Assistant Manager - Corporate Affairs & Contract Administration

About the role

The Assistant Manager – Corporate Affairs and Contract Administration will provide comprehensive legal support across commercial contracts, tender processes, corporate affairs and regulatory matters. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, external counsel, clients and government authorities to ensure legal compliance and risk mitigation.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate and manage commercial contracts, legal agreements and other complex documentation.
• Prepare, review and provide legal input on tender and procurement documents.
• Deliver clear, practical legal opinions and guidance to internal teams.
• Liaise with external legal counsel, government authorities, corporate entities and both local and international clients.
• Maintain accurate contract registers, legal records and documentation.
• Identify and mitigate legal and commercial risks arising from contracts and business activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, contractual obligations and internal policies.
• Handle sensitive, confidential matters with professionalism and discretion.

Required profile

• LLB (Bachelor of Laws) completed in English from a recognised university.
• Appointment as a Notary Public with a valid licence to practise in Colombo.
• Qualified Commissioner for Oaths.
• 4–6 years post‑qualification experience, preferably in a corporate environment or reputable law firm.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Sinhala.
• Strong expertise in commercial contract drafting, review and negotiation.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint.