Legal Officer – Nawaloka Hospitals PLC
Job Overview
Nawaloka Hospitals PLC is inviting applications for the position of Legal Officer at its Colombo 02 location. The successful candidate will provide legal advice, review legal documents, ensure regulatory compliance, and support the organisation in managing legal matters related to its healthcare operations.
Position Details
- Job Title: Legal Officer
- Company Name: Nawaloka Hospitals PLC
- Job Location: Colombo 02, Sri Lanka
- Employment Type: Not specified in the advertisement
- Job Category: Legal / Healthcare Administration
- Minimum Experience: 3 years of relevant legal experience
- Application Email: vacancy@nawaloka.com
- Application Deadline: Not specified in the advertisement
Company Overview
Nawaloka Hospitals PLC is a healthcare organisation based in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The hospital provides medical services and aims to maintain high standards of patient care, professional service, and regulatory compliance.
Qualifications & Experience
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Professional qualification as an Attorney-at-Law.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B) from a recognised university will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in a legal role.
- Good knowledge of corporate, commercial, and healthcare-related laws and regulations.
- Excellent communication, legal drafting, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice and support to management and relevant departments.
- Draft, review, and verify contracts, agreements, policies, and other legal documents.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Handle legal correspondence, notices, and official communications.
- Assist with litigation management and coordinate with external legal counsel when required.
- Advise on risk management and implement strategies to mitigate legal risks.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and legal developments in the healthcare sector.
Required Skills
- Legal research and interpretation.
- Contract drafting and review.
- Corporate and commercial law knowledge.
- Understanding of healthcare-related legal and regulatory requirements.
- Strong written and verbal communication.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
- Organisation, time management, and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage confidential information professionally.
Salary & Benefits
Nawaloka Hospitals PLC offers an attractive remuneration package commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Additional opportunities mentioned in the advertisement include:
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- The opportunity to contribute to quality patient care in a leading healthcare organisation.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to email their updated CV to:
Email: vacancy@nawaloka.com
Applicants should clearly indicate Legal Officer as the position applied for in the email subject line.
Important Notes
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Canvassing in any form will result in immediate disqualification.
- Applicants should ensure that their CV includes relevant legal qualifications and professional experience.
- The advertisement does not specify an application deadline.
