Manager - Legal Documentation

About the role

We are seeking a Manager – Legal Documentation to lead the drafting, review, and advisory functions for a wide range of commercial and banking transactions. The role requires strong legal expertise, excellent English communication, and the ability to manage a team while ensuring compliance with the latest regulatory developments.

Key responsibilities

• Advice, draft, and review commercial and banking documents, including contracts, mortgage bonds, leases, and other notarial instruments.
• Provide legal counsel on syndicated and cross‑border lending transactions, coordinating with foreign legal counsel as needed.
• Stay updated on legal developments related to banking services and Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) directions, delivering training and presentations to internal staff.
• Oversee trademark registration processes and supervise subordinate staff.

Required profile

• Attorney‑at‑Law and Notary Public with a minimum of 7 years post‑qualifying experience.
• At least 2 years of managerial experience within a bank, financial institution, or reputable service‑industry company.
• Notarial license to practice in both Sinhala and English.
• High‑level drafting skills and excellent spoken and written English.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a specialized legal documentation team.
• Exposure to complex syndicated and cross‑border financing transactions.
• Professional development through training and presentation responsibilities.