Assistant Manager – Contracts (Group Legal and Regulatory)

Technology, telecoms and digital contracts | Work with leading global vendors and operators

The Job Purpose:

Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka's leading connectivity and digital services provider and part of the Axiata Group, is looking for a commercially minded contracts lawyer to join our Group Legal and Regulatory team. In this role you will have the opportunity to gain first-hand experience on some of the latest technology contracts in the market, from network, 5G and infrastructure arrangements to cloud, AI, digital services, content and fintech partnerships. You will also have the opportunity to negotiate directly with top-tier global vendors, technology partners and telecommunications operators worldwide, and to work closely with senior business leaders to turn new commercial ideas into workable, well-protected contracts.

Why Join Us:

• First-hand exposure to cutting-edge technology contracts, including network and infrastructure, IT and cloud/SaaS, AI and data, OTT and content, and digital financial services
• Direct engagement with global OEMs, technology and platform providers, content partners and telecommunications operators worldwide, including roaming, interconnect and international wholesale counterparties
• High-impact work on transactions that support Sri Lanka’s digital transformation and serve millions of customers
• Close collaboration with business, technology and procurement teams across the Dialog Group
• Opportunity to grow your expertise in technology law, data protection and AI governance, and to work with AI-enabled legal tools and contract management systems

The Job:   

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of technology and commercial contracts, including network and infrastructure, IT, cloud/SaaS, digital services, content and partnership agreements, with local and international vendors, partners and operators
• Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including execution, renewals, and amendments
• Act as a trusted legal partner to business teams, providing timely, practical and commercially focused advice on new products, partnerships and transactions
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate governance standards
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and commercial risks within contracts
• Support the identification and resolution of contractual disputes, including reviewing and interpreting relevant contract provisions, engaging with counterparties to reach resolution, and coordinating with external legal counsel where required
• Maintain contract templates, clause libraries, and documentation standards
• Drive efficiency through the use of digital tools, AI-enabled legal workflows and contract management systems
• Support data protection, privacy, and cybersecurity considerations in contractual arrangements

The Person:

• Possess a recognised Bachelor of Laws degree from a reputable university and be an Attorney-at-Law. Postgraduate qualifications would be an added advantage.

• Minimum 4 years of post-qualification experience in a commercial legal role; proven hands-on experience in commercial contracts drafting is essential

• Strong grounding in commercial and contract law
• Working knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks
• Experience in technology, telecommunications or digital contracts (for example network, IT, cloud/SaaS, AI, content or fintech) is an advantage; candidates with strong commercial contracting experience who are keen to build technology expertise are encouraged to apply
• Understanding of data protection and privacy laws

• Strong legal drafting and negotiation skills
• Experience in handling contractual disputes, including reviewing and interpreting contract terms, engaging with counterparties, and working with external counsel to support resolution
• Strategic thinking with a commercial mindset
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• A collaborative team player who works effectively with colleagues across legal and business functions, contributes positively to team goals, and builds strong working relationships within the Group Legal and Regulatory team and across the Dialog Group
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Comfortable using legal tech, AI tools and digital platforms, or keen to learn