Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan
Pakistan’s capital-market regulator is hiring senior legal talent. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has opened 7 contractual positions in its Prosecution & Civil Litigation Department, ranging from Deputy Director to Director. The posts are spread across Karachi, Islamabad and Lahore, and experienced High Court advocates with a corporate-litigation background should apply online — the last date is 6 November 2026.
Highlights: 7 senior legal posts | Director to Deputy Director ranks | Karachi, Islamabad & Lahore | 3-year contract (extendable) | LLB/LLM + High Court advocacy required | Deadline: 6 November 2026
SECP Jobs 2026 – Quick Facts
| Organization | Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) — apex regulator of capital markets and the corporate sector |
| Department | Prosecution & Civil Litigation |
| Total Vacancies | 7 (Director ×1 Karachi; Additional Director ×1 Islamabad; Joint Director ×2 Islamabad; Deputy Director ×2 Islamabad; Deputy Director ×1 Lahore) |
| Employment Type | Contract — initial 3 years, extendable on performance |
| Qualification | LLB or LLM from an HEC-recognized university; enrolled Advocate of the High Court |
| Experience | 6–15 years of relevant post-qualification experience (higher for Director); minimum 2 years with a regulator preferred |
| Age Limit | Maximum 40–50 years on the closing date, depending on the post |
| How to Apply | Online only at secp.gov.pk/careers |
| Last Date to Apply | 6 November 2026 (within 15 days of the 22 October advertisement) |
Who Can Apply for These SECP Legal Posts?
These are executive-level roles for seasoned lawyers: an LLB or LLM from an HEC-recognized university plus active enrollment as an Advocate of the High Court. Bar-at-Law or LLM qualifications and experience in corporate litigation, white-collar prosecution or regulatory practice carry preference. Female candidates and applicants from Balochistan, ex-FATA districts, Gilgit-Baltistan and AJK are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
- Open the official SECP careers portal at secp.gov.pk/careers.
- Select the post you qualify for and complete the online application.
- Submit within 15 days of the advertisement — the deadline is 6 November 2026.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview; bring original documents on the day. No TA/DA is admissible.
Last Date to Apply: 6 November 2026
FAQs
Q: What is the contract duration?
A: An initial three-year contract, extendable or regularizable on performance.
Q: Online or by post?
A: Online only via the SECP careers portal — paper or emailed applications are not entertained.
⚠️ Fraud alert: SECP never charges any fee and never hires through private agents. Apply only on the official secp.gov.pk careers portal and never pay anyone for a job offer or interview call.
To apply for this job please visit www.secp.gov.pk.