Assistant General Manager (Compliance)

People’s Bank, a premier bank in Sri Lanka with the largest customer base, has been providing innovative financial solutions to its diversified clientele for over six decades. Providing a conducive environment for those who strive for excellence and believe in professionalism, the Bank is looking for a talented and dynamic individual to fill the position of Assistant General Manager - Compliance.

Position Summary

• Role: Assistant General Manager - Compliance

• Grade: Equivalent to the grade of Assistant General Manager in executive management

• Company: People's Bank

• Location: Colombo 02, Sri Lanka

• Employment Type: Contract Basis (Annual performance evaluation)

Key Responsibilities

• Support senior management in maintaining an effective and independent compliance framework to ensure that the Bank conducts its business in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, CBSL directions, regulatory guidelines, internal policies, and standards.

• Assist in maintaining and strengthening the Bank's compliance framework.

• Identify, assess, monitor, and report compliance risks.

• Monitor compliance with applicable laws, CBSL directions, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.

• Provide guidance to business and support functions on regulatory and compliance matters.

• Support the Bank's AML/CFT, KYC, sanctions, and financial crime compliance framework.

• Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on the Bank.

• Coordinate the implementation of new regulatory requirements.

• Conduct compliance reviews and thematic assessments.

• Identify compliance gaps and monitor corrective and remedial actions.

• Prepare compliance reports for senior management and relevant Board committees.

• Coordinate with Risk Management, Internal Audit, and other control functions while maintaining the independence of the compliance function.

• Support regulatory examinations and ensure timely resolution of regulatory observations.

• Promote a strong culture of compliance, ethical conduct, and regulatory awareness across the Bank.

Qualifications & Eligibility Criteria

Citizenship & Age

• Citizenship: Must be a citizen of Sri Lanka.

• Age Preference: Preferably below 55 years as of the closing date of applications.

Educational & Professional Qualifications

• Degree: A Bachelor’s Degree in Banking, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Law, or a related discipline from a university or degree-awarding institute recognized by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka (UGC).

  AND

• Professional Qualification: International Diploma in Governance, Risk and Compliance from the International Compliance Association (ICA, UK).

Experience Requirements

• At least five (05) years of senior managerial level experience, with substantial experience in banking, financial services, or a similarly highly regulated environment.

• Minimum of three (03) years of experience in Compliance, with demonstrated exposure at managerial level.

• Sound knowledge of CBSL regulatory requirements, AML/CFT legislation, KYC requirements, sanctions, and other applicable banking regulations.

Remuneration & Benefits

• An attractive and negotiable remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered to the selected candidate.

Selection Method

• Shortlisted applicants based on stipulated qualifications and experience will be called for an interview.

How to Apply

1. Fill out the application form available on the Career page of People’s Bank website (www.peoplesbank.lk).

2. Submit the application through the website on or before 09.11.2026.

3. An email confirmation of receipt will be sent upon submission (if not received within a reasonable period, inquiries can be made via telephone numbers 011 3741421 / 011 3741420).

• Note: All applications will be treated in strict confidentiality. Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.