Project Analyst - 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.

Purpose of Job

• The Project Analyst will support the delivery of complex projects, including Front Office credit change initiatives, working closely with project managers, business stakeholders, Technology, Risk and other control functions.
• The role combines project coordination, analysis and hands-on delivery. The analyst will be expected to take ownership of assigned activities, produce accurate and well-structured outputs, identify risks & issues and follow actions through to completion.
• As their experience develops, the analyst will take responsibility for defined project workstreams, coordinating stakeholders and managing delivery under the direction of the Project Manager.

Background

• TCMG is SMBC’s central project, programme and portfolio management function. It delivers complex, strategically important and often regulatory-driven change across the organisation.
• These projects may involve changes to business processes, systems, data, governance and controls, requiring coordination across Front & Back Office teams, Technology, Risk, Finance, Operations and other corporate functions.
• The Project Analyst will be part of a strong change department and will report to a TCMG Team Lead, with a project reporting line to the relevant Project or Programme Manager

The anticipated salary range for this role is 36,000 – 54,000, with the final offer determined based on the candidate’s skills, experience, role scope, location, and relevant market factors. In addition to base salary, the role may be eligible for a discretionary incentive award and a competitive benefits package, including core benefits such as pension provision."

Facts / Scale

The role may involve:

• Supporting one or more projects or workstreams at the same time.
• Working on complex change initiatives that may run from several months to multiple years.
• Coordinating with stakeholders across Front & Back Office, Technology, Risk, Finance, Operations and other functions.
• Working with colleagues across EMEA and, where required, other regions.
• Preparing materials for project governance forums and senior stakeholders.
• Managing assigned deliverables, actions, risks, issues and dependencies.
• Progressing towards responsibility for running defined project workstreams.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

The Project Analyst will:

• Take ownership of assigned deliverables and complete them accurately and on time.
• Plan and manage their day-to-day workload, escalating risks or delays promptly.
• Track project actions, risks, issues, dependencies and decisions, following up with owners to maintain progress.
• Undertake analysis to support project decisions, including gathering information, reviewing data and documenting findings.
• Produce clear project documentation, presentations, status reports and governance materials.
• Document business requirements, processes, decisions and meeting outcomes where required.
• Coordinate meetings and workshops, including preparing materials, recording decisions and ensuring actions are completed.
• Build effective working relationships with stakeholders across business and corporate functions.
• Identify opportunities to improve project processes, reporting and ways of working.
• Support defined project workstreams and, with experience, take responsibility for planning and coordinating their delivery.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Education & Qualifications

• The role requires the candidate to be educated to degree level in a banking, finance, science or computer science degree that increases analytical skills, problem solving and critical thinking

Essential Experience & Knowledge:

• Be able evidence good interpersonal and effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to work collaboratively as well as independently
• Must be detail orientated, organised & inquisitive
• Is analytical with an attention to detail, demonstrating problem-solving skills and the ability to structure information and draw logical conclusions
• Proactive, accountable and willing to take ownership of tasks through to completion.
• Practical and willing to take responsibility to ensure objectives are achieved
• Good time management – must be able to work to deadlines
• Awareness of AI tools and an understanding of how they can be used to improve productivity, analysis and project delivery activities
• A positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take ownership.
• Proficient skills in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills
• Ideally minimum of a year working in financial services or a year-long industrial placement during university

Desirable Experience & Knowledge:

• Experience in project delivery, business analysis or change-related activities gained through employment, internships or placements.
• Exposure to financial services, banking, lending or Front Office environments.

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!!