National Tariff Commission (NTC) · Federal Trade & Tariff Regulator · Recruitment 2026

Legal Assistant Jobs at NTC Pakistan

NTC is hiring a Legal Assistant to support trade defence and tariff-related functions at its Islamabad office, on a contract basis.

📋 Job Summary

Legal Assistant Jobs at NTC Pakistan. The National Tariff Commission is Pakistan’s apex trade defence and tariff regulatory authority, responsible for implementing trade defence laws under the Anti-dumping Duties Act 2015, the Countervailing Duties Act 2015, and the Safeguard Measures Ordinance 2002, in conformity with WTO Agreements. NTC also advises the Federal Government on Customs tariff matters under the NTC Act 2015 to strengthen the competitiveness of domestic industry.

Through this recruitment drive, NTC is hiring specialized economic and legal professionals to support trade defence investigations, tariff impact analysis, and litigation before courts and appellate forums. These are contract-based positions offering a lump-sum salary with annual performance-based increments, along with direct exposure to Pakistan’s trade policy and regulatory decision-making at the federal level.

⚖️ Legal Research & Litigation Support

📞 Contact Information

National Tariff Commission (NTC)

Recruitment handled via the National Job Portal (NJP).

🌐 Website: https://www.njp.gov.pk/jobs/live

Q: What is the last date to apply for Legal Assistant at NTC?

Applications must be submitted online through the National Job Portal (NJP) by 10 October 2026, within 15 days of publication.

Q: What does a Legal Assistant do at NTC?

This role supports legal research, drafting, and litigation matters related to trade defence investigations before courts and appellate forums.

Q: What qualification is required for the Legal Assistant position?

A graduate degree, preferably in Law, from an HEC-recognized institution is required.

Q: Is prior experience required for this Legal Assistant role?

Relevant legal research or litigation support experience is preferred, counted after obtaining the required qualification.

Q: What kind of legal matters does this role support?

The role supports anti-dumping, countervailing duty, and safeguard investigation matters, along with related trade law research.

Q: What is the contract term and salary structure for this role?

This is a contract position for 1-2 years, extendable based on performance, with a lump-sum salary and an annual increase of 5% to 15%.

Q: Can government employees apply for this position?

Yes, but government employees must apply through the proper channel along with a No Objection Certificate (NOC).

Q: What does a Legal Assistant do in a trade regulatory body?

They support legal research, drafting, and litigation matters related to trade defence investigations and appellate proceedings.

Q: What qualifications are needed for legal assistant jobs in Pakistan?

A law degree from an HEC-recognized institution is preferred, along with strong legal research and drafting skills.

Q: How do I apply for NTC Legal Assistant jobs 2026?

Applications are submitted online through the National Job Portal (NJP), Pakistan’s official government job application platform.

Q: What laws does an NTC Legal Assistant typically work with?

Trade defence laws including the Anti-dumping Duties Act 2015, Countervailing Duties Act 2015, Safeguard Measures Ordinance 2002, and related WTO agreements.

Q: Is Legal Assistant a good entry point into trade law careers?

Yes, it provides specialized exposure to trade defence litigation and regulatory law that is uncommon in general legal practice.

Q: Does this role involve maintaining legal records?

Yes, the role includes maintaining legal databases, research repositories, and case-law compilations for the Legal Wing.

Apply before the last date via NJP only. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No TA/DA admissible.