Assistant Manager – Legal

Job Description

Company: Lanka Sathosa Ltd
Location: Sri Lanka

About Us:
Lanka Sathosa Ltd is Sri Lanka’s largest government-owned retail chain, dedicated to providing high-quality products at affordable prices to a broad consumer base. We support SMEs by offering a hassle-free platform to sell their products and connect farmers with traders. Our organization is driven by integrity and a commitment to supporting all stakeholders, including our employees.

Job Role:
As the Assistant Manager – Legal, you will play a vital role in ensuring the company’s operations comply with legal standards and regulations. Your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring adherence to government procurement laws, consumer protection regulations, and corporate governance standards.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, agreements, and MOUs to protect the organization’s legal and financial interests.
• Handling legal disputes, coordinating with external legal counsel, and representing the company in court proceedings when necessary.
• Providing legal guidance on corporate policies, compliance matters, and employee-related legal issues.
• Maintaining accurate records of legal documents, agreements, and case files to ensure transparency and accountability.

Qualifications:
External Candidates:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Law recognized by the U.G.C. or being an Attorney at Law.

Age Requirement:

• Candidates must be between 22 and 45 years old.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary will be in accordance with Government Circulars.
• Permanent appointment with entitlement to EPF and ETF.

Ideal Candidate:

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership qualities and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in IT.
• Proven ability to lead and direct multi-disciplinary teams.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be a citizen of Sri Lanka.
• Physically and mentally fit to perform the duties of the role.
• Of excellent moral character.

How to Apply:
If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your curriculum vitae along with copies of your certificates within 10 days of this advertisement. Send your application under registered cover to the address below or email it to vacancies@lankasathosa.org.

Address:
The Chairman,
Lanka Sathosa Limited,
No. 27, CWE Secretariat Building,
Vauxhall Street,
Colombo 02.

(Please indicate the post applied for on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.)

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Join Lanka Sathosa Ltd and contribute to our mission of serving the community with integrity and excellence!