Legal Officer

Legal Officer – Sri Lanka Red Cross Society

Job Overview

The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society (SLRCS) is inviting applications from qualified and experienced legal professionals for the position of Legal Officer. This opportunity is based at the National Headquarters in Colombo and is ideal for candidates with a strong background in legal practice, legal advisory services, or institutional legal affairs. The selected candidate will support the Society’s legal operations while contributing to its humanitarian mission through professional legal expertise and ethical practice.

Position Details

Job Title: Legal Officer
Company: Sri Lanka Red Cross Society (SLRCS)
Employment Type: Fixed-Term Contract
Job Category: NGO & Development, Private Jobs
Job Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka

Company Overview

The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society (SLRCS) is the largest humanitarian organization in Sri Lanka, dedicated to serving vulnerable communities across the country. As a member of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, SLRCS promotes humanitarian values and provides emergency response, disaster management, health services, community development, and social welfare initiatives. The organization is committed to equal opportunity employment, diversity, inclusion, and maintaining the highest ethical standards.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized university.
• Admission as an Attorney-at-Law of the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka.
• A qualification in International Humanitarian Law, International Law, Human Rights, or a related field will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant professional experience in legal practice, legal advisory services, or institutional legal affairs.
• Sound understanding of humanitarian, community, and volunteer-based service interventions.
• Ability to work in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

Key Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing legal advice and guidance on organizational legal matters.
• Preparing, reviewing, and drafting legal documents, agreements, and correspondence.
• Supporting institutional legal affairs and ensuring legal compliance.
• Assisting with legal risk assessment and policy implementation.
• Conducting legal research and preparing legal opinions.
• Supporting the organization’s governance and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Maintaining confidentiality and professional ethical standards.
• Contributing to legal initiatives that support the humanitarian mission of the organization.

Required Skills

• Legal drafting and documentation
• Legal research and analytical skills
• Negotiation and problem-solving
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English
• Knowledge of Sinhala and/or Tamil will be an advantage
• Organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• High ethical standards and professional integrity
• Confidentiality and discretion
• Strategic thinking
• Results-oriented mindset
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Accountability
• Strong interpersonal skills

Salary & Benefits

• Attractive remuneration package based on qualifications, experience, and competencies.
• Opportunity to work with Sri Lanka’s leading humanitarian organization.
• Professional development in the humanitarian and legal sector.
• Collaborative and inclusive working environment.
• Meaningful career contributing to community service and humanitarian initiatives.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should email their application before the closing date.

Email: jobs@redcross.lk

Application Reference: HRM 028/2026

Application Closing Date: 31 July 2026

Important Notes

• Employment will be on a fixed-term contract basis.
• Administrative and operational affairs are conducted in the English language.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.
• Sri Lanka Red Cross Society is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and a zero-tolerance policy against child abuse and sexual harassment.
• Candidates should be self-motivated, capable of working under challenging circumstances, and committed to humanitarian values and the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.