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 authority is seeking an Associate Consultant (Legal) to draft and vet legal documents, prepare case briefs, and conduct legal research. Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and have at least three years of experience in legal matters, especially in Telecom and Broadcasting Regulatory issues. The position is contractual with a maximum age limit of 30 years. Initial engagement is for one year and may be extended based on performance.

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

• Drafting and vetting regulations, tariff orders, directions, and legal documents.
• Preparation of case briefs and assisting in litigation management.
• Attendance at court proceedings (physical/virtual).

Skills

Legal research

Drafting and vetting regulations

Coordination with Advocates

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Tools

SCC Online

Manupatra

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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