Headquartered in Tokyo, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) is a leading global financial institution and a core member of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMBC Group). Built upon our rich Japanese heritage since 1876, we put our customers first and provide seamless access to, from and within the Asia Pacific region. SMBC is one of the largest Japanese banks by assets and maintain strong credit ratings across our global integrated network. We work closely as one SMBC Group to offer personal, corporate and investment banking services to meet the needs of our customers.
With sustainability embedded within our strategy and operations, we are committed to creating a society in which today’s generation can enjoy economic prosperity and well-being, and pass it on to future generations.
Job Responsibilities:
This position will be responsible for the development, commercialization and management of cash management solutions in Asia Pacific. His/her primary responsibility and focus will be development and management of delivery channels products and solutions, especially corporate internet banking. He/she will also support payments/collections, liabilities, liquidity management, trade and FX solutions on corporate delivery channels.
1. Product Strategy, Development and Management
- Lead product stratey, definition, scope, voice-of-customer, requirements definition to deliver value-added channel products and solutions to clients
- Manage end-to-end implementation of new channels and new capabilities on existing channels, ensuring timely delivery and compliance.
- Develop, manage, commercialize and roll out cash management products and services on delivery channels solutions across Asia Pacific countries.
- Define and execute the product roadmap aligned with client needs, growth strategies, operational efficiency and regulatory requirements.
- Domain expert responsible for product approvals, product design, process planning, legal documentation, pre-sales and post-sales support.
- Formulate implementation and migration strategies for channels products, as applicable
2. Stakeholder Collaboration
- Work with Sales, Operations, Implementation, Service, Legal and Compliance and country stakeholders on market, regulatory and client requirements.
- Drive product delivery by collaborating with Head Office and stakeholders to establish program timelines, then ensure execution excellence and achieve commercial outcomes.
- Lead teams across the region.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, IT or related field.
- Minimum 20 years of experience in transaction banking/ related areas, with proven experience in digital channels.
- The candidate should possess strong experience in product management and delivery within APAC region as well as knowledge of latest market developments and regulatory landscape.
- Experience in developing and launching new channels and products for Transaction Banking is important.
- Leadership and people management experience is a pre-requisite.
- Strong project management and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication for cross-functional and client interactions; customer-centric mindset with attention to detail.
If you’re a passionate TB professional eager to make an impact, we welcome you to be part of our team. Help us shape the future of digital solutions across SMBC Global Transaction Banking Department, Asia Pacific!
