Compliance Intern

Company Description Veritas Consultancies (Pvt) Ltd is a Sri Lankan consultancy focused on helping businesses and individuals build stronger systems, achieve compliance, and support sustainable growth. The company provides tailored services in ISO consultancy and implementation, gap assessments and internal audits, HR consultancy and audits, documentation and policy development, and personal development support. Veritas emphasizes understanding each client’s unique needs and delivering clear, practical, and sustainable solutions that improve processes, governance, and people management. The organization works with growing businesses, established organizations, and individuals, offering guidance aligned with their goals in trust, compliance, and growth. Applicants can expect a professional environment grounded in effective systems, empowered people, and continual improvement.
Role Description The Compliance Intern role is a remote internship position supporting the consultancy’s compliance and governance projects. Day-to-day tasks may include assisting with regulatory and legal compliance research, helping prepare and review documentation related to ISO standards and internal audits, and supporting gap assessments for client management systems. The intern will help compile and organize compliance data, draft basic reports and summaries under supervision, and contribute to policy and procedure development. The role also involves collaborating with consultants, participating in virtual meetings, and maintaining clear records of assigned tasks and timelines. This internship is designed to provide hands-on exposure to compliance management in a consulting environment while building practical skills and professional experience.
Qualifications
Strong interest in Compliance Management and Regulatory Compliance, with the ability to understand and apply basic compliance frameworks.
Analytical Skills to review information, identify gaps, and support data-driven recommendations.
Understanding or coursework in Legal Compliance, with the ability to interpret guidelines and summarize key requirements.
Effective Communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication in English and the ability to present findings concisely.
Currently pursuing or recently completed studies in Law, Business, Management, Compliance, or a related field.
Proficiency in common office tools (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, online collaboration platforms) and strong attention to detail.
Ability to work independently in a remote setting, manage time effectively, and follow instructions and deadlines.
Demonstrated interest in ISO standards, governance, risk, or audit-related work is an advantage.

Work arrangement
Yes