Legal Officer (North Western)

Job Overview

SDB Bank PLC is seeking a qualified, highly analytical, and experienced professional for the position of Legal Officer (North Western). The role is vital for managing litigations, verifying titles, drafting security documents, and representing the bank in courts. The successful candidate will drive essential compliance and legal risk management to safeguard the bank’s interests across the regional branch network.

Position Details

• Position: Legal Officer (North Western)

• Organization: SDB Bank PLC

• Job Location: Kurunegala, Sri Lanka

• Job Category: Banking & Insurance, Management, Private Jobs

Company Overview

SDB Bank is a licensed specialized bank regulated by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, with a strong network of 94 branches across the island. Over the years, the Bank has evolved into a progressive and customer-focused financial institution, committed to delivering sustainable banking solutions and empowering diverse social communities. At SDB bank, they are focused on making a meaningful impact at every level and driving socio-economic progress by fostering strong, lasting community connections.

Qualifications & Experience

• LLB or Equivalent qualification from a recognized university.

• Qualified Attorney-at-Law.

• Possess a valid Notarial license to practice in English & Sinhala within the relevant judicial zone.

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in the Banking or Financial sector, which must include at least 4 years of experience in legal practice.

• Comprehensive IT literacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional legal advice and arrange to obtain appropriate legal information on matters related to litigations and business engagements.

• Directly supervise and maintain case records, obtaining proceedings, and journal entries.

• Supervise the maintenance of fee-base income records and other related reports.

• Prepare and dispatch letters of demand, and institute legal actions including drafting plaints and other related documents.

• File proxies and appear in Courts on behalf of SDB Bank.

• Handle Title Checking, preparation of Title Reports, and manage the execution and registration of Mortgage Bonds, Lease Agreements, Deeds of Discharge, or any other required notarial document.

• Coordinate with Business Teams, Court Officers, Auctioneers, Panel Lawyers, and Legal Counsels to efficiently manage litigation and credit-related matters.

• Draft and review legal contracts, corporate agreements, and security documents, while assisting the Head of Legal to provide strategic recommendations.

Required Skills

• Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.

• Proven ability to collaborate productively across cross-functional teams.

• Strong analytical, legal research, and problem-solving skills.

Salary & Benefits

• An attractive remuneration package commensurate with experience is available for the right person.

• Fringe benefits on par with prevailing industry standards.

• A stable, collaborative corporate environment encouraging long-term professional development.

Important Notes

• The physical operational baseline covers locations in Wennappuwa, Chilaw, Kurunegala, and Giriulla.

• Candidates are strictly required to mention the position name in the subject line of the email application.

• Applications must be submitted within 14 days of the publication of the advertisement.

• Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the recruitment team.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the profile criteria detailed in image_0d5d5a.jpg are invited to submit their updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) via email directly to the bank’s human resources division.

Email Address: careers@sdb.lk