Secretary to the Board Of Directors (Assistant General Manager - Special Grade)
About the Employer
Job Description
POST OF SECRETARY TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS (ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER - SPECIAL GRADE)
National Savings Bank (NSB), a leading Licensed Specialized Bank in Sri Lanka, has been serving the nation since 1972, with a strong commitment to promoting savings, financial security, and customer service excellence. The Bank invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Board of Directors- AGM-Grade.
THE PERSON
- An Attorney-at-Law of the Supreme Court of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka OR
- A Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka / Institute of Chartered Corporate Secretaries of Sri Lanka / Chartered Institute of Management Accountants of the United Kingdom / Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka / Chartered Governance Institute of the United Kingdom and Ireland.
- Have a minimum of 15 years' post qualifying experience with at least 10 years in the Board Secretariat of a financial institution regulated by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).
- Possess a Master’s Degree in Law, Business Administration or relevant field from a university recognized by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka.
- Have a sound knowledge of the Company’s Act, CBSL Directions, Public Enterprises Circulars and Guidelines, corporate governance and company secretarial practices, Board and Board Sub Committee procedures, etc.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in English.
- A high degree of professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
- Should be a Sri Lankan Citizen.
THE JOB
- Serve as Secretary to the Board of Directors and Board Sub Committees, coordinating meetings, agendas, Board papers, and communication of decisions.
- Prepare and maintain accurate minutes, resolutions, records, and official correspondence, ensuring their proper custody and confidentiality.
- Ensure compliance with applicable statutory, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements, including timely submission of required documents and disclosures.
- Provide guidance on corporate governance practices and liaise with Board members, executive management, legal advisors, and regulatory authorities as required.
- Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, and discretion in handling Board matters.
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
This position will be on permanent basis subject to a probationary period of one year.
REMUNERATION
An attractive monthly remuneration package exceeding Rs. 600,000/- will be offered to the selected candidates for the position of Assistant General Manager.
In addition, the package includes:
- A guaranteed annual bonus equivalent to two months’ gross salary.
- A performance-based bonus.
- A medical assistance scheme covering immediate family members.
- Housing and other staff loans at concessionary interest rates.
- A superannuation scheme with both Provident Fund and ETF benefits.
- A non-contributory pension scheme, with eligibility contingent upon a minimum of 10 years’ service in the Bank
- Reimbursement of professional membership fees
Please forward your complete resume, with names and addresses of two non-related referees, to [email protected] quoting "Application for the Post of Secretary to the BOD" in the subject line of your e-mail to reach us on or before 10.11.2026.
By applying to this post, the applicant consents us collecting and processing personal data for recruitment purposes in line with the Personal Data Protection Act No. 9 of 2022.
Any candidate who submits false, incorrect, or misleading information, or fails to meet the required eligibility criteria, shall be disqualified at any stage of the recruitment process without prior notice.
Any form of canvassing shall be an immediate disqualification, and the Bank reserves the right to call only the short-listed candidates.
The post is open for both internal and external candidates.
The Bank reserves the right to postpone or cancel the recruitment.
General Manager/CEO
National Savings Bank
Head Office
Colombo 3.
