PERM - OPPD - Transformation & Change Support - Associate

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

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Is the next step in your career at  SMBC Group EMEA? We’re looking for a Transformation & Change Support Associate to join our Portfolio Planning team within Transformation & Change Management Group (TCMG)

The role supports TCMG by managing headcount and recruitment activities, ensuring consistency and visibility across hiring processes. It also provides administrative and project support to enhance the operating effectiveness of the team and contribute to portfolio delivery

As a key member of the team, you will:

• Lead the consolidated headcount and recruitment activities across TCMG, driving consistency in approach and provide holistic visibility on hiring pipeline to TCMG leadership team
• Provide support with administrative activities for the TCMG team including co-ordination of team meetings, agenda, diary management etc. 
• Provide portfolio / project support contributing towards successful project delivery as required e.g. materials preparation, meeting minutes, action tracking etc.

You will bring with you: 

• Previous experience in Business Management, Business Support, Planning, Governance or COO (2+ years)
• Strong analytical skillset – able to derive management insight from complex data
• Strong experience of working with MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Strong organisational skills including ability to set and communicate operating cadence/timelines and efficiently multitask 
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement

Business Area

• TCMG provides the SMBC EMEA enterprise professional project, programme and portfolio management resource and expertise to the organisation.
• Successful design and delivery of the Change Portfolio is a business-critical activity and key to delivering the strategic objectives of SMBC EMEA.
• The scale of the Change Portfolio will vary over time, however it is expected to require a budget of greater than USD 150 million per annum
• The Transformation & Change Management Group consists of c.70 FTE, of which 4 FTE Portfolio Planning
• Portfolio Planning provide holistic oversight and visibility across the EMEA change portfolio to enable informed decision making, prioritisation, and optimisation of key initiatives, ensuring effective budget / resource allocation and risk management

Position Description

Headcount Management / Recruitment Support

• Liaise with TCMG / Planning / HR to ensure alignment on approved roles and budgeted headcount
• Assist in preparing materials for headcount reviews and governance forums
• Coordinate recruitment activities including scheduling interviews, tracking candidate progress, and updating management info
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and Hiring Managers to ensure timely and accurate processing of requisitions
• Monitor and report on TCMG recruitment pipeline
• Support onboarding logistics and documentation for new hires
• Maintain and update headcount trackers and organizational charts

Portfolio / Project Support

• Provide general administrative support to the TCMG team, including coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and document minutes and action items
• Assist with ad hoc portfolio / projects related activities as required including
• Assist in the development and maintenance of project plans, schedules, and documentation
• Track project progress and performance using tools like Excel and Acuity
• Support data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform decision-making

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!!