The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has announced career opportunities for experienced legal professionals in its Prosecution and Civil Litigation Department. These contractual positions are suitable for qualified lawyers with strong legal expertise, courtroom experience, and a background in corporate litigation or regulatory matters.
According to the supplied advertisement, vacancies are available in Karachi, Islamabad, and Lahore. Applicants must hold an LL.B. or LL.M. degree from an HEC-recognized university and meet the relevant High Court advocacy experience, post-qualification experience, and age requirements for their chosen position.
The appointments will initially be for three years, with the possibility of extension based on organizational needs and performance.
SECP Jobs 2026 – Vacancies and Locations
The advertisement lists the following positions:
Position
Location
Vacancies
Director – Prosecution & Civil Litigation
Karachi
1
Additional Director – Prosecution & Civil Litigation
Islamabad
1
Joint Director – Prosecution & Civil Litigation
Islamabad
2
Deputy Director – Prosecution & Civil Litigation
Islamabad
2
Deputy Director – Prosecution & Civil Litigation
Lahore
1
Total
Three cities
7
Eligibility Criteria and Experience
1. Director – Karachi
Qualification: LL.B. or LL.M. from an HEC-recognized university.
High Court advocacy experience: At least 13 years.
Relevant post-qualification experience: At least 15 years.
Maximum age: 50 years.
2. Additional Director – Islamabad
Qualification: LL.B. or LL.M.
High Court advocacy experience: At least 10 years.
Relevant post-qualification experience: At least 12 years.
Maximum age: 45 years.
3. Joint Director – Islamabad
Qualification: LL.B. or LL.M.
High Court advocacy experience: At least 8 years.
Relevant post-qualification experience: At least 10 years.
Maximum age: 45 years.
4. Deputy Director – Islamabad and Lahore
Qualification: LL.B. or LL.M.
High Court advocacy experience: At least 4 years.
Relevant post-qualification experience: At least 6 years, including four years as a High Court advocate.
Maximum age: 40 years.
Candidates with Bar-at-Law qualifications, an LL.M. degree, and experience in regulatory bodies, companies, corporate litigation, and prosecution may receive preference where specified.
Key Terms and Benefits
Contract duration: Three years, extendable subject to organizational needs and performance.
Selection: Multi-stage evaluation process.
Shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Equal opportunity: Applications are encouraged from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and candidates from underrepresented regions.
The advertisement also provides a possible five-year age relaxation for Deputy Director applicants with at least three years of experience working with a regulator, subject to the stated conditions.
Find the relevant Prosecution and Civil Litigation Department vacancy.
Read the detailed terms of reference for the position.
Complete the application process and provide the required educational, professional, and experience details.
Submit the application within the prescribed deadline.
Last date to apply: Within 15 days of the advertisement's publication. Check the official notice to confirm the exact closing date.
For recruitment queries, the advertisement lists the contact number +92 51 919 5444.
Conclusion
SECP Jobs 2026 offer experienced legal professionals an opportunity to pursue senior contractual roles in Pakistan's corporate regulatory sector. Eligible lawyers who meet the qualification, experience, and age requirements should review the official advertisement and apply within the prescribed period.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the supplied advertisement. Applicants should verify vacancy availability, application instructions, and the closing date through the official SECP website before applying.
