Temp - Technical Functional Analyst - Deposits

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

SMBC Group EMEA are looking for a Technical Functional Analyst (Assistant Vice President) for our Cash Management Solutions department to join our Team.

This role is part of a rapidly growing CMS Team with a large and strategic mandate under the Transaction Banking Programme, focused on transforming how we deliver Cash Management services across EMEA.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Leading the analysis of business requirements for Deposit products (e.g., savings, current accounts, term deposits).
• Translating business needs into clear, actionable functional and technical specifications.
• Supporting the upgrade of our Core Accounting system.

For you to succeed in the role, you’ll need to have:

• A strong commitment to accuracy and be meticulous and detail-oriented.
• The capacity to learn quickly and adapt to complex systems and evolving requirements.
• An inclusive mindset, with a strong belief in diverse perspectives and equitable leadership.

This role will be based in Sumitomo Mitsui Finance Dublin Limited (SMFD), a wholly owned subsidiary of SMBC and is growing rapidly as a Centre of Excellence for the bank’s universal banking business across EMEA.  It provides a range of technology and operational support services, aligned to SMBC’s growth, innovation, and transformation strategies.

Position Description

As Technical Functional Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting the design, development and testing of Deposit products functionalities within our core banking systems.

You will act as a subject matter expert, collaborating across business and technology teams to ensure the delivery of secure, compliant and efficient solutions aligned with strategic objectives.

You will serve as a trusted liaison between Business users, Compliance teams and IT stakeholders across regions, and you will provide timely and professional responses to inquiries and incidents.

Our role will enable you to:

• Lead the analysis of business requirements for Deposit products (e.g., savings, current accounts, term deposits).
• Translate business needs into clear, actionable functional and technical specifications
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure accurate and timely implementation of deposit features.
• Provide guidance throughout design, development and deployment phases.
• Define and execute system test cases, support UAT and production validation.
• Ensure defects are tracked, resolved and documented effectively.
• Utilise FIS Profile to support configuration and enhancement of deposit functionalities.
• Apply UNIX/AIX/Linux terminal commands for system navigation, log analysis and troubleshooting.
• Ensure all deliverables meet internal governance, audit and regulatory standards.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of functional flows, test results and system changes.

What will you bring to the role?

• Solid experience of 3+ years in the Banking Industry, particularly with Deposit products.
• Strong background in Banking IT systems and/or system development.
• Hands-on experience with system testing and defect management.
• Proficiency with the FIS Profile core banking application.
• Working knowledge of UNIX/AIX/Linux terminal commands.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements related to deposit products.

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!!