Legal Officer – Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC

Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC, one of the most awarded banks in Sri Lanka, is hiring a highly experienced Legal Officer. This role is ideal for senior legal professionals with strong expertise in litigation, notarial work, and banking-related legal operations.

💼 Job Title

Legal Officer

🏢 Company

Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC

📍 Job Location

Sri Lanka

🕒 Job Type

Full-Time

📋 Job Description

The Legal Officer will handle legal documentation, litigation, advisory services, and compliance-related tasks while supporting the bank’s branches and management in legal matters.

🔑 Key Responsibilities

• Prepare title reports, mortgage bonds, and legal security documents
• Ensure timely registration of mortgage bonds and transfer deeds
• Provide legal opinions on guarantees, legislative updates, and risks
• Draft and review agreements, contracts, and legal correspondence
• Brief management on legal risks and issues
• Lead and supervise regional legal teams when required
• File legal actions against NPA borrowers and handle court cases
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulatory requirements

🎯 Requirements

• Attorney-at-Law with valid practicing certificate
• Notarial warrant to practice in Sinhala & English
• Minimum 10 years experience in litigation and notarial work
• Experience in land registry, title searches, and legal documentation
• Experience in magistrate court matters (added advantage)
• Strong English communication skills (written & spoken)
• Ability to draft pleadings, agreements, and legal documents
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism

🎁 Salary & Benefits

• 💰 Attractive salary package (banking sector standard)
• 🏦 Work with a top-tier financial institution
• 📈 Career growth in a reputed banking environment
• ⚖️ Exposure to high-level legal and corporate matters

📧 How to Apply

Apply online via:
🔗 https://forms.gle/87uM9TETGJbBaWwY9