Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager – Allianz Insurance

Job Overview

Allianz Insurance Lanka Limited is inviting applications for the position of Assistant Manager – Employee Relations within the People and Culture Department. This is a managerial opportunity for an experienced human resources professional with strong expertise in employee relations, labour law, disciplinary matters and workplace dispute resolution.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with Sri Lankan labour laws, managing employee relations matters and representing the company in relevant labour-related proceedings.

Position Details

Position: Assistant Manager – Employee Relations
Company: Allianz Insurance Lanka Limited
Department: People and Culture
Industry: General Insurance
Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
District: Colombo District
Workplace: Head Office, One Galle Face Tower
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Category: HR & Administration, Management, Banking & Insurance, Private Jobs

Company Overview

Allianz Insurance Lanka Limited is a leading general insurance company operating in Sri Lanka. The company provides general insurance solutions while maintaining a strong focus on professional standards, employee development, governance and regulatory compliance.

The People and Culture function supports the organization’s workforce through effective human resources practices, employee engagement and workplace policies.

Qualifications & Experience

Candidates applying for the Assistant Manager – Employee Relations position should meet the following requirements:

• LLB from a recognized university or a Degree in Law.
• A professional qualification in Human Resources will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in Employee Relations or a similar capacity.
• Experience in the insurance or financial services sector will be an added advantage.
• Proven experience in managing labour disputes.
• Experience handling domestic inquiries and disciplinary matters.
• Proven ability to represent the company in labour tribunals and conciliation forums.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and conflict-resolution skills in English and Sinhala.

Key Responsibilities

The Assistant Manager – Employee Relations will lead employee relations activities while ensuring compliance with applicable Sri Lankan labour laws and company policies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead employee grievance resolution, disciplinary processes, domestic inquiries and investigations into general employee misconduct, policy violations and workplace disputes.
• Manage relationships and negotiations with labour authorities and other key stakeholders.
• Work closely with the Allianz Lanka Compliance team when carrying out disciplinary processes.
• Develop, review and update HR policies to ensure alignment with Sri Lankan labour law, Allianz global people standards and best practices.
• Provide expert advice to management on employee relations matters, labour law compliance, disciplinary actions and risk mitigation strategies.
• Attend to all misconduct and disciplinary actions, including matters referred by the Compliance Department.
• Represent management in labour courts, labour tribunals and relevant conciliation proceedings.
• Handle employee-related court cases with the assistance of senior legal consultants.
• Coordinate and attend to all matters related to the Employees’ Funds and Contributions (EFC).
• Manage domestic inquiry processes and ensure proper adherence to relevant procedures.
• Support effective employee relations practices across the organization.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of Sri Lankan labour laws and regulations.
• Excellent employee relations and conflict-management skills.
• Strong disciplinary and domestic inquiry management abilities.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to handle sensitive employee matters with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Strong knowledge of HR policies and employment practices.
• Ability to represent an organization before labour authorities and relevant forums.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Sinhala.
• Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide practical HR and employee relations advice to management.

Salary & Benefits

The advertisement does not specify a salary range or detailed remuneration package.

The position provides an opportunity to take on a key employee relations role within an established international insurance organization, with exposure to labour law, HR governance, disciplinary processes and employee relations management.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV to:

Email: Careers@allianz.lk

Candidates should mention the position applied for in the subject line of the email.

Important Notes

• The position is within the People and Culture Department.
• The role is based at the Head Office, One Galle Face Tower, Colombo 02.
• An LLB or Degree in Law from a recognized university is required.
• A professional qualification in Human Resources will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in Employee Relations or a similar role is required.
• Experience in the insurance or financial services sector will be an added advantage.
• Proven experience in labour disputes, domestic inquiries and disciplinary matters is required.
• Candidates should have the ability to represent the company before labour tribunals and conciliation forums.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and conflict-resolution skills in English and Sinhala are required.
• The position requires strong knowledge of Sri Lankan labour laws and employee relations practices.
• The appropriate job location is Colombo, Sri Lanka.