Legal Officer

About the role

The company is hiring a Legal Officer to provide legal support, ensure compliance with Sri Lankan laws, prepare and review legal documents and manage corporate legal matters.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, review and prepare legal agreements, contracts and other documents
• Provide legal advice and support to management and departments
• Ensure compliance with Sri Lankan laws and regulations
• Handle corporate legal matters and company secretarial activities
• Review property, lease, sale and purchase agreements
• Assist with legal matters related to real estate, investments and commercial operations
• Identify legal risks and support dispute resolution
• Coordinate with external lawyers, notaries and government authorities
• Maintain legal records and statutory documents

Required profile

• Qualified Attorney-at-Law of the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka
• Minimum 2 years of relevant legal experience
• Experience in corporate, commercial or property law preferred
• Notary Public or Company Secretarial qualifications are an added advantage

Required skills

• Good knowledge of Sri Lankan laws and regulations
• Strong legal drafting and contract review skills
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Good English communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently
• General knowledge of MS Office