Job Overview
Design Studio Manufacturing (Pvt) Ltd is hiring a Compliance Officer for the apparel industry. The role supports the implementation and monitoring of statutory, social, environmental, health and safety, and international buyer compliance requirements across the company’s apparel manufacturing facilities and head office, working under the guidance of the Head of Audit & Compliance.
Position Details
- Position: Compliance Officer (Apparel Industry)
- Company: Design Studio Manufacturing (Pvt) Ltd
- Locations: Anuradhapura or Kurunegala (Anuradhapura District / Kurunegala District)
- Working days: Monday to Friday (7.30 AM to 5.30 PM)
Organization Overview
Studio 21 and the Design Studio group are described as names synonymous with the end-to-end sourcing of high-end ladies’ wear for UK and European high street retailers. The group says it produces roughly 5 million sustainable garments annually with a head office based in Sri Lanka, with its Sales & Marketing office operating in London.
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Labour Relations, Law, Compliance or a related field
- Minimum 1–2 years of relevant experience in social compliance, factory compliance, auditing or a related field, preferably in the apparel or garment manufacturing industry
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor compliance with Sri Lankan labour laws, EPF/ETF requirements and applicable statutory regulations
- Support compliance with international buyer standards, including WRAP, amfori BSCI, SEDEX/SMETA, SA8000 and relevant ISO standards
- Conduct routine factory inspections to assess social compliance, workplace health and safety, and employee welfare
- Assist with buyer audits, internal audits and statutory inspections by maintaining required documentation
- Identify compliance gaps and report non-compliances to the Head of Audit & Compliance
- Follow up on corrective action plans with factory Human Capital teams and other relevant departments
- Maintain compliance records, audit reports, inspection checklists and corrective action trackers
- Support employee awareness programmes on labour rights, workplace ethics, health and safety, and buyer requirements
- Assist in monitoring compliance to applicable laws, customer requirements and company policies
Required Skills
- Basic knowledge of Sri Lankan labour law, employment practices, EPF/ETF requirements and workplace health and safety regulations
- Familiarity with apparel buyer compliance standards, including WRAP, amfori BSCI, SEDEX/SMETA, SA8000 and relevant ISO standards
- Understanding of social compliance audits, factory inspections, employee documentation and corrective action follow-ups
- Good analytical, communication, coordination and report-writing skills
Salary & Benefits
- A challenging and diverse working environment with clear talent pathways and opportunities to climb up in the corporate ladder
- An attractive remuneration package (amount not stated)
How to Apply
Email your CV to careers@designstudiolk.com, mentioning the position in the subject line.
Important Notes
- Closing date: 9 November 2026
- These positions are based at Anuradhapura or Kurunegala