Posted on: July 19, 2026 | Organization: Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA-G) | Location: Islamabad
Central Power Purchasing Agency Guarantee Limited (CPPA-G), a non-profit independent company established under the Company Ordinance 1984 and a company of the Government of Pakistan, has announced exciting job opportunities for legal professionals. CPPA-G deals in electric power procurement on behalf of distribution companies, billing and settlement, and competitive market development facilitation.
The company is looking for aspiring and talented professionals to join its winning team with market-based salary and fringe benefits in a conducive working environment.
Available Positions
CPPA-G is hiring for the following two positions in its Legal Department:
- 1. Manager Legal
- 2. Assistant Manager Legal
Eligibility Criteria
1. Manager Legal
- Required Qualification: Bachelors of Law LL.B. (Masters of Law LL.M or Bar at Law will have an additional advantage)
- Professional Experience: Minimum of Twelve (12) years of post-qualification experience and must be enrolled as an Advocate of the High Court. Candidates with experience in contractual and regulatory matters in the Power Sector will have an added advantage.
- Age Limit: Up to 45 years at the closing date of advertisement.
2. Assistant Manager Legal
- Required Qualification: Bachelors of Law LL.B. (Masters of Law LL.M or Bar at Law will have an additional advantage)
- Professional Experience: Minimum of Three (03) years of post-qualification experience and must be enrolled as an Advocate of the High Court. Candidates with experience in contractual and regulatory matters in the Power Sector will have an added advantage.
- Age Limit: Up to 35 years at the closing date of advertisement.
- Written Test: Written Test will be conducted only for the post of Assistant Manager Legal. Passing Marks in Written Test will be 60%.
Detailed TORs for Manager Legal
As per the official Terms of Reference (TORs), the key skills and responsibilities include:
Skills Requirements:
- Detailed understanding of different basic laws, statutory documents, NEPRA Act, power sector related laws, licenses terms & conditions for key power market players
- Experience of advising or representing in judicial review proceedings
- Comprehensive knowledge of developing energy / power purchase agreements
- Comprehensive knowledge of international commercial arbitration
- Understanding of energy sector litigation
- Strong legal research acumen, drafting, and advocacy skills
- Strong English language comprehension, financial reporting, and computer skills particularly MS Office
- Business Process, Problem Solving & decision-making, Analytical, Negotiation, Influencing, Communication, Project scheduling, Leadership, Supervision & Teambuilding skills
Areas of Responsibility:
a) Legal Support: Assisting the Chief Legal Officer / Chief Executive Officer in rendering opinions on applicable Laws, special assignments, legal compliance, litigation management, and providing legal counseling on all matters.
b) Litigation Support: Assisting in defining standardized process for initiating litigation by and against CPPA-G, monitoring cases in litigation and arbitration, vetting drafts of plaints, replies, petitions, appeals and other court papers, and liaising with the panel lawyers.
c) Purchase Agreements: Assisting in developing, negotiating, and finalizing energy / power purchase agreements.
d) External Counsel: Providing necessary guidance / instructions to external counsel / law firms and monitoring progress of cases as delegated by CEO / CLO.
General Instructions
- Candidates already in Government service should apply through proper channel / obtaining NOC from respective departments. Otherwise, their candidature will not be accepted.
- All applicants are advised to read and understand the detailed TORs/Job Descriptions available at Ots.org.pk and cppa.gov.pk & only submit applications if they are meeting the given eligibility criteria.
- Only successful candidates will be contacted by CPPA-G for the further process of recruitment.
- Information provided will be verified. In case of any false information, the company reserves the right to cancel candidature even after employment.
- CPPA-G reserves the right to cancel recruitment process at any time without any prior intimation.
- We are an equal opportunity employer (Female Candidates are encouraged to apply)
- Place of Posting is Islamabad.
- Advertisement is also available on Prime Minister National Job Portal / National Employment Exchange Tool (NEXT) website https://jobs.gov.pk
How to Apply
- Online Application Forms are available on Open Testing Service (OTS) website at the given link: https://ots.org.pk/projects.php
- Applicants must apply online not later than 05 August 2026.
- Open Testing Service will not be responsible for late application submission.
- Applications submitted by hand shall not be received.
- Candidates are requested to submit online required documents i.e., NOC (if applicable), Educational & Experience Certificates, Professional Certifications/Diploma's proof or any other document as required by OTS, failing which, application shall be rejected.
Don't Miss This Opportunity!
If you have an LLB degree and High Court enrollment with relevant power sector experience, apply before the deadline through OTS.
PID(I)3472/26 | Source: CPPA-G Official Advertisement via OTS
