Deputy Manager (Legal) Job SDB Bank

Deputy Manager (Legal) Job SDB Bank

SDB Bank, a licensed specialized bank regulated by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka with a network of 94 branches across the island. At SDB Bank, we are committed to making a significant impact to the development and prosperity of our country and its people. Become a part of our journey and contribute to shaping a brighter future for Sri Lanka.

Vacancies available in the locations:

Metro I Region – Battaramulla, Negombo and Gampaha

Metro II Region – Moratuwa / Piliyandala

Head Office – Kirulapone

Candidate Profile

• Drafting, reviewing legal contracts, corporate agreements, security documents and assisting Head of Legal to provide recommendations.
• Providing Legal Advices & arrange to obtain appropriate legal information on matters related to litigations and business engagements.
• Preparation and sending of letters of demand, and instituting legal actions including drafting plaints and other related documents.
• File proxies and appearing in Courts on behalf of the Bank.
• Title Checking and preparation of Title Reports, execution and registration of Mortgage Bonds, Lease Agreements, and Deeds of Discharge or any required notarial document.
• Coordinate with Business Teams, Court Officers, Auctioneers, Panel Lawyers and Legal Counsels to manage litigation and credit-related matters.
• Directly supervise & maintenance of case records, obtaining proceedings and journal entries. Supervise maintaining of fee base income records & other related reports.

Profile of the Ideal Candidate

• LLB from a recognized university.
• Attorney-at-Law.
• Notarial license to practice in English & Sinhala in the relevant judicial zone.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in the Banking or Financial sector, including at least 4 years of experience in legal practice.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills with ability to work in cross functional teams.
• Strong analytical skills
• IT literacy

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with experience and fringe benefits on par with the industry standards is available for the right person. Interested candidates are invited to submit their curriculum vitae within 14 days of this advertisement to careers@sdb.lk mentioning the position in the subject line of the email. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.