Temp - Technical Functional Analyst - Regional Channels

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:

• Supporting the transformation of digital channels across the EMEA region.
• Translating requirements into clear functional and technical specifications for development teams.
• Supporting enhancements to platforms such as Online Banking portals, Mobile apps and API-based services.

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

• An inclusive and collaborative mindset, with a passion for solving problems.
• A commitment to quality and accountability.
• A growth mindset and a proactive approach to learning.

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 a Technical Functional Analyst in the Cash Management Solutions (CMS) team, you will play a key role in supporting the transformation of digital channels across the EMEA region.

You will work at the intersection of business and technology, helping to shape innovative, client-centric solutions that enhance our digital capabilities.

You will act as a bridge between regional Business teams, Compliance and Technology partners, ensuring alignment and transparency.

Our role will enable you to:

• Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to understand business needs across digital Cash Management channels.
• Translate requirements into clear functional and technical specifications for development teams.
• Partner with engineering and architecture teams to ensure robust and scalable implementation of digital features.
• Provide functional oversight throughout the design, development and release lifecycle.
• Define and execute test plans, support user acceptance testing (UAT) and production validation.
• Ensure issues are tracked, resolved and documented in line with quality standards.
• Support enhancements to platforms such as Online Banking portals, Mobile apps and API-based services.
• Leverage knowledge of CMS products (e.g. payments, liquidity, reporting) to guide solution design.
• Act as a bridge between regional Business teams, Compliance and Technology partners.
• Communicate effectively across diverse teams and regions, ensuring alignment and transparency.
• Ensure deliverables meet internal governance, audit and regulatory standards.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of workflows, test results and system changes.

What will you bring to the role?

• Experience of 3+ years in the banking industry, ideally within Corporate or Transaction Banking.
• Strong understanding of Digital channels and Client-facing platforms.
• Proven ability to write functional specifications and support system testing.
• Familiarity with agile delivery methodologies and cross-functional collaboration.
• Technical proficiency in system navigation, data analysis and troubleshooting.

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!!