EMEA Oracle ERP Service Owner

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

The role falls under CFO IT EMEA which operates within the ITSD – Cross Products Platforms Department, providing technology solutions and services that support all EMEA legal entities and branches.

• The function delivers, maintains, and enhances the Oracle Financials platform alongside key in‑house finance systems to meet operational, regulatory, and strategic business needs across the region.
• The team manages a diverse Book of Work, spanning strategic platform architecture, regulatory programmes, and continuous improvement initiatives aligned to Finance and Technology roadmaps.
• The role involves extensive cross‑functional collaboration across Finance, Risk, Compliance, Operations, and Technology, ensuring integrated delivery and alignment with enterprise priorities.
• The role requires Strong cross‑regional coordination, partnering with global IT teams and stakeholders in other regions to ensure consistency, leverage global capabilities, and drive standardisation where possible.

Position Description

• Strategic Leadership & Governance: Establish and drive the long-term roadmap for Oracle Cloud Applications (ERP/EPM) to support financial transformation
• Product Ownership & Delivery: Serve as the owner of the Oracle ERP/EPM product portfolio, leading module delivery and ensuring alignment with the Finance Technology Book of Work. Oversee ongoing and future EMEA strategic projects, ensuring governance, quality, and timely execution, while providing SME guidance throughout project lifecycles.
• Centre of Excellence (COE) Management: Contribute to managing a COE, setting standards for configuration, business rules, and technical development
• Stakeholder & Vendor Management: Collaborate with senior stakeholders (CFO, Finance Managers) to translate business requirements into technical specifications. Manage relationships with third-party implementation partners and system integrators.
• Operational Excellence & Compliance: Ensure high availability and performance of applications. Maintain robust internal controls (SOX), data integrity, and compliance with regulatory requirements (banking standards).
• Team & Vendor Management: Creating a Centre of Excellence (CoE) with a high performance team (mix of employees, vendors and temps)  to support end-to-end Oracle financial services.
• Budgeting & Financial Oversight: Own the service budget including licensing, cloud utilisation, professional services, and operational costs. Drive cost optimisation initiatives and manage annual Oracle renewal cycles.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Experience: Extensive hands‑on leadership in Oracle Cloud ERP/EPM design, configuration, and implementation within an international investment‑banking environment.
• Education: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, or Information Systems.
• Systems Expertise: Deep practical knowledge of Oracle ERP/EPM modules, financial data integration, reporting tools, API‑based integrations, ETL technologies, data lakes, accounting rules engines, and reference data.
• Industry Background: Prior experience in banking/financial services with familiarity across GAAP standards (IFRS, JGAAP, German GAAP, French GAAP, US GAAP). Leadership: Proven track record leading large, complex transformation programs.

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!!