Career Level: Senior Officer
Grade: Band-12 to Band-11
Number of Positions: 01
The Bank of Punjab (BOP) is one of Pakistan’s fastest-growing banks, with more than 35 years of banking experience and a network of 900+ branches across the country. The Bank provides a wide range of premium banking services with a strong focus on customer value, innovation, and advanced banking solutions.
As part of its continued growth and progression strategy, BOP is seeking an experienced, dedicated, and performance-driven professional for its Litigation Division within the Legal Group.
Job Purpose
The Senior Officer Litigation – North will be responsible for effectively managing the Bank’s litigation portfolio, protecting its legal interests, handling court proceedings, and providing legal support across relevant business and operational functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and handle the Bank’s litigation portfolio to protect its rights and legal interests.
- Review and vet plaints, suits, petitions, replications, writ petitions, appeals, representations, and other legal documents.
- Handle the Bank’s matters before courts and judicial or quasi-judicial forums.
- Provide legal support in settlement and compromise agreements within the applicable legal framework.
- Provide legal assistance to SAM, Operations, and other relevant functions in contentious matters.
- Coordinate with external legal counsels to ensure proper representation and protection of the Bank’s interests.
- Liaise with Business Units and Relationship Managers to ensure timely provision of information, documents, and instructions to external counsel.
- Attend important proceedings before subordinate and superior courts and other judicial or quasi-judicial forums.
- Prepare case briefs and support effective case management.
- Assist the MIS team in improving and maintaining litigation portfolio reporting and records.
- Provide assistance to the Chief Legal Officer, Head of Litigation, and management in day-to-day legal matters.
- Monitor ongoing litigation and ensure timely follow-up on court proceedings and related legal matters.
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification
- Minimum LLB or relevant degree from an HEC-recognized local or foreign university/institute.
Experience
- Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of banking laws is required.
Age Limit
- Maximum 50 years as of the date of application.
Key Skills
- Banking & Financial Laws
- Litigation Management
- Legal Documentation & Vetting
- Court Proceedings
- Legal Research & Analysis
- Case Management
- Judicial & Quasi-Judicial Matters
- Negotiation & Settlement Support
- External Counsel Coordination
- Legal Reporting & Documentation
Important Information
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
- No TA/DA will be admissible for the interview.
- The Bank of Punjab reserves the right to accept or reject any application(s) without assigning any reason.
- BOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Females, minorities, differently abled persons (DAP), and transgender candidates are encouraged to apply.
- The position offers market-based competitive remuneration.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply online through the official BOP Careers Portal before the closing date.
BOP Phone Banking: 111-267-200
🔎 Source: Official Careers Portal
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