Staff Selection Commission – Young Professional Recruitment

Thementorshipproject; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 609,336 - 729,864; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly remuneration of ₹60,000

5% increases if extended

1.5 days leave per month

Travel reimbursement for domestic tours

Job summary

A government recruiting agency in Bengaluru seeks a Young Professional (Legal Consultant) for a contractual role. This position involves litigation management, drafting legal documents, and liaising with the Law Ministry. Ideal candidates must have a Graduate Degree in Law with strong drafting and communication skills. The role offers a monthly remuneration of ₹60,000 with potential increments. Applications must be submitted by April 30, 2026.

Qualifications

• A Graduate Degree in Law from recognized law schools with a minimum of 60% marks.
• One year of experience in drafting legal documents and handling recruitment or CAT matters is desirable.
• Upper age limit is 32 years.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and monitoring databases for pending cases.
• Preparing legal documents such as petitions and affidavits.
• Reviewing notices of examination and results.
• Obtaining legal opinions from the Law Ministry.
• Liaising with various legal departments.

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Communication skills in English

Education

Graduate Degree in Law

Job description

Salary

A consolidated monthly fee of ₹60,000.

Experience

One year of experience in drafting legal documents and handling recruitment or CAT matters is desirable.

Eligibility

A Graduate Degree in Law from recognized law schools with a minimum of 60% marks.

About the Organization

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is a major recruiting agency under the Government of India's Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions. The Karnataka Kerala Region (KKR) branch, based in Bengaluru, is specifically responsible for overseeing recruitment processes, examinations, and related legal matters within its regional jurisdiction.

About the Opportunity

This is a short-term contractual assignment for law graduates to work as a Young Professional (Legal Consultant). The role provides an opportunity to handle legal complexities related to government recruitment and service matters, offering an initial one-year term that may be extended based on performance.

No. of Vacancy

There is 01 (One) vacancy available.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Litigation Management: Maintaining and monitoring databases for cases pending in the Supreme Court, High Courts, CAT, and other tribunals.
• Drafting: Preparing petitions, replies, rejoinders, affidavits, and other legal pleadings.
• Legal Scrutiny: Reviewing notices of examination, results, medical examination cases, and contract agreements from a legal perspective.
• Advisory: Obtaining legal opinions from the Law Ministry and analyzing the feasibility of implementing court verdicts.
• Coordination: Maintaining close liaison with the Law Ministry, Senior Law Officers, Government Counsels, and SSC Headquarters.

Eligibility

• Educational Qualification: A Graduate Degree in Law from the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) or other recognized law schools with a minimum of 60% marks.
• Skills: Candidates must possess excellent drafting and communication skills in English.
• Experience: While nil experience is essential, one year of experience in drafting legal documents and handling recruitment or CAT matters is desirable.
• Age: The upper age limit is 32 years.

Salary/Perks

• Remuneration: A consolidated monthly fee of ₹60,000.
• Increments: If extended, remuneration may increase by up to 5% annually, capped at 1.25 times the initial pay.
• Leave: Entitlement of 1.5 days of leave for each completed month.
• Travel: Reimbursement for domestic tours, including Economy class airfare or AC Two Tier rail, along with hotel and food allowances.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must send their application in the prescribed Annexure 'B' format (along with a CV and necessary documents).

Deadline

The application must reach the office latest by April 30, 2026.