Senior Staff Officer

Senior Staff Officer – People’s Leasing & Finance PLC

Job Overview

People’s Leasing & Finance PLC (PLC) is seeking qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Senior Staff Officer – Taransaction Monitoring under the Branch Network Support Services division. This role is ideal for candidates with expertise in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT), compliance, risk management, and transaction monitoring within the banking or finance industry.

Job Category: Banking & Insurance, Private Jobs

Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka

Position Details

Position: Senior Staff Officer – Transaction Monitoring

Department: Branch Network Support Services

Company: People’s Leasing & Finance PLC

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka

Application Deadline: 15 July 2026

Company Overview

People’s Leasing & Finance PLC (PLC) is one of Sri Lanka’s leading listed non-banking financial institutions with a network of over 100 branches islandwide. Backed by more than three decades of excellence, PLC offers innovative financial solutions while maintaining the highest standards of integrity, governance, and regulatory compliance. The company provides outstanding career opportunities, professional development, and a dynamic work environment for talented individuals.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Minimum 2–4 years of relevant experience in banking, finance, compliance, AML/CFT, risk management, or a related field.
• Professional qualification in Banking, Finance, or Marketing, or part qualification from a recognized professional body such as IBSL, CIM, CA Sri Lanka, or CMA will be an added advantage.
• Sound knowledge of the regulatory framework governing Licensed Finance Companies (LFCs), particularly AML/CFT regulations.
• Good understanding of regulations and guidelines issued by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across departments and branch networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable AML/CFT laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Review transaction monitoring alerts based on customer profiles and established risk parameters.
• Ensure the timely escalation of unusual, suspicious, or high-risk transactions.
• Maintain strict adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and governance standards.
• Independently review and resolve transaction monitoring alerts while ensuring effective oversight of AML/CFT controls.
• Complete assigned tasks accurately within departmental timelines.
• Provide support to other departments and business functions when required.
• Liaise with branch teams to ensure effective implementation of transaction monitoring controls and regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to strengthening the organization’s AML/CFT control environment through continuous monitoring and process improvements.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of AML/CFT compliance and financial crime prevention.
• Excellent analytical and investigative skills.
• Effective communication and report-writing abilities.
• Risk assessment and transaction monitoring expertise.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Salary & Benefits

• Attractive remuneration package.
• Fringe benefits in line with industry benchmarks.
• Career development opportunities within one of Sri Lanka’s leading financial institutions.
• Exposure to regulatory compliance, financial crime prevention, and risk management.
• Professional working environment with continuous learning and career advancement opportunities.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) together with copies of relevant certificates, a passport-size photograph, and the names of two non-related referees.

Applications should be sent to:

Head of HR
People’s Leasing & Finance PLC
No. 1161, Maradana Road, Colombo 08

Email: careers@plc.lk

Important Notes

• Closing date for applications is 15 July 2026.
• Any form of canvassing will be regarded as a disqualification.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.
• Ensure all required documents are submitted before the application deadline.
• This position is based at the Colombo District office of People’s Leasing & Finance PLC.