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Treasury Manager

HIGH DemandLOW AI RiskSTABLE in SL· Rs.150k+ /mo

The apex of the treasury career — combining market expertise, leadership, and strategic financial management at the highest level of banking.”

About This Role

Manages the bank's liquidity, investments, and foreign exchange risks to maintain financial stability.

A Day in the Life

Lead the treasury function of a Sri Lankan bank or large corporate, overseeing liquidity management, FX risk, funding strategy, and CBSL/regulatory compliance. Participate in ALCO and board-level financial planning.

  • Chair or participate in Asset-Liability Committee (ALCO) meetings
  • Set treasury policy for FX hedging, liquidity buffers, and investment mandates
  • Oversee dealing room operations and approve large transactions
  • Manage relationships with correspondent banks and CBSL
  • Ensure LCR (Liquidity Coverage Ratio) and NSFR compliance under Basel III
  • Report treasury performance to CFO and Board Risk Committee
  • Lead treasury team of dealers and analysts

Work Environment

OFFICETeam: SMALLFORMALRemote: LOW

Senior leadership role in bank treasury or large corporate. Less day-to-day dealing, more strategy and oversight. Regular board-level interaction. Responsible for the institution's entire liquidity and FX risk profile.

Typical hours: 50h/week · WLB score 3/10 · OCCASIONAL overtime

Senior position with more controlled hours than junior dealing room roles. Crisis periods (2022 LKR crisis) required extreme hours.

Skills Required

Required

Treasury Management

Preferred

Financial Risk Management

Technical Skills

ALM (Asset-Liability Management)Basel III LCR/NSFRALCO managementFX risk policyCBSL regulatory complianceInterest rate risk on banking book (IRRBB)Transfer pricing of funds (FTP)Capital markets funding

Soft Skills

LeadershipStrategic thinkingBoard-level communicationRisk culture leadershipStakeholder managementDecision-making under uncertainty

Tools & Software

Bloomberg TerminalALM systems (Moody's ALM, QRM)Murex / Finastra Summit TMSCBSL reporting systemsPowerBI / Tableau for treasury dashboards

Salary in Sri Lanka (LKR / month)

Entry LevelRs.200k – Rs.300k/mo
Mid-LevelRs.350k – Rs.550k/mo
SeniorRs.600k – Rs.1200k/mo
Entry: Senior Treasury Dealer / Treasury Manager (Deputy)Mid: Treasury Manager / Head of DealingSenior: Head of Treasury / Chief Dealer / Group Treasurer

Typical progression: 8yr to mid · 12yr to senior

Typically 8–12 years in treasury roles progressing from operations → dealing → management. Often requires CFA or MBA to reach Head of Treasury at major banks.

Global Salary (USD / year)

Entry Level$90k – $130k/yr
Mid-Level$140k – $200k/yr
Senior$220k – $400k/yr

Top Markets

SingaporeLondonDubaiHong KongNew York

Market Outlook

STABLE

Senior treasury managers are scarce in SL — limited supply of experienced professionals for top banking treasury roles. CBSL Basel III requirements increasing complexity.

Hiring: LOW

Bank of CeylonCommercial BankSampath BankPeople's BankHNBNSBJohn Keells Holdings (corporate treasury)MAS Holdings

STABLE

Senior treasury managers always in demand at global banks and multinationals. Increased regulatory complexity post-2008 and post-SVB makes this role critical.

Entry Requirements

Sri Lanka

Min. EducationBachelor's in Finance/Accounting + professional qualification
Experience8+ years in treasury or financial markets

Preferred

CFA (CFA Institute)ICASL (CA Sri Lanka)ACCA professional levelMBA Finance from recognized institution

Global

Min. EducationBachelor's + CFA or ACT qualification
Experience10+ years in treasury/ALM roles

Preferred

CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst)ACT Fellow (FCT)MBA FinanceBig bank treasury leadership track record

Helpful Certifications

CFA (CFA Institute)ICASL (CA Sri Lanka)ACI DiplomaACT (Association of Corporate Treasurers)CIMAMBA Finance

Entrepreneurship & Freelancing

Freelance: LOWRemote: LOWCapital: LOW

Freelance earnings: $1000–$4000/mo (USD)

Platforms (SL)

Advisory to corporates on FX risk management

Business Ideas

  • Treasury consultancy for corporates
  • FX risk management advisory for exporters/importers
  • ALM advisory for smaller banks and finance companies

Side Income Ideas

Treasury training for banking professionalsCFA/ACI exam coachingBoard risk committee advisory

Retired senior bankers often provide consultancy to NBFIs and corporates.

Risks & Challenges

AI Replacement Risk

LOW

LONG TERM

Burnout Risk

MEDIUM

Job Security (SL)

HIGH

Strategic treasury management, ALCO leadership, and regulatory relationship management are highly human-dependent.

Burnout Causes

Ultimate responsibility for institutional liquidityBoard and regulatory scrutinyMarket crises (as SL experienced in 2022)

Physical Health Risks

Sedentary senior roleWork-related stress

Mental Health Risks

Systemic risk responsibilityRegulatory and board pressureCrisis management stress

How to Mitigate

  • Invest in CFA for global credibility
  • Build CBSL relationships
  • Stay ahead on Basel III/IV developments relevant to SL banks

Is This Career For You?

Highly ambitious finance students with strong analytical skills who aspire to senior banking leadership roles.

Personality Types

ENTJESTJINTJ

Core Motivations

Strategic financial leadershipInstitutional stabilityMarket expertise at senior level

What You'll Love

  • One of the most senior and influential roles in banking
  • Direct impact on bank's financial stability
  • Regular board-level engagement

What's Challenging

  • Ultimate accountability for liquidity risk
  • Regulatory burden
  • Long career path to reach this level

How to Qualify in Sri Lanka

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University Degrees (20)

Browse all →
CommerceEastern University, Sri LankaGov
⏱ 4.0
CommerceEastern University, Sri LankaGov
⏱ 4.0
Management Studies (TV)Eastern University, Sri LankaGov
⏱ 3.0
Management Studies (TV)Eastern University, Sri LankaGov
⏱ 3.0
ManagementSabaragamuwa University of Sri LankaGov
⏱ 4.0
ManagementSabaragamuwa University of Sri LankaGov
⏱ 4.0
ManagementSouth Eastern University of Sri LankaGov
⏱ 4.0
ManagementSouth Eastern University of Sri LankaGov
⏱ 4.0
ManagementUniversity of ColomboGov
⏱ 4.0
ManagementUniversity of ColomboGov
⏱ 4.0
CommerceUniversity of JaffnaGov
⏱ 4.0
CommerceUniversity of JaffnaGov
⏱ 4.0
ManagementUniversity of JaffnaGov
⏱ 4.0
ManagementUniversity of JaffnaGov
⏱ 4.0
CommerceUniversity of KelaniyaGov
⏱ 4.0
CommerceUniversity of KelaniyaGov
⏱ 4.0
ManagementUniversity of KelaniyaGov
⏱ 4.0
ManagementUniversity of KelaniyaGov
⏱ 4.0
ManagementUniversity of RuhunaGov
⏱ 4.0
ManagementUniversity of RuhunaGov
⏱ 4.0

At a Glance

SL Salary (entry)Rs.200k – Rs.300k/mo
SL Salary (senior)Rs.600k – Rs.1200k/mo
Global (senior)$220k – $400k/yr
SL DemandSTABLE
WLB Score3/10
Hours/week~50h
Remote WorkLOW

AI Replacement Risk

LOW

LONG TERM

Sectors

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

Lead the treasury function of a Sri Lankan bank or large corporate, overseeing liquidity management, FX risk, funding strategy, and CBSL/regulatory compliance. Participate in ALCO and board-level financial planning.

To become a Treasury Manager in Sri Lanka, you typically need Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting + professional qualification. Relevant degree programmes include: Commerce, Commerce, Management Studies (TV). Professional qualifications: Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, Chartered Financial Analyst, Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. Explore step-by-step career roadmaps contributed by Sri Lankan Treasury Managers at paths.lk/career-paths/treasury-manager.

In Sri Lanka, a Treasury Manager earns LKR 200k–LKR 300k/month at entry level, LKR 350k–LKR 550k/month at mid-level, and LKR 600k–LKR 1200k/month at senior level. Globally, experienced Treasury Managers earn USD 400k+/year.

Key skills for a Treasury Manager in Sri Lanka: Treasury Management. Important soft skills: Leadership, Strategic thinking, Board-level communication. Tools and software: Bloomberg Terminal, ALM systems (Moody's ALM, QRM), Murex / Finastra Summit TMS, CBSL reporting systems.

Typically 8–12 years in treasury roles progressing from operations → dealing → management. Often requires CFA or MBA to reach Head of Treasury at major banks.

Senior treasury managers are scarce in SL — limited supply of experienced professionals for top banking treasury roles. CBSL Basel III requirements increasing complexity.

The apex of the treasury career — combining market expertise, leadership, and strategic financial management at the highest level of banking.

Senior leadership role in bank treasury or large corporate. Less day-to-day dealing, more strategy and oversight. Regular board-level interaction. Responsible for the institution's entire liquidity and FX risk profile.