RECRUITMENT NOTIFICATION – ASSOCIATE CONSULTANT (LEGAL)

Thementorshipproject; New Delhi; On-site; INR 81,244 - 97,315; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transport Allowance: ₹ 8,000/- per month

Job summary

A regulatory body is seeking an Associate Consultant (Legal) in New Delhi. This role involves drafting legal documents, managing litigation, and conducting legal research. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience in legal matters, preferably related to telecom regulations. Proficiency in legal databases and MS Office is essential. The position is contractual for an initial term of one year, extendable based on performance and requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in legal matters.
• Exposure to regulatory laws and handling of court cases.
• Experience in Telecom and Broadcasting Regulatory matters.

Responsibilities

• Draft and vet regulations and legal documents.
• Prepare case briefs and assist in litigation management.
• Conduct legal research on regulatory frameworks.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting legal documents

Coordination with advocates

Proficiency in MS Word and Excel

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Tools

Legal databases (SCC Online, Manupatra)

General computer operations

Job description

RECRUITMENT NOTIFICATION – ASSOCIATE CONSULTANT (LEGAL)!

Location:

Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in legal matters

Eligibility: Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

About the Organisation

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is a statutory body established under the TRAI Act, 1997, to regulate telecommunication services, protect consumer and service provider interests, and ensure orderly growth of the telecom sector. Since 2004, TRAI has also been entrusted with regulatory functions relating to the Broadcasting and Cable Services sector.

Name of the Post

Division: Legal Division
Place of Posting: TRAI Headquarters, New Delhi
Nature of Engagement: Contractual

Number of Vacancies

Total Vacancies: 02 (Two)(Vacancies are tentative; a reserve panel may be prepared.)

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Regulatory Law / Communication Engineering
• Working knowledge of legal databases such as SCC Online, Manupatra
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and general computer operations

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in legal matters
• Exposure to regulatory laws and handling of court cases
• Experience in Telecom and Broadcasting Regulatory matters

Nature of Duties & Responsibilities

The Associate Consultant (Legal) shall, inter alia, perform the following duties:

• Drafting and vetting regulations, tariff orders, directions, and legal documents
• Preparation of case briefs and assisting in litigation management
• Coordination with Advocates, Retainer Counsels, Advocate-on-Record, and Senior Advocates
• Legal research on regulatory frameworks (India & abroad)
• Case law research for matters involving TRAI
• Maintenance of court-wise and category-wise litigation databases
• Providing legal inputs using online legal databases
• Attending court proceedings (physical/virtual)
• Any other work assigned by senior officers

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 30 years
  (As on the date of issue of vacancy circular)

Remuneration

• Transport Allowance: ₹ 8,000/- per month (Fixed)
• No DA, HRA, or other allowances shall be admissible.

Tenure of Engagement

• Initial engagement for one (1) year
• Extendable on annual basis, subject to performance and requirement, up to a maximum of four (4) years

Selection Process

• Selection will be based on educational qualifications, experience, and interview/interaction with the Selection Committee
• The decision of TRAI shall be final and binding

Applications sent through post/email will not be accepted.

Vacancy Circular No. C-08/2025–26
F. No. A-25/4/(37)/2025-HR (E-18303)
Dated: 11 December 2025

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