Enterprise Business Management Director

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

• This role sits at the core of EMEA strategic planning, with primary responsibility for generating insight-driven analysis to support senior management decision-making and sustainable growth across the region. The individual will focus on delivering robust strategic and competitive intelligence, including holistic peer comparison, grounded in detailed analysis of publicly disclosed information and internal/external data.
• The role will contribute to EMEA’s growth agenda by supporting the development of strategic priorities, including portfolio optimisation and the identification of mid- to long-term growth opportunities. This will involve evaluating competitive positioning and translating insights into actionable recommendations to inform business and investment/divestment decisions.
• A key aspect of the role is to ensure consistency, rigour, and clarity in strategic analysis and internal reporting. The individual will prepare high-quality materials and briefing notes to support discussions at senior management, CEO, CSO, and executive forums.
• The role requires close collaboration with key stakeholders, including the CEO, the General Managers of the Strategic Planning Department(CSO&CFO), as well as Corporate Research Department and Financial Research Department. Through these partnerships, the individual will source, validate, and interpret financial and strategic data, ensuring alignment and consistency across analytical outputs.
• In addition, the role will involve ongoing monitoring of the competitive landscape through systematic analysis of peer disclosures and performance trends. Given the lack of fully comparable, like-for-like disclosure across EMEA peers, the role requires strong analytical judgement and the ability to apply tailored methodologies to derive meaningful and decision-relevant insights.

Business Area

Strategic Planning Group, Strategic Planning Department, EMEA

Position Description

• Competitive & Peer Analysis

• • Conduct in-depth analysis of publicly disclosed materials (annual reports, investor presentations, earnings releases and other data source) across peer institutions such as European banks, US banks and other banks
  • Expand coverage beyond traditional banks to include non-bank financial institutions and relevant ecosystem players (e.g., fintechs, asset managers, payments)
  • Track and analyse AI adoption trends and digital transformation initiatives across peers and adjacent industries
  • Build structured benchmarking frameworks covering financial, strategic, and operational metrics
  • Identify competitive positioning, strategic direction, and capital allocation trends based on disclosed information

• Strategic Insight & Advisory

• • Translate competitive analysis into clear, actionable insights for senior management and stakeholders
  • Support formulation of strategic positioning, including identification of white spaces and growth opportunities
  • Provide analytical input to inform key strategic initiatives, business investments, and portfolio transformation

• Executive Reporting & Internal Deliverables

• • Prepare high-quality internal reports and briefing materials on competitive dynamics and strategic implications
  • Develop presentations for management committees or key meetings, ensuring clarity, consistency, and impact
  • Support internal strategy discussions, including regular reporting cycles and ad-hoc deep dives

• Continuous Competitive Monitoring

• • Track and synthesise key competitor developments, including strategy updates, financial performance, and organisational changes
  • Maintain up-to-date competitive dashboards and analysis packs for ongoing reference
  • Provide timely insights on material changes in the competitive landscape

• Collaboration & Data Partnership

• • Work closely with internal stakeholders to source, validate, and interpret financial and strategic data
  • Identify necessary external data required for necessary analysis and utilise such data for holistic peer comparison
  • Provide analytical outputs and competitive insights to support broader internal stakeholders
  • Contribute to the development of consistent data frameworks and analytical standards across the organisation

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

The following knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications are preferable:

• • Experience in competitive intelligence function in large financial institutions.
  • Experience in top-tier financial institutions or leading strategy/management consultancies is highly desirable.
  • Strong numerical, financial, statistics and logical thinking skills
  • Professional qualifications such as ACA/ACCA, CFA, or equivalent are advantageous
  • Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and financial analysis is essential
  • Effective presentation and writing skills
  • Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment with colleagues preferred
  • Quick learner and ability to interpret SMBC’s strategy and position SMBC is in
  • University degree or equivalent 

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!!