Amristar Wickramaratna
About Amristar Wickramaratna
Amristar Wickramaratna is a legal researcher with a background in sociology and law, having studied at the University of Colombo and the University of London. He has held various positions in legal and compliance roles across multiple organizations, focusing on data privacy and AI governance.
Work at Deriv
Amristar Wickramaratna currently serves as a Legal Researcher at Deriv, a role he has held since 2024 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Prior to this position, he worked as a Compliance and Banking Executive at Deriv from 2022 to 2024. His responsibilities in these roles have involved ensuring compliance with legal standards and conducting thorough legal research to support the company's operations.
Education and Expertise
Amristar Wickramaratna has a strong educational background in law and sociology. He obtained a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of London, studying from 2014 to 2018. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of Colombo between 2015 and 2018. Currently, he is pursuing the Ultimate CIPM Certification Program for Privacy Leaders at Privacy Pros Academy, focusing on data privacy.
Background
Amristar Wickramaratna has a diverse professional background in legal and compliance roles. He began his career as a Legal Intern in Intellectual Property at MAS Holdings from 2018 to 2019. He then progressed to various positions at Muve, including Associate Conveyancer, Deputy Conveyancing Manager, and Conveyancing Manager, from 2020 to 2022. His experience spans multiple countries, including work in the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates.
Achievements
Amristar Wickramaratna has demonstrated a commitment to data privacy throughout his career. He participated in an internship focused on GDPR and CCPA research in 2018, which significantly influenced his career path. He is also a member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), reflecting his dedication to staying informed about global privacy standards. His interests include AI governance, data protection, and data ethics.