SMBC: A trusted partner for the long term



Here at SMBC Group, we want to help you find the next step in your career so read on to discover if this opportunity is the one for you. We like to recognise potential in our people, so we welcome your application even when your experience doesn't perfectly align with the job description. Whilst we'll always strive to be better, we're proud of our inclusive culture, and encourage our applicants and colleagues to be their authentic, unique selves.




Who we are



United by a sense of purpose towards our customers - to be a trusted partner for the long-term - and our universal banking platform in EMEA, SMBC Group has an international growth agenda and award-winning products, meaning we provide exciting opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects and initiatives. We deliver a full suite of corporate finance products and solutions to our customers as well as investment banking and advisory services, and a range of innovative solutions in global capital markets. Read on to find out how you could enhance your skills and gain valuable experience, by joining us to support our clients transition to a sustainable future.




Role Summary



Is the next step in your career at SMBC Group EMEA? We're looking for a CMS Platforms Product Head to join our team.



The Cash Management Services (CMS) product owner will lead the strategic transformation of SMBC's Cash Management and Deposits product suite across EMEA



This Director level role is accountable for defining and executing a compelling product vision, aligning cross functional teams, and delivering innovative, customer centric solutions that supports the Transaction Banking & CMS programs and successfully drives IT strategy, architecture and solutions design



Define and articulate a clear, compelling product vision for SMBC's cash management solutions in conjunction with business leadership




Business Area



SMBC EMEA Transaction Banking




Position Description



We are seeking a dynamic and delivery-focused Director to lead key transformation initiatives in CMS technology within our EMEA region. This role will play a central part in modernizing the bank's CMS systems and processes, with a focus on implementing scalable, data-driven, and regulatory-compliant solutions



The Cash Management Services (CMS) product owner will lead the strategic transformation of SMBC's Cash Management and Deposits product suit across EMEA. This Director level role is accountable for defining and executing a compelling product vision, aligning cross functional teams, and delivering innovative, customer centric solutions that supports the Transaction Banking & CMS programs. The role combines strategic leadership, agile delivery, and deep domain expertise to drive business value and operational excellence.



This position is for an experienced Technology Product Manager who understands requirements and priorities of SMBC EMEA CMS domain, successfully drives IT strategy, architecture and solutions design, roadmaps, delivery and enablement of IT solutions in a collaborative way together with other SMBC IT areas and third-party vendors and plays an active leadership role within EMEA CMS Function.




Competencies



Customer Focus

Driving Change

Driving Results

Embraces Diversity

Enterprise Leadership

Judgement and Decision Making

Risk Management

Strategic and Visionary

Trust and Integrity




What we offer



For all the expertise and experience you bring to help us make a difference, it's only sustainable if we support you to build your career and be your best self so we offer competitive company benefits, centred around promoting positive well-bring and work-life balance. We also believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where all team members perspectives and contributions are valued. Initiatives in place which promote a diverse and inclusive culture and healthy work life balance include hybrid working, Sport & Social Clubs and Diversity and Inclusion networks.



As an employee of SMBC you have access to a host of both useful and exciting benefit offerings. See below some of the benefits on offer to you:

• Hybrid and flexible working


• Competitive paid leave days


• Benefits to support your physical wellbeing, including private medical insurance and life and invalidity insurance


• Various policies to support your mental wellbeing, including a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services


• Access a wide range of learning and development opportunities and career progression opportunities


• Ambitious remuneration package

So, if you like a challenge and want to continuously grow and develop in a role where you will be supported along the way by a dynamic and diverse team, apply today!!



We recognise our role as a bank to support social change and welcome all applications, including those from groups often under-represented in financial services. We value the uniqueness of professional and personal, backgrounds and perspectives as they play a vital role in continuing the sustainable growth of our organisation. We'll ensure reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process are offered due to a disability or long-term condition whenever requested.



We are committed to transparent and equitable pay practices. Compensation is determined using objective criteria, including skills, experience, and role responsibilities, and applied consistently throughout our recruitment processes. We do not request candidates' pay history and are committed to preventing unjustified pay disparities.




About SMBC



A trusted partner for the long term

United by a sense of purpose towards our customers - to be a trusted partner for the long-term - and our universal banking platform in EMEA, we deliver a full suite of corporate finance products and solutions to our customers, including corporate, structured and trade finance, leveraged finance, loan market and treasury products. We can also provide investment banking and advisory services and a range of innovative solutions in global capital markets.

Find out more about what we do and who we are at https://www.smbcgroup.com/emea/careers



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