informed for timely resolution.?Assisting in setting, and managing, budgets for the Law Department.?Ensure that all contracts, agreements and other matters relating to Pakistans business protect its interests, support its business plans, and are in compliance with applicable law as well as PMI policies and guidelines.?To assist Supervisor in the implementation of the departmental plans and objectives.?To remain current and knowledgeable with respect to current and pending legislation, case law and administrative regulations pertinent to subject matter areas/matters assigned and providing accurate and timely information to Management and supervisor in relation to relevant legal developments.?Participate in local, regional or global projects, ensuring that their decisions and recommendations protect the legal interests of the company, and execute decisions to achieve objectives on a timely basis.?Provide trainings according to the PMIs policies and practices. Support PMI and Regional Law in providing trainings.WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION?4-6 years of relevant experience?Excellent presentation and analytical skills, fluent oral communication and superior writing skills for communication in clear, short, succinct and easily comprehensible manner, proficiency in Power point.WHAT PMI OFFERS?We?re international. Our global workforce of more than 70,000 and our employees speak more than 80 languages?We?re flexible. your work fits you and not the other way round, thanks to our Flexible Work Arrangement Program?We?re a certified top employer! This position will advance your experience with innovative technologies, services, and processes. Backed by an attractive salary and compensation package, you will work in a professional environment and team members from all over the world. PMI is the first multinational company in Switzerland to acquire the Equal-Salary label.?PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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