Assistant Company Secretary – Union Bank of Colombo PLC

Job Overview

Union Bank of Colombo PLC is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced professional for the role of Assistant Company Secretary. The selected candidate will support corporate governance, statutory compliance, board coordination, and regulatory reporting functions while working closely with senior management and stakeholders.

Job Title

Assistant Company Secretary

Company

Union Bank of Colombo PLC

Job Category

Corporate Governance & Legal

Bullet Category List

• Company Secretarial
• Corporate Governance
• Legal & Compliance
• Banking Administration
• Regulatory Affairs
• Board Coordination

Job Location

Sri Lanka

Employment Type

Full Time

Industry

Banking & Financial Services

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing Board, Committee, Shareholder, and other statutory meetings in compliance with regulations
• Support agenda preparation, coordination of board papers, document uploads, and drafting minutes and resolutions
• Maintain statutory registers and corporate records while ensuring compliance with governance and regulatory requirements
• Prepare annual returns and manage mandatory filings with relevant authorities
• Handle compliance obligations under the Companies Act, Banking Act, Central Bank Directions, and CSE Listing Rules
• Support management and the Board with governance best practices and regulatory guidance
• Maintain confirmed minutes, resolutions, and governance records while issuing extracts when required
• Assist in preparing governance disclosures for the Annual Report
• Coordinate communication with regulators, shareholders, and key stakeholders
• Support capital-raising initiatives and related statutory processes

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in company or board secretarial work, preferably within the banking or financial services sector
• Attorney-at-Law qualification or Associate Membership of the Chartered Governance Institute (UK & Ireland) or Chartered Corporate Secretaries of Sri Lanka
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles, statutes, and regulatory frameworks related to financial institutions
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and integrity
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Required Skills

• Corporate Governance
• Company Secretarial Practices
• Regulatory Compliance
• Board Coordination
• Legal Documentation
• Stakeholder Communication
• Record Management
• Governance Reporting
• Organizational Skills
• Attention to Detail

Why Join Union Bank of Colombo PLC?

• Opportunity to work with one of Sri Lanka’s fastest-growing banks
• Attractive remuneration package and career development opportunities
• Staff loan benefits at concessionary interest rates
• Professional and collaborative corporate environment
• Exposure to high-level governance and banking operations

How to Apply

📧 Send your updated CV to:

jobs@unionb.com