Legal Manager

Company DescriptionWe at LAUGFS Holdings Limited are one of Sri Lanka's largest diversified business conglomerates and a trusted, well-loved home-grown enterprise. Founded in 1995, LAUGFS has grown to encompass 20 industries locally and internationally, establishing a strong presence as a leader and pioneer in the power and energy, retail, industrial, services, leisure, and logistics sectors. With a workforce of over 3,000 employees and an annual turnover exceeding USD 300 million, LAUGFS continues to expand and empower the nation as a trusted Sri Lankan brand. We are currently seeking a dynamic and energetic individual to join our team as a Legal Manager. Key ResponsibilitiesOversee and manage litigation matters of the Group and its SBUs, safeguarding the best interests of the organization while coordinating with external counsel and internal stakeholders as required.Ensure the Group and its subsidiaries remain compliant with all applicable laws, regulations, and statutory requirements, while proactively updating internal stakeholders on relevant legal and regulatory developments.Manage, review, negotiate, and enforce commercial contracts to protect the Group’s legal and commercial interests.Oversee the preparation, execution, and enforcement of deeds and related legal documentation pertaining to the Group’s operations.Support and perform Company Secretarial functions when required, ensuring adherence to corporate governance standards and statutory obligations.Provide timely and practical legal advice to management and business units on a range of operational and strategic matters.Undertake special assignments and strategic legal initiatives entrusted by the Department Head in support of organizational objectives. RequirementsAttorney-at-Law with 5–6 years of professional experience, preferably with exposure to commercial and contract law.Notary Public license in Sinhala and English within the Colombo Judicial Zone will be an added advantage.Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to manage discussions with internal and external parties.Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and meet strict deadlines.Experience in maintaining secure and confidential legal documentation and databases.Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a corporate environment.If you are confident that you have the right skills, knowledge, attitude and passion to grow with us, please forward your resume to randhi.fernando@laugfs.lk within 07 days of this notice, starting two non-related referees. Please mention the post applied for in the subject line.