ED / MD, Transaction Banking Product Management Group

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 maintains 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.

Reporting to GM of APAC Division, Strategy Planning Department, to lead the development of transaction banking channel used in APAC. This new development aims to improve clients' experience through expansion and improvement of the new transaction banking channel. Transaction banking is one of the strategic priorities for SMBC Group.

Job Responsibilities

1. Work closely with the Global Transaction Banking Department APAC to define the channel strategy, which is part of the overall transaction banking strategy for the region. New channel aims to strengthen the bank’s transaction banking service by enhancing end-to-end process.
2. Work closely with relative departments and teams in Japan, US, and EMEA. Coordinate the resource allocation and budget planning with TB Division Tokyo and APAC relevant departments.
3. Build a high-performing team of domain expertise, fostering a culture of innovation and compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
4. Manage SMBC partner ecosystem, including setting up new alliance partner arrangements, and reviewing existing alliance partners to achieve the objective.

Job Requirements

1. Proven experience in channel development for transaction banking.
2. Proven track record of successfully achieving and exceeding business targets.
3. Strong knowledge of regulatory environment and risk management practices.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with other key stakeholders including in APAC, Tokyo HQ, and other regions.
5. Exceptional leadership skills, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
6. Proficiency in Japanese is advantageous as this role needs to coordinate and collaborate regionally including Business Offices and Head Office in Japan.