Company Secretary cum Compliance Officer
About the Employer
Job Description
WE ARE HIRING!
COMPANY SECRETARY CUM COMPLIANCE OFFICER
Join our Legal, Regulatory & Compliance team and play a key role in corporate secretarial functions, compliance management and legal administration across the Group.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Attorney-at-law, duly enrolled and licensed by the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka.
- Registered as a Company Secretary with the Registrar of Companies under the Companies Act No 7 of 2007.
- Associate/Fellow membership of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries of Sri Lanka (ICCSL) or ICSA (UK) will be a distinct advantage.
- Minimum 3 - 5 years' experience in corporate secretarial practice and legal advisory work.
- Thorough knowledge of the Companies Act No 7 of 2007, corporate governance principles, and compliance frameworks.
- Excellent drafting and communication skills in English.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications and familiarity with e-ROC filing systems.
- High standards of integrity, confidentiality, and organizational skills.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- To function as the Authorised Person in terms of Section 130C of the Companies Act No. 12 of 2015 and Regulation 4 of the Companies (Beneficial Ownership) Regulations No.1 of 2026, and to perform any other compliance related functions for the group.
- Acting as the Registered Company Secretary for Group companies.
- Maintaining statutory registers, including the Register of Members, Register of Directors, Register of Directors' Interests, and Directors'/Shareholders' Minute Books.
- Convening and attending directors' and shareholders' meetings, preparing minutes, and filing statutory forms with the Registrar-General of Companies.
- Overseeing secretarial and registrar's functions of a designated group company, liaising with its corporate secretaries, and maintaining meeting minutes and resolutions of the Group Charitable Trust.
- Coordinating with trademark agents on registrations and renewals of trademarks for Group companies.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Exposure: Exposure to diverse legal, governance and compliance matters across multiple industries.
- Opportunity: Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and board-level governance processes.
- Growth: Professional development and career growth opportunities.
- Environment: A challenging and rewarding work environment.
- Remuneration: Competitive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
APPLY NOW: Please send your CV to [email protected]
