Assistant Manager (Legal) – Hutch
Job Overview
Hutch is inviting applications from qualified legal professionals for the position of Assistant Manager – Legal. The successful candidate will support the organisation’s legal function by handling commercial agreements, company secretarial matters, and conveyancing, including lease agreements. The role also involves drafting and reviewing legal documents, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing legal support to internal stakeholders.
Position Details
- Job Title: Assistant Manager – Legal
- Company Name: Hutch
- Job Location: Sri Lanka
- Employment Type: Not specified in the advertisement
- Job Category: Legal / Corporate Affairs
- Required Experience: 3–4 years of post-qualification experience
- Application Email: vacancies@hutchison.lk
- Application Website: https://hutch.lk/careers
- Application Deadline: Within 7 days of the advertisement
Company Overview
Hutch is a telecommunications service provider in Sri Lanka, offering mobile communication and connectivity services. The company operates as part of the CK Hutchison group, an international business group with telecommunications operations in multiple markets.
Qualifications & Experience
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Qualifications as an Attorney-at-Law and Notary Public, with proficiency in English and Sinhala.
- 3–4 years of post-qualification experience, preferably in a corporate environment.
- Strong experience in commercial agreements, company secretarial work, and conveyancing, particularly lease agreements.
- Excellent command of English, with strong legal drafting and communication skills.
- High level of professionalism and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple legal matters independently and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the organisation’s legal function and provide legal assistance to internal stakeholders.
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements and other legal documents.
- Handle company secretarial matters and related documentation.
- Manage conveyancing matters, including the preparation and review of lease agreements.
- Ensure compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Review legal documents to ensure accuracy and protect the organisation’s interests.
- Coordinate with internal departments and external parties on legal matters.
- Manage multiple legal assignments while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.
- Provide timely legal support to relevant business units.
Required Skills
- Legal drafting, reviewing, and negotiation.
- Commercial contract management.
- Company secretarial knowledge.
- Conveyancing and lease agreement handling.
- Understanding of statutory and regulatory compliance.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Sinhala.
- Attention to detail and analytical thinking.
- Time management and organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Professionalism, confidentiality, and sound judgement.
Salary & Benefits
The advertisement does not specify a salary or detailed benefits package. Compensation and employment benefits may be discussed with Hutch during the recruitment process.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications within seven days of the advertisement.
Email: vacancies@hutchison.lk
Suggested Email Subject: Application for Assistant Manager – Legal
Applicants should submit an updated CV highlighting their legal qualifications, post-qualification experience, and expertise in commercial agreements, company secretarial matters, and conveyancing.
Important Notes
- Applicants must possess the stated legal qualifications.
- 3–4 years of post-qualification experience is required, preferably in a corporate environment.
- Experience in commercial agreements, company secretarial work, and lease agreements is particularly relevant.
- Strong English drafting and communication skills are essential.
- Applications should be submitted within seven days of the advertisement.
- The exact calendar closing date is not specified in the advertisement.
