Manager (Data Scientist) – People’s Bank

Manager (Data Scientist) – People’s Bank

Job Overview

People’s Bank is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional for the position of Manager (Data Scientist). The selected candidate will be responsible for data collection, analysis, audit-related reporting, and supporting management decision-making through advanced data analysis and information system auditing techniques.

Position Details

Position: Manager – Data Scientist
Organization: People’s Bank
Job Type: Contract Basis
Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka

Company Overview

People’s Bank is one of Sri Lanka’s premier banking institutions with the largest customer base and over six decades of service excellence. The bank provides innovative financial solutions while maintaining a professional and performance-driven working environment.

Key Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

• Collecting and analyzing business and audit-related data
• Managing new studies and data collection frameworks
• Transforming and organizing data for analytical purposes
• Automating data collection processes using suitable tools
• Searching large data sets for meaningful and actionable insights
• Preparing reports and presentations for audit purposes
• Comparing data to identify trends, risks, and operational improvements
• Issuing analytical reports for management decision-making
• Supporting audit management with data-driven recommendations

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants should possess one of the following qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Information Security
• Master’s Degree in Computer Science / Information Technology specializing in Information Security
• (ISC)² Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• GIAC Information Security Professional (GISP)
• ISACA Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Additional Advantage:

• Degree or qualification related to Data Science

Experience Required:

• Minimum 05 years of experience in:
  • Data Science
  • Computer aided audit techniques
  • Information System Auditing
• Banking industry experience is highly preferred

Required Skills

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Strong leadership abilities
• Knowledge of banking regulations and internal banking circulars
• Computerized audit techniques knowledge
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking
• IT security and infrastructure knowledge
• Risk assessment knowledge
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

Salary & Benefits

• Attractive and negotiable remuneration package
• Opportunity to work in a leading banking institution
• Annual performance evaluation
• Professional career growth opportunities

Method of Selection

• Shortlisted applicants will be called for an interview
• Appointment will be made on a contract basis
• Performance will be evaluated annually

How to Apply

Applicants should:

1. Fill out the relevant application form via the People’s Bank career page
2. Send the duly completed application with CV and supportive documents
3. Documents should be less than 2MB and in JPEG or PDF format

Email: itrecruit@peoplesbank.lk

Application Deadline: 15 June 2026

Applicants are advised to mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.

Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• Incomplete or non-complying applications will be rejected
• All applications will be treated confidentially
• Any form of canvassing will result in disqualification
• The bank reserves the right to cancel or postpone recruitment

Contact Information

Deputy General Manager (Human Resources)
People’s Bank
People’s Tower – Level 14
No. 374, Dr. Colvin R. de Silva Mawatha,
Colombo 02, Sri Lanka.

Telephone: 011 3741420 / 011 3741421

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