Chamila Perera
About Chamila Perera
Chamila Perera serves as the Head of Human Resources for HSBC Sri Lanka and Maldives, bringing over a decade of experience in HR within the financial services sector. She has held various roles at HSBC, including Senior Human Resources Manager in Hong Kong and Human Resources Relationship Manager in Sri Lanka.
Current Role at HSBC
Chamila Perera serves as the Head of Human Resources for HSBC Sri Lanka and Maldives. She has held this position since 2020, overseeing HR strategies and initiatives that align with the organization's business objectives. Her role involves managing various HR functions, including talent management, employee engagement, and performance management.
Previous Experience at HSBC
Chamila Perera has extensive experience at HSBC, having worked in multiple roles over a span of more than a decade. She began her career at HSBC in Sri Lanka in 1997, where she held various positions until 2007. She then transitioned to Hong Kong, where she served as Senior Human Resources Manager from 2010 to 2019, followed by a role as Senior Human Resources Consultant until 2020. Her diverse roles have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of HR practices within the financial services sector.
Education and Qualifications
Chamila Perera holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Edith Cowan University, which she completed from 2008 to 2010. She also earned an Intermediate Banking Diploma from the Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka. Additionally, she completed a Change Management Program at Duke Corporate Education and is a Certified Professional/Specialist from the International Public Management Association for HR.
Specializations and Expertise
Chamila Perera specializes in strategic HR planning, focusing on aligning HR initiatives with business goals. Her areas of expertise include change management, talent management, performance and reward systems, workforce capability, and employee engagement. She is recognized for her ability to collaborate with and influence senior leaders to achieve organizational objectives.
Background and Early Education
Chamila Perera completed her primary and secondary education at Trinity College in Kandy, Sri Lanka, from 1982 to 1996. This foundational education set the stage for her career in human resources and her subsequent academic achievements in business and banking.