ANURA KEPPETIPOLA
London
Summary
Experienced legal and criminal justice professional with a strong background in probation practice, business and commercial law, contract drafting, and regulatory compliance. Skilled communicator with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, concise reports for courts, regulators, clients, and policymakers. Proven record of delivering high-quality services across public sector, legal consultancy, and political research environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Probation Service Officer
Ministry of Justice
02.2023 - Current
- Supervise, assess, and support the rehabilitation of offenders in the community
- Prepare high-quality reports for courts, including Pre-Sentence Reports (PSRs)
- Draft public protection, risk management, and parole-related reports
- Conduct structured risk assessments and contribute to sentence planning
- Liaise and brief multi-agency partners across the criminal justice system
- Maintain accurate case records in line with HMPPS policies and professional standards
Legal Consultant
Independent / Corporate Clients
11.2019 - 05.2023
- Advised on corporate tax compliance and regulatory obligations
- Assisted with internal and external audits to confirm legal compliance
- Coordinated with external regulators to clarify compliance requirements
- Ensured organisational practices aligned with applicable laws and regulations
- Provided practical legal advice to support risk management and governance
Personal Assistant
Bush & Co
Guildford, Surrey
02.2017 - 02.2019
- Managed complex schedules and prioritised essential business activities
- Liaised with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations
- Coordinated day-to-day administrative and organisational functions
- Supported senior professionals with confidential and time-sensitive matters
- Guildford, Surrey
Legal Adviser
Reboili, SPA.
02.2014 - 03.2017
- Drafted and reviewed commercial contracts
- Assessed legal implications of business agreements and transactions
- Advised on procurement processes while ensuring compliance with legal standards
- Engaged with municipal authorities to secure required permissions and approvals
- Supported organisational compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations
- Italy
Personal Banking Adviser
Nationwide Building Society
Southgate, London
07.2010 - 07.2014
- Provided customers with clear, compliant financial and investment advice
- Promoted and sold a range of financial products, including loans, credit cards, savings, and insurance
- Managed customer queries and resolved complex financial issues effectively
- Supported customers in budgeting, financial planning, and responsible borrowing
- Ensured adherence to regulatory and compliance requirements in all client interactions
- Built strong customer relationships through a professional, ethical, and client-focused approach
- Southgate, London
Parliamentary Research Assistant
House of Commons
London
04.2008 - 02.2010
- Provided policy guidance and briefing support to Members of Parliament
- Researched and monitored legislative and policy developments
- Conducted detailed research to address public and constituency concerns
- Prepared briefing notes, reports, and parliamentary materials
- London
Education
LLM - International Business & Commercial Law
University of West London
01-2019
Bachelor of Social Sciences - Law & Policy Studies
University of North London
01-2000
Skills
- Analytical reasoning
- Legal analysis
- Report writing
- Criminal justice risk assessment
- Public protection
- Knowledge of legal frameworks
- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks
- Contract drafting
- Compliance
- Adaptability
- Professional communication
- Stakeholder communication
- Legal compliance
- Regulatory adherence
- Creative thinking
- Analytical-thinking
Custom Section
- Parliamentary Candidate for the UK Parliament
- Elected Chair, Conservative Party – Ealing Northfield
- Policy Adviser to the Conservative Party
Hobbies and Interests
- Walking
- Swimming
- Cooking
- Reading law, economics, international politics, and current affairs
Languages
Sinhalese
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Probation Service Officer
Ministry of Justice
02.2023 - Current
Legal Consultant
Independent / Corporate Clients
11.2019 - 05.2023
Personal Assistant
Bush & Co
02.2017 - 02.2019
Legal Adviser
Reboili, SPA.
02.2014 - 03.2017
Personal Banking Adviser
Nationwide Building Society
07.2010 - 07.2014
Parliamentary Research Assistant
House of Commons
04.2008 - 02.2010
LLM - International Business & Commercial Law
University of West London
Bachelor of Social Sciences - Law & Policy Studies
University of North London