Assistant Manager - Company Secretary & Legal | Associated Motorways | Sri Lanka

Who we are

Boasting a rich heritage of more than 74 years in the Automotive industry, Associated Motorways (Pvt) Ltd. (AMW) are the authorized agents for vehicle brands such as Nissan, Suzuki, Renault, Yamaha and New Holland tractors, supported by AMW Capital Leasing & Finance. The company is also a major manufacturer and exporter of industrial tyres since its inception. AMW is also the exclusive distributor of Castrol Lubricants represented by a strong dealer network, island wide. The company is a fully owned subsidiary of the Al-Futtaim Group, U.A.E.

Overview of the role

The Assistant Manager – Company Secretary & Legal will be managing legal and regulatory compliance, supporting corporate governance, ensuring adherence to laws, aids in documentation and contracts, and provides legal advice to stakeholders.

What you will do

• Responsible for defining and ensuring compliance with organizational polices, codes of conduct, legal standards and maintaining effective corporate governance practices.
• Working closely with the board of directors, ensuring transparency and ethical decision – making.
• Preparing board documents, maintaining records, and always ensuring compliance.
• Handling sensitive legal matters and safeguarding sensitive information with stakeholders.
• Drafting various legal documents including contracts, agreements, and corporate governance documents.
• Closely working with external legal counsel or in house counsel to strategize the organization’s different and resolution strategies.
• Adapt to new legal challenges and ensure smooth transaction.

What equips you for the role

• Should be an Attorney- at law, registered company secretary, notary public.
• Minimum 03 years’ experience in a similar capacity involving legal and company secretarial responsibilities.
• Demonstrates hands-on experience in legal practice, including contract drafting, negotiations, and legal research.
• Prior experience in company secretarial duties, including preparing board documents, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance.

Required skills to be successful

• Stay abreast of industry trends.
• Excellent communication skills and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Tamil would be an added advantage.
• Exhibits leadership qualities and the ability to influence legal decisions and practices positively.
• Demonstrates honesty and ethical behavior in all actions and decisions.
• Maintains a professional demeanor and acts as a representative of the legal department.
• Excellent organizing and presentation skills.
• Stakeholder management.

If you believe you're a good fit for the position described above, please send your CV to AMW.careerswithus@amwltd.com within 14 days of this advertisement.