Staff Assistant

Job Description

The Staff Assistant role typically supports day-to-day administrative activities, including preparing documents, maintaining records, coordinating internal communications, arranging meetings, handling data entry and assisting department staff with routine office tasks. Candidates are generally expected to have a secondary or professional qualification, basic computer literacy, good knowledge of Microsoft Office, sound communication skills and strong attention to detail. Previous administrative or office-support experience may be advantageous. The successful candidate should be organized, dependable, discreet when handling information and able to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines. A positive attitude, teamwork, willingness to learn and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment are also likely to be expected.

Company Info

MAS Holdings is one of South Asia's leading apparel and textile manufacturers, headquartered in Sri Lanka. The company designs, develops and manufactures clothing and wearable solutions for internationally recognized brands, including sportswear, lingerie, intimate apparel and performance products. MAS operates an extensive network of manufacturing, innovation and sourcing facilities across Sri Lanka and several overseas markets. It is known for its focus on product innovation, sustainability, ethical manufacturing and employee development. The organization employs a large and diverse workforce and offers roles across production, engineering, administration, technology, supply chain, quality, design and commercial functions. MAS has built a strong reputation for responsible business practices, including environmental initiatives, community engagement and workplace standards. Employees may benefit from structured learning opportunities, exposure to global customers and experience within a highly organized, export-oriented manufacturing group.

Destination Guide

Sri Lanka offers employment opportunities in apparel manufacturing, information technology, tourism, finance, logistics, engineering, healthcare and business services. Colombo and nearby areas have the widest range of professional roles, while industrial zones and regional cities provide opportunities in manufacturing and operations. The culture is warm, family-oriented and diverse, with Sinhala, Tamil and Muslim traditions, and English commonly used in workplaces. Living costs are generally moderate, though Colombo accommodation can be considerably more expensive than in other regions. The island provides beaches, mountains, wildlife parks, historic cities and a well-known food culture. Foreign nationals normally need an appropriate employment or residence visa sponsored or supported by an employer; working on a tourist visa is not permitted. Applicants should confirm current immigration requirements with Sri Lankan authorities. Relocating employees should arrange accommodation, health insurance, transport and document legalization before arrival.