Join the Oceans Community
Join the Oceans Community
Real opportunities. Real impact. Your career, redefined.
(NOTE: A human reviews every application at Oceans, so please apply for only one position and only once a year—if you're a better fit for another role, we’ll route your application accordingly and if we’re not quite ready for you, we’ll reach back out later.)
At Oceans, we help the best and brightest of Sri Lanka to take advantage of opportunities that otherwise wouldn’t be available to them, while supporting entrepreneurs around the world. Our community (we call them Divers) don’t do surface work—they go deep to solve complex challenges and make a real impact. And in doing so, they support bold ideas and expand their skills, broaden their expertise, and grow their careers, all without having to leave family and friends.
We work with global entrepreneurs and businesses who are always looking for smart, skilled professionals across many functions including:
- Business Operations
- Administrative Operations
- Chief of Staff
- Project Management
- Data Analytics
- Finance Operations
- Marketing Operations
- And more
Colleagues
Your primary stakeholder will typically be your client, working directly with them to ensure their goals—whether operational, financial, strategic, or personal—are met with precision and care. Depending on the role, you may also work alongside executives, cross-functional teams, external partners, or specialists to ensure seamless collaboration and execution.
At Oceans, you’ll also receive guidance and support from your Operations Manager, who will help you succeed in your role and ensure that you’re continuously growing and developing in your career.
Skills and Qualifications
At Oceans, we believe in T-shaped individuals—those who bring deep expertise in one area paired with broad curiosity across the business. While opportunities vary widely, we consistently look for professionals who combine strong execution with adaptability, communication, and ownership.
To excel in any role at Oceans, you should have:
- Experience: At least 4 years of experience within your area of expertise, ideally in fast-paced, high-performance, or client-facing environments.
- Communication Skills: Professional fluency in English, with strong reading, writing, and verbal communication abilities.
- Ownership & Execution: Ability to manage priorities independently and deliver consistently high-quality work.
- Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within diverse, remote-first teams.
- Technical & Functional Skills: Familiarity with the tools, systems, and workflows relevant to your field.
- Mindset: Curious, adaptable, proactive, and motivated by growth and impact.
Diversity of experience is core to Oceans. You are expected to work inclusively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds, ensuring that both personal and collective dignity are supported.
Role Specifications
This is a remote role, where you will be expected to work a split shift with some overlap with our client’s time zone. You will, however, be expected to be present for in-person training programs during your first 3.5 weeks with us. During the offer process, we’ll share more information about our benefits and compensation philosophy, considering both market trends and individual factors.
About Oceans
At Oceans Talent, we connect the world’s top talent with visionary companies building what’s next. Here, you’re not just stepping into another role — you’re joining a team that values individuality, ambition, and growth without limits. Unique, like you.
We’re always excited to share more about our journey, where we’re headed, and how you can grow with us throughout the interview process.
Want to learn more about our recruitment process, what to expect from interviews, and possible outcomes? Check out [The Dive].
Skills
As published by workable · 17 questions · 2 written answers
Basics
First name, Last name, Email, Phone, Address, Photo, Education, Experience, Summary, Resume, Cover letter
Short answers (8)
- Please enter your LinkedIn profile URL (e.g., https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourname)
- If one of our Divers referred you, please enter their full name (leave blank if not applicable)
- If you selected "Other," please specify the role you are applying for or your specific area of interest.
- Which tools or platforms have you worked with professionally? (CRM, project management, ATS, AI, or any other tools relevant to your role) List all that apply (e.g., HubSpot, QuickBooks, Asana, Trello, Workable, Claude, Gemini, Copilot).
- Do you have experience working from home? If so, for how long?
- What is your current gross salary?
- What is your expected gross salary?
- What is your notice period at your current workplace?
Pick from a list (7)
- Do you have at least 3 years of professional work experience (including internships)?
- Do you hold a completed Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, HND, Advanced Diploma, or equivalent professional qualification? (Currently pursuing a degree does not qualify. Proof of qualification may be requested.)
- Which best describes your current situation?
- Which area best aligns with your professional background?
- Are you willing to work overnight shifts? At minimum, this means being available until 12:30 PM IST. The more flexible you can be with your hours (e.g., available from as early as 2:30 AM IST), the easier it will be to match you with a great client.
- Are you currently planning to migrate within the next two years, or have you applied for migration within the past two years?
- Would you like to stay updated with the latest news and opportunities from Oceans?
Written answers (2)
- In no less than a paragraph, please tell us why this opportunity excites you and what motivated you to apply.
- In no less than a paragraph, tell us about two unique skills you possess that contribute to your role at Oceans.