Senior Executive - Enterprise Risk Management & Governance

Role summary

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The role supports MAS Holdings’ enterprise risk management and governance framework across the group. Requirements typically include a degree in risk management, finance, accounting, business, law, or a related discipline, with professional qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, CIA, or risk certifications preferred. Candidates should have several years of experience in enterprise risk, internal audit, compliance, controls, governance, or consulting. Strong analytical, report-writing, stakeholder-management, and presentation skills are expected, along with the ability to assess risks, maintain risk registers, monitor controls, support governance forums, and provide practical recommendations to senior management. Knowledge of regulatory requirements, business continuity, and risk technology would be advantageous.

About the employer

MAS Holdings is one of South Asia’s leading apparel and textile groups, headquartered in Sri Lanka and operating across design, manufacturing, technology, and supply-chain services. The company supplies innovative and responsibly produced apparel and sportswear to globally recognised brands. Its business covers product development, intimate apparel, activewear, performance clothing, wearable technology, and sustainable materials. MAS has operations and partnerships across several countries, supported by a large international workforce. The group is known for investments in innovation, ethical manufacturing, employee development, sustainability, and community initiatives. Its corporate environment generally combines the discipline of a multinational organisation with a strong emphasis on collaboration, continuous improvement, governance, and responsible business practices. A senior enterprise risk and governance position would typically work across business units and leadership teams to strengthen decision-making, controls, resilience, and compliance.

Working in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka offers opportunities in apparel, technology, finance, engineering, tourism, logistics, healthcare, education, and shared services. Colombo is the main business hub, while Kandy, Galle, and emerging industrial zones also attract professionals. The culture is welcoming and diverse, blending Sinhalese, Tamil, Muslim, and colonial influences. Life is comparatively affordable, with tropical beaches, mountains, wildlife, and a strong food and festival culture. Colombo provides the widest choice of housing, international schools, restaurants, and transport, although traffic can be heavy. Foreign nationals normally need an employment or residence visa sponsored by a Sri Lankan employer; working without the appropriate approval is not permitted. Employers commonly assist with documentation, but candidates should confirm requirements with the Department of Immigration and Emigration or a Sri Lankan diplomatic mission. Relocating professionals should budget for housing, healthcare, insurance, schooling where relevant, and currency fluctuations.