Temp - Application Development Vice President

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

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Is the next step in your career at SMBC Group EMEA? We’re looking for a Integration Analyst (HR) to join our team. 

Role Summary 

The Integration Analyst (HR) is responsible for developing, supporting, and maintaining interfaces between HR technology solutions and the bank’s IT applications across EMEA, ensuring seamless data integration and compliance with IT security standards. The role acts as a subject matter expert, collaborating with HR, business teams, and third-party vendors to optimize technology usage and deliver continuous improvements.

Essential Capabilities & Experience 

• Strong expertise in interface technologies and HR systems, including SaaS platforms like SAP SuccessFactors, ServiceNow HRSD, and related integrations.
• Extensive knowledge of organizational and HR data models, with experience in Identity & Access Management (IAM) architecture advantageous.
• Proven ability to translate business needs into technical solutions, supported by excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Candidate Requirements 

• Degree-level education or equivalent professional qualification (desirable).
• Comfortable working in ambiguous environments, applying critical thinking and analytical skills to solve complex challenges.
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and a collaborative approach, with ambition to contribute to personal and organizational growth.

Business Area

The (ITSD Cross Product) Business Process Management IT provides and supports a range of enterprise platforms that are used across our organisation, including Procurement, HR & Digital Workflow technology.

This role will sit within Sumitomo Mitsui Finance Dublin Limited (SMFD) is a wholly owned subsidiary of SMBC.  It was established in 1989 and is now located in contemporary offices in the heart of Dublin’s Georgian quarter. It is a Centre of Excellence for SMBC’s business in Europe, Middle East & Africa and provides a growing range of intra-group services across a variety of Control and Support functions

Position Description

Position Overview

• Acts as the HR Integration Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the Business Process Management team, ensuring seamless connectivity between HR technology solutions and core bank systems across EMEA.
• Supports the delivery of HR technology strategy aligned with global and regional IT priorities, contributing to continuous improvement and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize interfaces between HR SaaS applications (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors, ServiceNow HRSD, Qualtrics) and bank enterprise services such as Azure Active Directory and downstream applications.
• Provide expert consultancy to HR and business teams, translating complex technical requirements into practical solutions that enhance user experience and data integrity.
• Manage escalated technical queries, oversee interface testing (change and regression), and ensure compliance with IT security and change management policies.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with internal stakeholders and third-party technology vendors to support service delivery and strategic initiatives.

Impact and Scope

• Supports technology services for over 3,000 employees and managers across multiple EMEA locations, including HR, Finance, Compliance, and project teams.
• Plays a critical role in safeguarding data quality, driving technology adoption, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.

Competencies

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!!