Total 173 job vacancies by Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation

Responsibilities

• To work with important stakeholders to implement a new regional operational resilience framework in APAC
• To review, monitor and analyse Operational Risk Events (OREs) and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) for reporting at risk management committees/meetings
• To review new product applications and risk reporting (eg. Risk Register, Risk Incident/Issue in GRC system) from Operational Risk management perspective
• To perform regular review of regional and local operational risk related policies and procedures.
• Organize and conduct operational risk management-related meetings and training

Requirements

• Good knowledge of Operational Risk Management-related regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Familiarity with ICAAP, RCSA, operational resilience concepts (eg. Business Continuity Management, Disaster Recovery planning) and non-financial risk management (eg. Technology Risk, Third-Party Risk) will be favorably considered.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in operational risk management, preferably in banking or financial services.
• Good project management skills and experience.
• Ability to perform gap analysis of operational risk management policies and processes against new regulatory requirements and guidelines.
• Self-starter and a critical thinker.
• Proactive, resourceful and able to think and act strategically and tactically.
• Certifications such as FRM, PRM or any Operational Risk or Business Continuity Management-related qualifications would be advantageous.
• Able to multi-task and work independently under tight timelines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Culturally sensitive.

Job Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders across departments (front office, IT, compliance etc) to develop analyses and documentation in a collaborative way, communicating effectively and efficiently with managerial and executive teams
• Evaluate and analyze requirements on a continuing basis, and maintain processes, including the preparation of regular status reports to respective stakeholders
• Design and propose process changes and solution where applicable
• Prepare and update internal and external documentation, and formally initiate and deliver requirements and documentation
• Develop collaborative working relationships with key stakeholders, and respond to questions and concerns from managers and executives with supporting research and recommendations

Job Requirements

• Related degree in Banking / Business Administration / IT
• 3-7 years’ experience in supporting projects, project teams and/or organizational-wide programs
• Corporate banking and/or consulting experience
• Experience with front and/or middle office projects is preferred
• Experience / certification in project management, design thinking, process improvement (eg lean six sigma) is preferred
• Collaborative mindset and ability to connect with various levels within the organization
• Good eye for detail and ability to provide analytical assessments to the Program and Project Teams
• Ability to multitask and provide support for multiple projects
• Strong working knowledge of relevant Microsoft applications (Visio, Power Apps, Power BI etc)
• Proven ability to manage projects and user acceptance testing
• Extensive experience with data visualization
• Proficient in technical writing

Job Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to cultivate and promote a strong risk culture and ensure adherence to policies, procedures and standards
• Develop risk frameworks, standards and policies, and provide oversight across the 1st Line of Defence
• Review and challenge the effectiveness of risk controls in the 1st Line of Defence and implement best risk management practices
• Organize committee/taskforce meetings and manage consultations to ensure timely escalation and proper approval of deals, applications and policies
• Plan, manage and prioritize actions to manage regulatory expectations and audit requirements

Requirements

• Self-starter and critical thinker with good leadership skills
• Strong project management skills; prior experience in implementing or managing GRC system preferred
• University Graduate (BA or BSc in an analytical field)
• Minimum 5 years of banking experience in Risk Management or Compliance; Prior experience in working with GRC system preferred
• Any risk management-related certification (eg. FRM, PRM, SCR) preferred
• Proactive, resourceful and able to think and act strategically and tactically
• Able to multi-task and work independently under tight timelines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Culturally sensitive

Responsibilities

• Provide assurance on regulatory compliance, accuracy and completeness over DTCC (Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation) reporting by performing independent validation of report submissions (frequency to be aligned to QA policies if any e.g. monthly, quarterly).
• Detect anomalies if any across (sub)asset classes and lifecycle events.
• By performing validation checks (sampled over several days to reconcile across multiple lifecycle events), candidate will:
• Perform process reviews on the reporting process i.e. review if controls are properly designed to mitigate the specific risk identified in the reporting process and checks for documentation / formalization by 1LOD (1st Line of defense).
• Checks if controls are carried out effectively i.e. being performed properly as described / documented.
• Trace sample trades in source system to reporting system to confirm mapping is in accordance with regulatory expectation.
• Review of timeliness of submissions.
• Temporarily supporting the advice to relevant stakeholders when corresponding with MAS on submission matters; supporting the definition of reporting requirements and changes to business requirement documents (these primarily will be assumed by 1LOD function once ready).

Requirements

• Commercial experience in wholesale bank / full bank.
• Prior experience in audit exposure over DTCC reporting will be advantageous.
• Prior experience in regulatory reporting in DTCC will be considered.
• Meticulous, strong stakeholder management and communication skills (written and spoken)
• Team oriented
• University degree in Accountancy or Chartered Accountancy, MAS regulatory reporting exposure.

As a trusted partner, you will be responsible for providing an independent credit risk evaluation of SMBC credit assets in Asia Pacific region. Credit assets include (but not limited to) exposures to Corporates, Banks / Non-Banks Financial Institutions, Structured Real Estate finance, Project Finance, Securitization, and Leveraged Buyout (‘LBO’) as part of the third line of defence function. As Regional Credit Reviewer, CRG would add value and improve the bank’s credit evaluation by bringing a disciplined approach to the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. You may have to travel and work closely with the other Credit Review Departments or other credit departments.

Responsibilities:-

• Conduct continuous credit reviews of individual borrowers on an ongoing basis, to assess the appropriateness of risk ratings of Obligor Grade and classification of Borrower’s Category for the Bank’s credit assets booked in Asia Pacific, ensuring adherence to internal grading policies.
• To participate as a team member (‘Person in charge’) for assigned On-site credit reviews and / or Thematic review assignments. Focus of these reviews is to assess appropriateness of risk ratings of Obligor Grade assigned / classification of Borrower Category, adequacy of credit underwriting quality including financial projections, and robustness of credit risk management in line with internal policy requirements.
• Provide value-added recommendations to Business Units (BUs) based on potential issues identified in all credit reviews.
• Follow-up on open issues identified and conduct validation review on remediation actions taken by auditee, in accordance with IADAP CRG recommendations and address BUs’ concerns accordingly.
• Continuously monitor and update IADAP CRG and local branch management on regulatory changes or market conditions for new and emerging risks in the respective audit locations.
• Continuously review and propose improvement to IADAP CRG’s review process to ensure adequacy and efficiency of the controls in place against market practice.
• Participate in department-wide initiatives and perform other duties as assigned by Department Head.
• Travel within APAC region, if required

Requirements:-

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accountancy/Banking, Business Studies/Administration/Management or equivalent is preferred.
• 7-10 years’ experience in the areas of credit risk analysis, credit approval, and / or credit review function. Audit experience would be an added advantage.
• Strong background in credit risk analysis, financial analysis / projections, and experienced with credit rating models for Large Corporate customers. Experience / knowledge in Structured Real Estate finance, Project Finance, Securitization, LBO, Banks / Non-Banks Financial Institutions, natural resources, Islamic Finance would be an added advantage.
• Experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and Powerpoint. Added advantage for knowledge / experience in Power BI, Power Apps, and programming application
• Good writing and communication skills, with ability to identify and articulate issues / observations
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work well in a team as well as contribute individually within stipulated timelines.
• Audit background is preferred but not mandatory.

Desired Skills and Experience

Credit Risk Management, Risk Assessment, Interpersonal Skills, Risk Management, Accounting, Compliance, Excel, Internal Audit, Team Player, KYC, Audit, Corporate Finance, Credit Risk, Structured Finance

• To prepare internal reports, e.g monthly credit portfolio (including RAF and ESG components) report to senior management
• To create and/or review SNG regulatory reporting (e.g. IFRS9 ECL reporting) and support the other regional branches
• To support front offices and credit department to conduct EWI check and due date management
• To enhance data management on credit risk management
• To support all internal credit risk management planning and other regulatory requirements

Requirements :

• Degree or equivalent
• 2 years hands-on experience in Database management, preferably in Credit Risk area
• Strong Excel Skills and Programming Skills such as SQL, Access, SAS or VBA
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Meticulous, with an eye for details
• Able to work under tight time lines

Job Purpose

The Asia Head of Rates and Currencies Investor Sales is responsible for driving the sales of macro cross-asset products to institutional investor clients. Main activities consist of building and marketing of flow and non-flow macro products to Institutional Investors in the Asia Ex-Japan region, with a key focus on real money and hedge fund clients.

Job Responsibilities

• Sales Management responsibilities over designated team members to lead and drive to meet sales targets, supervise a sales team, manage day-to-day operations, and own product development responsibilities
• Build and manage key coverage relationships with large institutional names
• Grow Institutional macro business (focus on FX / Rates) with all key client segments including Central banks, Sovereign Wealth Funds, Insurance Companies, Banks, Asset Managers, Hedge funds and Private Wealth Clients.
• Work closely with market making traders to market macro products and perform client servicing duties
• Service and grow flow market share of electronic trading platforms in FX and rates including but not limited to FXConnect, FXGo, FXT, BidFX, Portware
• Work with structurers and relationship managers to design trade ideas and solutions for institutional clients.
• Develop and disseminate thought leadership ideas including trade ideas based on market movements by working closely with traders, economists, and strategists
• Identify new opportunities for target client list and expand flow business with existing clients to meet demanding revenue targets.
• Cooperate closely with internal stakeholders and related entities to find profit making initiatives.
• Support banks’ principle of collaboration inter and intra departments to create value for clients and shareholders by increasing productivity.
• Interact and coordinate effectively with various internal stakeholders on client management issues including risk, relationship management, onboarding, legal, compliance, settlement, and operations.
• Keep abreast of regulations and have strong risk control practice to ensure self and team compliance with limits and regulations.

Job Requirements

• More than 12 years of sales experience in flow and structured interest rates and FX products
• Strong senior and working relationships in Asia with institutional clients including central banks, sovereign wealth funds, asset managers and especially hedge funds which is backed by proven consistent execution track record and positive feedback
• Independent and motivated to deliver results while working in a collaborative environment. Good project management and coordination skills would be a pre-requisite
• Leadership skills to inspire and groom a team to extract best performance
• Solid market connection and intelligence to be plugged in to latest market trends, information, industry knowledge, product knowledge
• Creative thinker to find solutions to challenges to enable to growth and new processes and framework
• Experienced in documentation and onboarding process from front-office to back-office
• Familiarity with electronic platforms including Bloomberg, FXGO, Reuters, FXT, FXConnect, BidFX, Portware, Markitwire
• Good bachelor degree in Finance, economics, commerce or engineering
• Strong sense of ethics

• Day to day AML-related issues including reviewing and handling sanctions or transaction monitoring investigations and assisting with overseeing monitoring of AML matters as set out in local regulations and HO policies
• Assisting in reviewing and keeping dept desk procedures and guides up to date
• Conducting AML reviews and advising on AML requirements (but excluding legal advice)
• On the job training of new joiners
• monitoring and supervising the AML framework of assigned APAC offices including working with AMLOs to understand the AML laws, policies and practices of the APAC office, keeping up to date with international developments in AML as well as changes to HO policies and recommend and monitor changes to the office’s policies, providing advice to AMLOs on AML matters (other than legal matters) and reviewing AML Procedure Manuals for assigned APAC offices
• Preparation of monthly reports and using data to analyse risk trends
• Other tasks assigned by team lead or dept head

Requirements :

• Degree or Diploma
• At least 2 years AML experience in banking/FI is preferred
• Must have an eye for detail and an analytical mind and willing to be hands on
• Understanding of MAS 626 and AML requirements
• Willing to be hands-on, team oriented and able to work under pressure
• Meticulous, with an eye for details
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)

Responsibilities

• Conduct KYC Periodic Review for Corporate customers, Financial Institution customers, and Wealth customers.
• Coordinate between relevant parties such as Relationship Manager, KYC Checkers, Compliance team to complete review in timely manner.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders where additional documents needed.
• Ensure compliance to policies and procedures when performing day to day activities.
• Coordinate and/or prepare the required management information reporting data as applicable
• Other tasks as assigned by Group Head / Team Lead

Requirements

• At least Bachelors degree
• At least 1 year experience in KYC Periodic Review for Corporate customers
• Able to link diverse information to build a full picture and spot inconsistencies
• Good knowledge of MAS regulation on AML and Sanctions requirements including KYC, Screening
• Good team player within the department and organization
• Good communications skills, hands on, independent and proactive in carrying out investigation on customers and/or transactions. Able to work with front office and back office

Job Purpose

SMBC focus on properly controlling bank’s balance sheets in APAC, promoting sustainable growth of SMFG in growing markets in this region. It is important to improve Asset and Liability Management and appropriately control the liquidity and market risk. This position will be an officer which in charge of managing balance and performance of the bank’s asset and liability (ALM).

The coverage area for this position extends not only Singapore but also to Bangkok (Thailand), Sydney (Australia), Mumbai and New Delhi (India), Taipei (Taiwan), Seoul (South Korea) and Malaysia. As considering particularity in market-related products such as cash operations, off-balance sheet operations and bond operations, expertise knowledge and experience on those shall be necessary. This position also shall require communication, discussion and reporting in English and Japanese.

Job Responsibilities

• To keep the bank's asset and liability portfolio well in order to comply with regulatory requirements
• To have precise prediction and improve financial profitability and capital efficiency
• To lead mulitple projects in collaboration with related departments for the above purpose
• To comply with all the back's rules and regulatory requirements
• To support APAC branches/Subsidiaries for better quality and practice for their ALM purpose

Job Requirements

• Bachelor or more degree in Finance, Economics, Law, Engineering or a related field
• Well-acknowledged on asset and liability management
• 3+ years of experience in both cash and bond interbank trader
• Proficiency in Japanese language in preferred for regular communication with the head office in Japan as the reports and presentation will need to in Japanese
• Project leading coaching and training skills and experiences
• Integrity
• Strong ethics
• Team player

Job Responsibilities:

• Support daily operations in processing transactions in an accurate and timely manner.
• Investigate and report discrepancies and irregularities arising from transactions and resolve issues.
• Verify counter-party confirmation and send tracer as and when required.
• Prepare MTM reports for customers.
• Perform Cashflow Funding duty.
• Monitor activities offshored.
• Ensure prompt submission of statistical reports to local management, Head Office and MAS.
• Regular update of group procedure manual (BOP) to ensure the group operations is in accordance to SMBC policies, audit comments and in compliance to local as well as related overseas law and regulations.
• To participate and be familiar with BCP procedures and processes in BCP drills.
• To perform duties assigned by supervisor, Group Head or Management and cover the duties and responsibilities of staff in the event of an emergency/crisis.
• To ensure operations is in accordance with local laws and related overseas laws and regulations, Head Office policies and Branch procedures.
• Investigate and report discrepancies and irregularities arising from transactions, system failure, etc and resolve issues including handling stakeholder’s complaints and escalating all issues to Group Head/Deputy Group Head promptly.

Job Requirements:

• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply
• Proactive and creative
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Able to work independently and a good team player
• Able to handle BAU pertaining UAT and projects
• Hybrid workstyle but willing to come in to work in office as per staff handbook guideline.

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate new network solutions beneficial to the bank, developing network architecture and design suitable for deployment into production environment.
• Leads as the subject matter expert, to design, plan and deploy the right functional technical solution accordance with the specification and service levels of business and/or system requirements.
• Designing, implementing, and supporting network solutions involving, but not limited to Routing & Switching, SD WAN, Firewalls, secure Internet Gateway, LAN/WLAN, SASE and VPNs technologies.
• Work with server and application teams in troubleshooting to identify root cause and for the completion of network security initiatives.
• Support major incidents or changes when there is escalation from operation team, working with the related stakeholders and takes corrective/preventive actions.
• Work with respective countries team members on the review of network architecture and design, troubleshooting, as well as to work on network and security infrastructure domain.
• Create and update technical standards and architecture specifications.
• Provide network architecture reviews, assessments and recommend remediation/enhancement to improve operational efficiency and compliant to existing IT policies and governance.
• Prepare and present technical documentations. Ensure that the technical settings comply with company policy and regulatory requirements and work with stakeholders to align infrastructure direction.
• Plan, communicate and coordinate with external vendors to ensure systems and applications are delivered in accordance with SLA.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or closely related field with 8+ years of total experience in Network Operations, Implementation and Design with min. 5+ years of experience in Solution Planning, Design, Architecture, and Implementation.
• Strong systems engineering skills with Network and Firewall architecture.
• Industrial certification: CCDE, CCIE (R&S or Security), CCNP or CCNSP, and ITIL.
• In-depth technical experience and proficiency in deploying network system(s) implementation for large enterprise and data center routing switching environments.
• Hands-on experience in implementation and setup of high-availability, multi-layer datacenter networks, Internet Gateway, VPN, ISE
• Experienced in Cisco Router and Switches (ASR, ISR, Nexus, Catalyst), advance IP routing and switching technologies, particularly BGP, SDWAN, OSPF, PBR, QOS, VRRP, VPC and VXLAN.
• Experienced in Firewalls (Cisco, Checkpoint, Fortinet and Palo Alto), Load balancers (F5).
• Proficient in technical report writing and documentation.
• Knowledge and experience in IT Service Management (ITSM) would be valuable.
• Prior working experience as an IT professional in banking or financial institution is an advantage. Knowledge of industry technology trends
• Knowledge of IT security, Risk Management and Security Controls
• Work location: One@ChangiCity

Job Purpose

To carry out the various roles and responsibilities as an Agent Bank in the agency front function.

Job Responsibilities

Review draft loan documentation

• Review clauses relevant to facility agent and security agent roles for both new and existing transactions and to ensure compliance with internal guidelines.

Set up new loans

• Check and reconcile conditions precedent documents prior to drawdown
• Monitor the necessary procedures for drawdown
• Obtain documents necessary for the new loans
• Set up various control sheets and internal records for ongoing monitoring

Manage loan administration function

• Manage loan drawdown and prepayment with support of Agency Ops team
• Provide advice to Agency Ops team on Ops matter : drawdown rollover, repayment or prepayment
• Monitor and follow up covenant and collateral monitoring periodically
• Manage the securities assigned to the loan agency

Handle waiver and various requests from Borrowers

• Process waiver / amendment requests relating to the finance documents
• Follow up with Lenders for their responses to the waiver / amendment requests
• Arrange and attend lenders' meeting, if necessary
• Collect and distribute various documents / information required under finance documents
• Follow up with borrowers for the submission of various documents as required under the finance documents or required by the lenders
• Dispatch relevant documents to lenders within a reasonable time frame
• Handle loan transfer, respond to general inquiry from borrowers and lenders and other relevant duties required of a loan agent

Administrative and other duties

• Manage the documents to be sent or retrieve from vault for the whole team,
• Maintenance of current accounts of the customers,
• Internal reporting and BCP procedure manual and processes,
• Ad-hoc projects and duties as assigned from time to time

Job Requirements

• Degree in Business Administration
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in agency and /or credit administration in banks with ability to read loan agreements
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications – Word, Excel, Power Point
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
• Meticulous, pro-active and a positive attitude
• Able to work independently

Job Responsibilities

• Expense and Procurement
• Perform fee calculation for outsourcing fee to SSC and arrange for payment processing
• Review expense claim and invoice processing
• Provide sanity check on KPI reports and other processing reports
• Consolidate response for survey/project
• Maintenance for DocuSign Account, DLP mail examination Group
• Coordinate within OPG and other department on tasks relating to administrative support
• Document and record keeping
• Arrange for new joiner onboarding and leaver process

Job Requirements

• Diploma or equivalent with min. 1 year of administrative/support experience in banking/FI.
• Team player and possess an eye for detail.
• Able to work independently and under pressure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Work location: One@ChangiCity

Job Requisition

Responsible for Trade Finance marketing and customer engagement, structuring Trade solutions, and meeting Trade KPIs for SMBC Singapore and GTFD.

Job Responsibilities

• To carry out marketing activities for trade finance products (LC/ guarantee issuance, LC confirmation / discounting, ARP, SCF, milestone basis mid-term trade solutions, structured trade, and ECA finance). Incumbent is expected to develop relationship with customers (non Japanese corporate clients, SG local companies and Global subsidiries in SG) and industry players to further the development of GTFD business.
• Responsible for marketing from origination, structuring, negotiation, documentation to deal execution for corporate clients. Managing workflow with team members from GTFD, other departments including but not limited to Coverage, Legal, Credit, Operations for successful deal management
• To demonstrate SMBC’s best practice by following internal rule & procedure, relevant regulations and compliance matters (understanding on mission statement & 5 values, related HQ policies, procedure manual, pre-consultation process, etc)
• Promoting the trade finance business collaboration between Japanese and Non-Japanese coverage team through the target customer’s account planning.
• Report progress on pipeline deals and updates on marketing activities, support Head of Working Capital in business and reporting activities.. Act as back-up for Manager for assigned areas during compliance leave or other periods as agreed with GTFD management.

Job Requirements

• Rich experience of trade finance marketing promotion, origination, structuring, commercial negotiation and deal execution.
• Strong customer centric mindset and active marketing attitude.
• Strong communication skill to manage key relationships internally & externally
• Demonstrate SMBC’s best practice as a role model, act as 1st line of defense and good sense of 2 CCF (customer/ compliance comes first)
• Ability to work on multiple tasks in parallel under pressure and to time constraints with significant changes.
• Experience to support planning of the marketing strategy and execution in APAC’s countries and sector approach.
• Good understanding of the Singapore Trade Finance, Trade digitialization and Transaction Banking products and competitor landscape.
• As team player, ability to work in cross-functional teams to deliver appropriate trade finance solutions for the customers.

Job Purpose

The Business Analyst (BA) will serve as the bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring banking solutions align with the organization’s goals. The role involves gathering and analyzing requirements, recommending process improvements, and driving the implementation of systems or products related to banking services. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of financial products, regulatory frameworks, and technology trends in the banking sector.

Key Responsibilities

Requirement Gathering and Analysis

• Collaborate with business units where required (Central Planning, HR, Legal, Central Transformation, Asia Innovation Center etc.) to understand their needs and define requirements.
• Document business processes, workflows, and functional requirements.
• Conduct gap analysis between current operations and desired outcomes.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications for development teams.

Solution Design and Recommendations

• Work with technical teams to design solutions that align with business goals.
• Evaluate potential banking software, tools, and platforms to recommend suitable options.
• Ensure solutions meet business requirements and comply with banking compliance and regulatory guidelines.

Project Coordination and Stakeholder Communication

• Act as a liaison between business stakeholders, IT, vendors, and other project teams.
• Manage project timelines, scope, and resources in coordination with project managers.
• Prepare reports, KPIs, pipeline and presentations for leadership and stakeholders to provide project updates.

Testing and Implementation Support

• Develop test cases and scenarios for user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Coordinate with QA teams and business units to validate and test solutions.
• Monitor the implementation process to ensure smooth deployment with minimal disruption.

Risk Management and Compliance Monitoring

• Identify risks associated with processes, systems, or projects and propose mitigation strategies.
• Ensure banking solutions adhere to local and international regulatory frameworks.

Process Improvement and Optimization

• Analyze existing business processes and suggest improvements to enhance efficiency and customer experience.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive practices to recommend improvements.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, Master’s in Finance) preferred but not always required.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CFA, FRM, CBAP, or PMP) preferred but not always required.
• 4-5 years of experience in a related role in Finance, ideally within the finance or banking sector.
• Familiarity with financial markets, accounting principles, or banking operations is often essential.
• Data Analysis Tools: Proficiency in Excel, SQL, and experience with financial analysis tools (Tableau, Power BI, or other data visualization software).
• Presentation Skills and Familiarity with Powerpoint
• CRM Systems: Familiarity with ERP (e.g., SAP, Oracle) or CRM systems is a plus.
• Programming Skills: Knowledge of Python, R, or VBA can be beneficial but is not always mandatory.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to analyze financial data, identify trends, and generate insights.
• Ability to interpret financial information and translate to visuals
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to create reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Experience in project management, including scoping, timelines, and stakeholder coordination.
• Experience with Stakeholder Management and Communications
• Team Player and Collaborative Mindset

Job Purpose

This is a front office role for which the incumbent will provide transaction execution and legal structuring and advisory support to SPDA-SSG (Securitisation Group) business, products and operating platform across Asia Pacific. SPDA-SSG covers securitisation and structured credit products such as securitisation and bond business utilizing special purpose vehicle (SPV) platforms, with exposure to multiple financial products including securities, structured products and derivatives in addition to loans.

Job Responsibilities

• Reviewing or preparing term sheets, transaction documents, internal funding documents, SPV resolutions and other corporate documents, presentation materials, internal memorandums.
• Support transaction management or execution of securitisation and other structured finance transactions within the Group’s remit, liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
• Legal structuring for new transactions, products and business lines.
• Liaising with bank internal Legal & Compliance Department and external law firms on transactions, SPV corporate governance, Group compliance matters, internal procedures, document reviews.
• Research, evaluate and advise on laws, regulations, bank rules and compliance requirements relating to transactions, new and existing business lines and other group activities.
• Support other strategic initiatives and perform other tasks as required/defined from time to time.

Job Requirements

• Licence to practice as a lawyer in a Commonwealth jurisdiction. Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in law.
• Further education in finance, economics, business or accounting desirable.
• At least 2 years’ post-qualification experience in securitisation, asset finance, structured finance, capital markets, derivatives or related areas.
• Familiarity or exposure to ABS, RMBS, CMBS, CLOs, CLNs, CDS, repacks, synthetic structures, derivatives desirable.
• Some in-house experience in securities firm, commercial bank, rating agency or consumer finance sector preferred.
• Keen interest in structured finance and transitioning into Front Office role in banking.
• Thoroughness and attention to detail; pragmatic and commercially minded.
• Flexible, pro-active team player with can-do attitude and hunger to learn.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily reviews of transaction filtering and screening to ensure compliance with policies and regulatory standards.
• Perform sampling of cleared alerts to assess the accuracy and quality of the adjudication.
• Gather and analyze data to spot trends, recurring issues, or inefficiencies in the filtering process.
• Document findings and assisst in generating reports for manager and stakeholders.
• Work with the filtering team to provide feedback and identify areas of improvement in processes and controls.
• Collaborate to improve workflow, suggest enhancements, and support the implementation of corrective actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2 years of experience in the banking industry with some exposure to screening process.
• Understanding of financial crime and money laundering risks.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to identify discrepancies and trends in large sets of data
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take direction from senior team members.
• Experience with compliance or AML tools such as World Check, Fircosoft, or other filtering and screening system is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform AML monitoring/review on Trade post-transaction files.
• Review/investigate Trade manual screening alerts and red flag escalated by trade processing team for potential sanction violations in accordance with SMBC policies.
• Ensure that review and investigation conclusions are adequately and properly documented for regulatory/audit level review.
• Coordinate and/or prepare the required management information reporting data as applicable.
• Perform daily batch name screening alert clearance.
• Investigate and report discrepancies and irregularities arising from transactions, system failure, etc and resolve issues including handling stakeholder’s complaints and escalating all issues to Team Lead / Deputy Group Head / Group Head promptly.
• Prepare reports that summarize team activities and quality metrics.
• Collaborate to improve workflow, suggest enhancements, and support the implementation of improvement actions.
• Other tasks as assigned by Group Head / Team Lead.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the banking industry with exposure to AML Screening and/or Trade AML
• Able to link diverse information to build a full picture and spot inconsistencies
• Possesses knowledge of MAS regulation on AML and Sanctions requirements including KYC, Screening.
• Strong team player
• Good communications skills, hands on, independent and proactive in carrying out investigation on customers and/or transactions. Able to work with front office and operation team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily reviews of transaction filtering and screening to ensure compliance with policies and regulatory standards.
• Perform sampling of cleared alerts to assess the accuracy and quality of the adjudication.
• Gather and analyze data to spot trends, recurring issues, or inefficiencies in the filtering process.
• Document findings and assisst in generating reports for manager and stakeholders.
• Work with the filtering team to provide feedback and identify areas of improvement in processes and controls.
• Collaborate to improve workflow, suggest enhancements, and support the implementation of corrective actions.
• Present findings to senior managers and stakeholders, highlighting both successes and areas needing attention.
• Prepare weekly and monthly report that summarize team activities and quality metrics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the banking industry with some exposure to screening process.
• Understanding of financial crime and money laundering risks.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to identify discrepancies and trends in large sets of data
• Strong communication skills to effectively report findings to manager and stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take direction from senior team members.
• Experience with compliance or AML tools such as World Check, Fircosoft, or other filtering and screening system is a plus.

Job Purpose

This is a role in SMBC’s Private Wealth Group and it includes supporting the establishment of credit and risk policies and responsibility for private wealth related credit products including structured lending (single stock financing), Lombard lending, mortgage lending and insurance related lending. The role will entail write up of credit proposals , working with the head of credit solutions to establishing the framework for such credit products including Loan-to-value (LTV) and exposure management on various types of collateral and monitoring of the credit exposures. The role also involves review of structured loan documentation and continuous updating and development of process manuals for such lending.

The role requires the person to work closely with various stakeholders including private wealth RMs (both in Nikko and SMBC), credit risk, legal, operations, compliance, planning, internal audit in the region, relevant departments in SMBC Head Office as well as group companies such as SMBC Nikko Securities.

Job Responsibilities

• Support the Head of credit solutions to design, implement and maintain risk control and monitoring parameters across SMBC Group (including policies, control standards, risk exposure limits and other control levers) to maintain the risk profile of the portfolio in line with risk appetite
• Work with the risk and legal teams to evaluate individual lending proposals and to ensure support from an end-to-end view, i.e., credit evaluation, write-up of credit proposals, loan approval, documentation and post disbursal monitoring.
• Support the launch of initiatives such as new product approvals, systematic monitoring and control initiatives, collateral management, loan to value management and risk appetite framework
• Partner with senior management teams to deliver financial objectives, prioritize and drive execution of key initiatives, and ensure cohesive teamwork across the businesses and functions
• Implement and execute both regular and ad-hoc stress tests as required by regulators and internal parameters
• Coordinate and work closely with Risk, Compliance, Internal Audit, Credit, Planning and other control functions including SMBC Head Office and group companies such as SMBC Nikko securities to enhance the cooperation and capabilities

Job Requirements

• University Degree
• A strong background in private bank credit and passion to establish guidelines, monitoring control, system, collateral management and risk grading.
• 10+ years in performing similar roles in the APAC financial industry is preferred with emphasis given to candidates who have had exposure to structured lending, establishing framework for new products and driving portfolio management and monitoring in private wealth business.
• Experience in credit analysis and approval process, credit policies, documentation, stress testing, processes and controls, monitoring, regulatory interpretation, and risk appetite.
• Proven track record and accountability providing clarity in complex problems

Job Description

• Handle loan administration & operation functions of syndicated loans that the bank is mandated as agents with dual role functions as maker and checker. The day-to-day functions include but not limited to drawdowns, rollovers, payments, maintenance of records etc.
• Liaise with borrowers, participants, agents, and internal stakeholders on loan administration & operation matters.
• Monitor & Disseminate information undertakings and covenants.
• Address queries on loan operation matters from borrower and Lenders.
• Manage & prepare audit confirmation queries.
• Ensuring efficient execution of day-to-day functions in accordance with the legal documents and bank’s policy.
• Oversees & ensure service level and quality standards are maintained.
• Provide subject matter expertise towards projects initiatives and guide the junior members.
• Assist and support corporate clients, addressing inquiries, and ensuring a positive customer experience:
• Perform any other duties assigned from time to time.

Requirements

• Degree in Business Administration, Banking and Finance with at least 8 to 10 years’ experience in syndicated loan agency and /or loan administration in banks with ability to read loan agreements.
• Strong and thorough understanding of loan cycle and the function as the facility agent would be preferred.
• Good knowledge on construction of Swift messages and use of Debt Domain will be an advantage.
• Meticulous, confident, ability to multiple tasks and resilience.
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail. Ability to devise strategies, deliver value added support, identify problems & propose solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications – Word, Excel, Power Point

Job Responsibilities

• Review CD/CP and Repo/RRP funding structures and interbank counterparties
• Review HQLA portfolio in Singapore
• Review risk control measures such as credit risk, duration risk etc.
• Expand domestic market network
• Improve daily operations
• Educate junior staff
• Adhere all internal rules, regulations and compliance requirements
• Provide market information and insights to SMBC colleagues

Job Requirements

• Degree in Banking & Finance or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years+ relevant experience in Assets Liability Management
• Good knowledge of the Financial market
• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English
• Strong quantitative skill
• Good interpersonal and relationship skill
• Proficient in MS Office and Excel VBA Skills
• Team Player with good interpersonal and relationship skill

• Project management to fulfil regulatory & audit requirement (e.g. Volcker Rule, Environment Risk Management)
• Liaise with head office (tokyo) to be align with global initiatives and report incidents to Japanese Financial Service Agency.
• Ensure the implementation of risk control frameworks and establishment of efficient risk controls across APD.
• Represent the interests of 1st line of defence control owners and handle with requests from front office such as enhancements on system / procedures.
• Collaborate closely with senior management, planning team in SNG/HO and front office to work for the re-organization, enhancement of Target Operating Model or group governance, while evaluating potential risks and challenges as necessary
• Support the preparation and coordination of meetings with internal and external stakeholders, including Executive Management Committee meetings, and regulatory inspections.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Business/Finance
• Good working knowledge of developing and implementing risk control framework
• Prior business plannning and/or control in banking
• Proficiency in Japanese is preferred as this role needs to prepare regular reports to Japanese Financial Service Agency and to liaise with Head Office
• Knowledge of Japanese Banking Law is an advantage
• Strong comunication skills (written and spoken)

This position is responsible for basic policy, business plans, long-term business structure, risk management, evaluation of performance, business alliance, new products, etc. for Asia Pacific Division. (including arrangement with Tokyo Head Office) and Credit Planning. .

• Support Singapore, and other offices in the region
• Establish business plan and long-term business/organization structure
• Develop and determine plans for risk management at regional office (excluding matters supervised by Risk Management Dept. Asia)
• Management reporting (including creating meeting materials) in both Japanese / English and also Japanese if required
• Plan and establish inter-branch and inter-department co-operation in business promotion matters e.g. introducing new incentive rules
• Review and approve applications for new products
• Promote and control businesses with investment banking related subsidiaries and affiliates
• Establish new guidelines/ rules for the region
• Communicate with Tokyo HO / regional branches for business planning
• Handle ad-hoc request from the management and related departments
• Performance evaluation for each offices/department in the region
• Handle ad-hoc projects/initiatives in both English and also Japanese if required
• Create proposal / presentation materials in both Japanese / English
• Having dialog with Japanese Financial Service Agency (regulator) in both Japanese / English and also Japanese if required To develop team members’ skill

Job Requirements :

• Degree or equivalent
• Proficiency in Japanese is desirable as this role needs to prepare reports and presentations in Japanese and engage with the Japanese Financial Service Agency (regulator)
• Fluent English speaking / writing skills
• Working experience in business planning function in financial institution.
• Strong working experience in establishing business strategies, policies/procedures and/or processes.
• Working knowledge in ALM, Treasury and Capital Market space is desirable.
• Good people management skills, team oriented and able to work across all levels of the organisation.
• Self starter, strong stakeholder and team management skills
• Knowledge or working experience for managerial accounting.
• A minimum of JLPT N2 is required