Investment Officer – Merchant Bank of Sri Lanka & Finance PLC

Merchant Bank of Sri Lanka & Finance PLC (MBSL), a subsidiary of the Bank of Ceylon, is seeking a skilled Investment Officer to manage equity portfolios, support capital market activities, and drive investment decisions.

This is a mid-to-senior level finance role ideal for candidates with experience in portfolio management, financial analysis, and capital markets.

🏷 Job Title

Investment Officer (Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager Grade)

🏢 Company

Merchant Bank of Sri Lanka & Finance PLC (MBSL)

📍 Job Location

Colombo, Sri Lanka

🕒 Job Type

Full-Time

💼 Key Responsibilities

• Manage equity portfolio of MBSL (Trading & Investment)
• Oversee client portfolio management operations
• Conduct and participate in Investment Committee meetings
• Make timely buy/sell decisions based on market analysis
• Prepare reports for Corporate Advisory & Capital Market functions
• Coordinate with Integrated Risk Management Committee
• Perform financial analysis and business valuations
• Rebalance portfolios (e.g., mid-cap index annually)
• Drive business growth in Capital Markets & Advisory services

🎓 Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in:
  • Finance / Accounting / Business Administration / Commerce / Economics
    (or professional qualification in Finance/Capital Markets)
• Minimum 2+ years experience in a bank or financial institution
• OR
  • Recognized Diploma + 3 years executive experience
  • G.C.E O/L with 5 years executive experience
• Strong knowledge in:
  • Capital Markets
  • Portfolio Management
  • Financial Analysis

💡 Ideal Candidate Profile

• Analytical thinker with strong decision-making skills
• Experience in investment management / stock market operations
• Ability to work in high-pressure financial environments
• Strong communication & reporting skills

📩 How to Apply

📧 Send your CV to:
👉 careers.mbsl@mbslbank.com

📝 Subject Line:
“Investment Officer”