Assistant Consultant (Research) (MP-III)

About This Job

The Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of Pakistan, has advertised one position for Assistant Consultant (Research) at the MP-III scale, posted on the National Jobs Portal on 2 October 2026. The role sits within the Ministry's legal and legislative wing in Islamabad and focuses on research support for legal opinions, policy review, and legislative drafting work carried out by the department.

Applicants are required to hold a foreign or local LLB degree, or Barrister-at-Law or Solicitor credentials, together with a minimum of five years' experience in legal and legislative matters gained in the public or private sector. Preferred skills include experience drafting or reviewing conventions, agreements, memoranda of understanding, and contracts, an understanding of international law, and prior legislative drafting exposure. The upper age limit is 62 years as of the closing date, and the Ministry has stated that candidates with public-sector experience will be prioritized, followed by those from state-run corporations, and then candidates from reputable private corporations.

Candidates can apply online by logging into the National Jobs Portal (njp.gov.pk) with a PAK-ID verified account and submitting the application before the closing date of 15 October 2026. The advertisement does not mention any application fee or a specific salary figure beyond the stated MP-III pay scale. Interested candidates should ensure their NJP profile is complete and should submit well ahead of the deadline.

Job Information

Commission / Board

NJP

Place of posting

Anywhere in Federal

City

Islamabad

Postal Code

44000

Domicile

All Punjab Basis

Age (Male)

18–62 years

Age (Female)

18–62 years

Salary / BPS

MP-III Scale (contract basis, as per Federal Government MP Scale Policy)

Advt. date

2 October 2026

Last date

15 October 2026

Qualification Required

• Qualification: Foreign or Local LLB, Barrister-at-Law, or Solicitor credentials.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in legal and legislative matters in the public or private sector; experience drafting/reviewing conventions, agreements, MOUs and contracts, understanding of international law, and legislative drafting experience preferred.

Posts Breakdown

Important Dates

1. Advertisement Published2 October 2026
2. Last Date to Apply15 October 2026

How to Apply

1. Visit njp.gov.pk and log in or sign up with a PAK-ID verified account.
2. Open the Assistant Consultant (Research) (MP-III) listing and click Login to Apply.
3. Complete and submit the application form before the closing date of 15 October 2026.

Additional Details

Selection Note

Candidates having experience in the public sector will be given preference, followed by state-run corporations/entities, and then private corporations of repute.

Share This Job

Know someone eligible for this post? Share it with them.