Officer / Assistant Manager – Centralized Operations & GAD | HBL Bank Sri Lanka | Colombo

About HBL Bank – Sri Lanka

HBL (Habib Bank Limited) Sri Lanka is a branch of one of Pakistan’s most prestigious and internationally recognised financial institutions, operating across more than 25 countries. Licensed by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka and offering comprehensive retail and corporate banking services, HBL Sri Lanka is committed to operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and developing high-calibre banking professionals. The bank’s Centralized Operations Processing Centre is the operational backbone of HBL Sri Lanka — handling account maintenance, clearing, vendor management, and compliance functions with precision and efficiency.

Role Overview

HBL Bank Sri Lanka is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional to join their Centralized Operations Processing Centre and General Administration Department (GAD) at the level of Officer or Assistant Manager. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals aspiring to build and advance their careers within a structured, fast-paced, and compliance-driven banking operations environment.

Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Level: Officer / Assistant Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Review and processing of account opening and account maintenance activities in line with regulatory and AML/CFT requirements
• Coordinate with branches on operational matters and timely resolution of operational issues and queries
• Custody and management of negotiable stocks, vendor coordination and screening, and stock reconciliation
• Timely response to Compliance queries and handling of regulatory orders — including preparation and submission of required correspondence to regulatory bodies
• Oversight of procurement, vendor management, outsourcing arrangements, and record retention processes
• Act as backup for the General Administration and premises security functions
• Timely submission of MIS reports, regulatory responses, and operational performance reports
• Review and periodic revision of operational policies, procedure manuals, and service level frameworks
• Preparation and submission of payment memos — with follow-up until final approval and timely settlement of vendor payments

Applicant Requirements

• B.Sc. Degree or equivalent professional qualification in Banking, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Branch Operations or Back-office Banking Operations within a licensed commercial bank
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications — Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Good interpersonal and communication skills — ability to work with multiple stakeholders including branches, vendors, and regulatory authorities
• Strong understanding of AML/CFT regulatory frameworks, banking operations, and compliance requirements
• High attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to meet strict operational deadlines