CFA Society Sri Lanka honours top employers supporting CFA Charterholders and candidates

CFA Society Sri Lanka hosted the second edition of the Employer Recognition Program to recognise the top 25 employers of CFA Charterholders and candidates in Sri Lanka. 

The event was graced by Chief Guest, Central Bank Senior Deputy Governor Nelumani Daulagala, and Special Guest, CFA Institute Society Regional Director Reseena Abdullah.

The Employer Recognition Program serves as a platform to recognise organisations that actively support CFA Program candidates and Charterholders by providing employment opportunities, career guidance, and professional development. This initiative underscores the growing importance of the CFA credential in the Sri Lankan financial and investment industry.

CFA Society Sri Lanka President Rashmi Peiris Paranavitane said: “CFA Charterholders are employed by some of the biggest financial institutions such as JP Morgan, UBS, Morgan Stanley, BlackRock, and Goldman Sachs. Through this recognition program, we acknowledge Sri Lankan employers who share a similar commitment to excellence by hiring and supporting CFA Charterholders and candidates.”

CFA Employer Outreach Committee Chair Nuwan De Silva said: “Currently, approximately 120 employers across Sri Lanka’s private and public sectors recruit CFA Program candidates and Charterholders. These firms recognise that the CFA credential signifies expertise in portfolio management, financial analysis, and ethical standards, contributing to an organisation’s competitive advantage.”

He further emphasised the role CFA Charterholders play in shaping financial decision-making, stating: “Their expertise enhances client relationships, ensures strong investor protection, and mitigates financial risks, all of which are key factors in strengthening an organisation’s market position.”

The Employer Recognition Program offers significant benefits to employers, providing them with an industry-wide acknowledgment of their commitment to professional development and excellence. Recognised employers are featured on the CFA Society Sri Lanka website and gain access to the CFA Institute Career Centre for recruitment, helping them attract and retain top talent in a competitive job market.

CFA Institute Society Regional Director Reseena Abdullah commended CFA Society Sri Lanka’s efforts, stating, “The continuation of the Employer Recognition Program marks a significant milestone in reinforcing the importance of the CFA qualification in Sri Lanka’s financial sector.”

CFA Society Sri Lanka CEO Aruna Alwis said: “We are deeply appreciative of the firms that continue to work closely with CFA Society Sri Lanka, hiring and supporting CFA Charterholders and candidates. Their commitment strengthens the financial industry and reinforces the value of the CFA qualification.”

The event was attended by representatives of the top 25 employers supporting CFA Charterholders and Candidates in Sri Lanka. The recognised organisations include Acuity Knowledge Partners, NDB Capital Holdings, Uzabase Sri Lanka, Central Bank of Sri Lanka, Capital Alliance Ltd., HSBC Sri Lanka, LYNEAR Wealth Management, Standard Chartered Bank, Sri Lanka, MAS Holdings, KPMG Sri Lanka, Deloitte Sri Lanka, First Capital Holdings PLC, London Stock Exchange Group, John Keells Holdings PLC, Hayleys PLC, IFC - International Finance Corporation Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC, JB Financial Ltd., Asia Securities, Citibank NA- Colombo, DFCC Bank PLC, Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka, Hatton National Bank PLC, Hemas Holdings PLC, Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation Ltd.