Executive - Group Corporate Communications

The Abans Group is one of Sri Lanka’s most diversified and influential conglomerates, shaping national progress through a powerful portfolio spanning retail, finance, real estate, automobiles, manufacturing, logistics, renewable energy, environmental services, hospitality, and infrastructure.

Founded in 1968 and strengthened by a workforce of 10,000+ employees, the Group combines scale with agility—operating across industries while remaining united by a singular purpose: empowering lives every day. Grounded in trust and driven by innovation, Abans continues to invest in future-ready industries, sustainable solutions, and transformative partnerships that deliver long-term value to Sri Lanka and its people.

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The Role

As part of the Group Corporate Communications team, you will support integrated communication initiatives across multiple business verticals, ensuring alignment with Group-level priorities, brand standards, and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with Group verticals to gather information on key activities, initiatives, and milestones for integrated cross-vertical communication.
• Assist in information gathering, documentation, and compilation for local and international award submissions and corporate recognition initiatives.
• Coordinate digital content requirements with the Group Digital Team, ensuring timely execution and alignment with agreed KPIs.
• Support the planning and coordination of ESG, ESV, and CSR initiatives across the Abans Group in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Facilitate cross-vertical synergies by ensuring smooth information flow and alignment with Group communication priorities.
• Manage day-to-day coordination with press and media personnel, supporting media engagement activities as directed.
• Assist in the planning and execution of thematic and corporate campaigns, coordinating with external creative, PR, and digital agencies.
• Draft press releases, media notes, and related communication materials when required, ensuring accuracy and adherence to approval protocols.
• Support the compilation and coordination of content for the Group Annual Report, liaising with internal stakeholders and external agencies.
• Assist in preparing communication materials, briefs, presentations, and internal updates for the Group Corporate Communications team.

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The Person

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business Management, Digital Media, or a related discipline.
• 1–3 years of experience in corporate communications, marketing, public relations, digital media, ESG/ESV, or a related field.
• Prior exposure to a corporate, agency, or multi-brand environment will be an added advantage.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong drive with a positive, proactive attitude.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Basic understanding of corporate communications, branding, and digital media.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital content performance indicators.
• Experience coordinating with agencies and internal stakeholders.
• Awareness of ESG, sustainability, and CSR concepts (practical exposure preferred).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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Why Join Abans Group?

• Be part of a diversified conglomerate with national impact.
• Gain exposure to Group-level communications, ESG initiatives, and high-visibility corporate projects.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and learning.