Trainee – Compliance and ESG | Hayleys Fentons Limited | Colombo

🏢 Hayleys Fentons Limited (Hayleys Group) · 📍 Colombo · 🕐 Trainee · 📋 Compliance / ESG / Governance

Trainee – Compliance and ESG

The Hayleys Group is amongst Sri Lanka’s largest and most respected diversified conglomerates, with a turnover in excess of USD 1 Billion. Founded in 1919, Hayleys Fentons Limited is one of Sri Lanka’s first engineering companies. As the No.1 Solar EPC and MEP contractor in the country, the company has over 100 years of engineering excellence. Its key specialisations include Solar, Wind and Utility Projects, Mobility Solutions, ICT Systems, Electrical and Lighting, Fire Safety, Air Conditioning and Ventilation, Plumbing and Gas, Security and Communication, Audio-Visual Integration, UPS and Battery Backup, Facilities Management, Architectural Drawings and 3D Visualisation, Industrial Accessories Trading, and Hydro Solutions.

The Trainee – Compliance and ESG will support the organisation’s compliance and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives by assisting with regulatory compliance activities, policy implementation, sustainability reporting, and documentation management. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical exposure to corporate governance, risk management, compliance frameworks, and ESG practices.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and internal procedures.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of the organisation’s compliance framework.
• Maintain accurate compliance records, registers, and documentation.
• Assist in conducting compliance reviews, audits, and risk assessments.
• Monitor regulatory developments and communicate relevant updates to the team.
• Support the preparation and review of compliance reports, policies, and procedures.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s Degree in Eco Business Management, Environmental and Natural Resource Technology, or a related field.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment and collaborate with colleagues across different functions.
• Good coordination, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks and responsibilities.
• Positive attitude with a high level of professionalism and integrity.
• Basic problem-solving, analytical, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

How to Apply

If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this challenging role, please apply via email to careers@hayleysfentons.com, indicating the position applied for on the subject line of the email. Pay and benefits for the above position will be competitive and the rewards are performance driven.

Hayleys is an Equal Opportunity Employer.