Finance & Procurement Cross-Function Vice President
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
The purpose of this role is to manage the implementation of changes in the regulatory reporting area, ensuring that all projects have the appropriate governance, transparency and oversight in place.
The role has coverage across all Regulatory Change activities, using strong knowledge and experience of UK Prudential Regulations and the EU Regulatory environment to deliver success.
A key part of the role is the successful coordination of stakeholders, provide reports to management, manage risks & issues and document requirements / testing that comply with the designated change framework
Business Area
Within the Finance change team is a dedicated resource pool focusing on Regulatory Change who are responsible for supporting, assisting and delivering Prudential Regulatory change impacting SMBC BI Plc (a Corporate & Investment UK Bank) and SMBC group companies across EMEA (key entities being EU branches of the Japanese Parent Bank and a German Bank).
Position Description
- Lead projects to implement Regulatory requirements used across EMEA (London, Frankfurt, Milan, Paris, Brussels, Madrid, and Amsterdam). This includes implementing new reporting requirement for statistical and regulatory reporting as well as managing the correction of defects in relations with Reg systems and the implementation of system upgrades.
- Resolve operational reporting issues by delivering constant process improvements, mainly by automating the production of returns and removing manual adjustments.
- Communicate project progress with relevant stakeholders through regular update meetings;
- Manage the processes for the design, development, support, testing and maintenance of business requirements to deliver projects;
- Understand and document business requirements to create development specifications, and undertake UAT and implementation testing for various new developments;
- Other Ad hoc project tasks as required;
In addition to the normal responsibilities over the department in the EMEA offices, the role holder is responsible for overseeing day to day provision of services to SMBC London Branch based on the Agreement for the Provision of Services between SMBC London Branch and SMBC BI. The role is designated “dual hat” responsibility to perform equivalent services to NCM Finance teams in EMEA as directed by EMEA F&C leadership
Requirements:
- Part or fully qualified accountant (Desirable)
- Project Management qualification (Desirable)
Knowledge and Experience
- Strong experience in regulatory reporting (e.g., liquidity, capital, large exposures, FINREP)
- Proven background in the banking sector with solid product knowledge
- Experience producing business requirements and working closely with regulatory reporting teams
- Knowledge of financial systems, general accounting, and regulatory/statistical reporting
- Experience analysing data using Oracle/SQL or MS Access
- Familiarity with WKFS (FRSGlobal) and multi-country regulatory environments (
- Experience managing system testing, upgrades, and end-to-end testing
- Ability to support full development lifecycle: requirements, testing, documentation, and process improvements
- Experience providing regulatory analysis to front and middle office
Skills
- Strong Oracle SQL and advanced Excel skills
- Highly IT literate with a strong technical systems background
- Ability to manage and interpret cross-functional and multi-country requirements
- Capable of working closely with development teams to translate business requirements
- Act as a subject matter expert and consultant on Finance Regulatory Reporting
- Liaise with stakeholders across regions to manage testing, training, and system implementation
- Support system enhancements, issue resolution, and continuous improvements
- Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable
- Strong multitasking and problem-solving abilities
- Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Positive, collaborative approach with strong stakeholder engagement
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!!