Job Description
WE'RE HIRING!
ASSISTANT MANAGER – COMPLIANCE
LOCATION: COLOMBO 02 | AMW Capital Leasing & Finance PLC
WHY CHOOSE US?
AMW Capital Leasing and Finance PLC is a finance company registered under the Central Bank of Sri Lanka and is listed in the Colombo Stock Exchange. It is a subsidiary company of AMW Group which is the sole distributor for several world-renowned automobiles and related brands, under the umbrella of AI-Futtaim Group, Dubai UAE.
AMW Capital Leasing is spread across the country with a network of 21 branches and is in the process of expanding its network and the company as a whole. Our Compliance team is enhancing the company's adherence to regulatory requirements through effective implementation of compliance controls and monitoring. We are looking for interested parties to join our journey of establishing a fully-compliant and automated compliance environment.
WHAT WE OFFER
As the Assistant Manager – Compliance you will report directly to the Head of Compliance. We have a warm, collaborative, and open culture at AMW Capital Leasing with good standards of work-life balance. The role is fully on-site and includes mentorship directly from Head of Compliance, with exceptional growth potential. Training will be provided on all points of responsibilities mentioned below.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND WORK
- Strategic Governance & Board Reporting
- Draft, refine, and present high-quality Board and Committee papers and Policy documents. You will translate the regulatory framework into clear operational requirements and proposals to the board.
- High-Risk Event Monitoring & Approvals
- You will review high-risk events and approve appropriate responses including regulatory reporting and escalation procedures.
- Automation and Change Management
- Lead the automation of compliance controls and drive changes to processes and technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- Audits & Results
- Coordinate internal and external audits, prepare supporting documentation, identify gaps, and track remediation actions.
- Compliance Monitoring
- Establish and maintain ongoing monitoring programs to ensure adherence to policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Training and Compliance Culture
- Develop and deliver compliance training and promote a culture of ethical and compliant behavior across the organization.
WHAT IS EXPECTED OF YOU
- Core mindset: You can take a complex Act, Direction or Circular from the regulator and convert it into simple, actionable guidance for staff.
- Systemic thinker: You identify underlying issues and look for root causes and scalable process improvements.
- Able to manage high-pressure situations: You are comfortable acting as a final escalation point for high-risk decisions and can communicate effectively under pressure.
- Tech savvy: Proficient with MS Office, data analysis tools, and basic compliance tech solutions.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management: You will interact with senior management, regulators, and business units.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE (CLOSE TO 5–7 YEARS)
- Compliance leadership: Significant experience in a senior compliance capacity with a track record in Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), sanctions programs and STR management.
- Governance & Reporting: Experience drafting high-quality papers and presentations for management and board committees.
- Audit Management & Remediation: Experience managing audits from start to finish, including remediation actions and reporting.
PREFERRED EDUCATION LEVEL
- Bachelor's degree in related disciplines such as Compliance, Finance, Business, etc.
- Professional qualification relevant to Compliance or the financial services industry.
BONUS POINTS (NICE-TO-HAVES)
- Good IT knowledge – Power Automate, Power BI, data analytics or related tools.
- Fluency in Tamil or Sinhala (or willingness to learn).
- Experience in a Bank or Finance company or regulatory environment.
NEXT STEPS
- If you believe you are a good fit for the position described, please send your CV to Isuri Wanigasakera@AMWLTD.COM within 07 days of this advertisement.
- Please mention the position name in the subject line of the email.
- If your CV is shortlisted, we will call and set up an online interview with HR and Compliance.