Customer Sales - FX/MM Transaction Execution - AVP

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

We are looking for an AVP to join the Transaction Team within the Customer Sales Group of the Financial Markets Department. The role involves executing customer FX and money market transactions, as well as identifying opportunities to grow FX and deposit business based on customer activity and needs. The successful candidate will work closely with clients and colleagues across the buisness, building strong relationships to ensure the smooth execution of trades and effective day‑to‑day operations. We're looking for someone with hands on experiance in FX and money market transactions, strong communication skills and a solid understanding of FX products, deposits, and regulatory requirements.

Business Area

The role sits within Financial Markets Department – Customer Sales (Treasury Transactions Team) - London

Position Description

•    To execute customer FX and money market transactions. 
•    To deliver relevant market information to Relationship managers. 
•    To develop and maintain mutually rewarding relationships with each customer and relationship managers.
•    To analyse customers' business flow and transaction data in order to seek potential FX business.
•    To promote Deposit.
•    To communicate with both Trading and Banking dealers in a clear and confident manner to ensure that orders are executed in accordance with customers' instruction.
•    To cooperate with colleagues in the Group. 
•    To cooperate with other teams in the event of staff shortage or other period to ensure smooth and sound operation of the Group as whole.
•    To share business information with other group and teams in Financial Markets Department.
•    To support and cooperate with continental branches from Departmental perspective.
•    To participate in a meeting held in Marketing Departments and discuss topic of business promotion related to treasury.
•    To support Group Head and Team Leader in various aspects to enhance the qualitative scale of the Group.
•    To report the activities to his/her immediate Manager / Senior Managers.
•    To manage internal reports.
•    To understand the direction of the Group from the viewpoint of target achievement.
•    To identify the training and development needs relevant to the performance of their role and ensure they are adequately skilled to undertake the business requirements of the Bank.
•    To check the process for on-boarding to meet the requirement and GM to GM memo are appropriately created in starting Deposit / FX business. 
•    To comply with rules and regulations established by the relevant authorities and be mindful to the future relevance.
•    To comply with all rules, policies, guidelines, operations, and procedures established in the bank.
•    Conduct any activities, including but not limited to, handling and/or cooperating internal and/or external inspections and/or audits to enhance the 1st line of defence. (to do any activities to improve the 1st line of defence e.g. self-selection)
•    To engage in the activities stipulated in the Service Level Agreements as per the discretion of the line manager. (to cover any activities set out in the SLAs)

Key Skills

• Knowledge of FX (Spot, Forward, Swap) and Money Market products.
• Strong attention to detail in trade execution and transaction processing.
• Clear and professional communicator, ability to communicate in Japanese.
• Dependable and reliable team player.

Relevant Experience

• Regular client contact, pricing, execution, and promotion of FX and money market transactions.
• Liaised regularly with Trading and Banking teams, to confirm pricing and execution details.
• Worked closely with Relationship Managers, providing market rates, basic market updates, and transaction support.
• Assisted with internal reporting and day to day operational tasks.

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!!