Legal Manager

About the role

LAUGFS Holdings Limited, one of Sri Lanka's largest diversified business conglomerates founded in 1995, is seeking a Legal Manager. The role oversees the Group's litigation and compliance, manages commercial contracts and deeds, advises management and supports company secretarial functions.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee and manage litigation matters of the Group and its subsidiaries, coordinating with external counsel and internal stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and update stakeholders on legal and regulatory developments
• Manage, review, negotiate and enforce commercial contracts
• Oversee the preparation, execution and enforcement of deeds and related legal documentation
• Support and perform company secretarial functions where required
• Provide legal advice to management and business units on operational and strategic matters
• Carry out special assignments and strategic legal initiatives entrusted by the Department Head

Required profile

• Attorney-at-Law with 5-6 years of professional experience, preferably in commercial and contract law
• Notary Public license in Sinhala and English within the Colombo Judicial Zone is an added advantage
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands and meet strict deadlines
• Experience keeping secure and confidential legal documentation and databases

Required skills

• Strong contract drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a corporate environment

To apply, send your resume by email within 7 days of the notice, including two non-related referees and stating the post applied for in the subject line.