Asset & Liability Management Managing Director

7 May 2025

London, LND, GB, EC2M 2AT

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 Managing Director for Financial Markets Department (FMD) to join our team. 

This role manages and supervises the operations of the Banking Group. At the same time, as a Managing Director, assists the GM in the day to day running and management of FMD.

Essentials of the role:

  • To manage SMBC BI’s assets and liabilities in a prudent manner by proactively addressing risk and funding the Bank’s book.
  • To assist the GM of FMD, which consists of more than fifty subordinates across other EMEA locations.

Candidate requirements:

  • Extensive experience of Asset and Liability management.
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

Business Area

FMD Banking is managing the interest rate and liquidity risk of SMBC BI by quoting and dealing CD’s, Deposits and Loans < 1Year. The operations include nostro account management and direct reporting to the senior management.

Position Description

  Banking Group

  • Manage Assets and Liabilities: Address risks and fund the bank's book.
  • Nostro Account Management: Oversee positions and supervise dealer operations.
  • Optimal Utilization of Funds: Place/invest excess funds with financial institutions/financial products.
  • Respond to economic changes: Hedge risks and maximize profits.
  • Regulatory compliance: to regulations and internal policies.Adhere 

SMBC BI Paris

  • Support Paris ALM Team: Provide necessary support and escalate issues.

SONIA Responsibilities

  • Monitor SONIA Requests: Respond promptly to requests from the Bank of England.

Supervisory and Reporting Responsibilities

  • Monitor Position Limits: Oversee position limits for self and subordinates.
  • Daily Reporting: Report daily progress and strategy to GM.

Other Responsibilities

  • Advise Subordinates: Recommend strategies and support the Customer Sales Group.

Special Requirements

  • Recognize Conflicts of Interest: Identify and act appropriately against market and liquidity risks.

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:

  • 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.

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 www.smbcgroup.com/emea