Transaction Banking Vice President
Paris, FR, 75008
SMBC: A trusted partner for the long term
Here at SMBC Group, we want to help you find the next step in your career so read on to discover if this opportunity is the one for you. We like to recognise potential in our people, so we welcome your application even when your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description. Whilst we’ll always strive to be better, we’re proud of our inclusive culture, and encourage our applicants and colleagues to be their authentic, unique selves.
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
Is the next step in your career at SMBC Group EMEA?
We're looking for a Transaction Banking Vice President to join our Global Transaction Banking Department (GTBD).
This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in the growth of SMBC's Transaction Banking franchise across EMEA. Working closely with Relationship Managers, Product teams, and clients, you will drive cash management sales, support business development initiatives, and help expand wallet share across corporate and institutional clients. The role also provides significant exposure to strategic initiatives, product development, and client engagement across an evolving international business.
In this role you will be responsible for:
- Driving cash management business growth through the origination, marketing, and delivery of Transaction Banking solutions
- Developing client relationships and identifying opportunities to increase deposits, revenues, and wallet share across an assigned portfolio
- Acting as a key liaison between clients, Relationship Teams, Product, Operations, and Technology to deliver effective Transaction Banking solutions
For you to succeed in the role, you'll need to have:
- Significant experience within Transaction Banking, Cash Management, Corporate Banking, or a related financial services environment
- Strong knowledge of cash management products, client connectivity solutions, deposits, liquidity structures, and Transaction Banking services
- Excellent relationship management, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence both clients and internal stakeholders
The anticipated salary range for this role is €76,000 - €116,000, 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.
Position Description
About this role
The Transaction Banking Vice President is part of the Global Transaction Banking Department (GTBD) and plays a key role in supporting the growth and development of its activity across EMEA.
The role is responsible for driving cash management sales activities, developing client relationships, and promoting a broad range of Transaction Banking solutions to corporate and institutional clients. Working closely with Relationship Managers, Product teams, and regional stakeholders, the position supports the achievement of strategic business objectives through revenue generation, deposit growth, and increased client penetration.
Our role will enable you to:
- Drive the growth of Transaction Banking revenues and deposits across an assigned client portfolio
- Develop expertise across SMBC's Transaction Banking product suite, including cash management, connectivity solutions, liquidity management, and related services
- Build strong relationships with Relationship Managers, Product teams, and clients across EMEA
- Contribute to product development initiatives by providing client feedback, market insights, and commercial perspectives
- Participate in business development activities, industry events, client advisory forums, and strategic marketing initiatives
What will you bring to the role?
- Relevant degree in Business Management, Finance, or equivalent experience
- Significant experience within Transaction Banking, Cash Management, Corporate Banking, Treasury Services, or a related financial services environment
- Proven track record of originating business opportunities, developing client relationships, and driving revenue growth
- Strong commercial mindset with the ability to understand client treasury needs and identify opportunities to expand wallet share
- Excellent knowledge of Transaction Banking products, including cash management, liquidity solutions, deposits, and client connectivity services
- Strong presentation, communication, and influencing skills, with the confidence to engage senior client stakeholders and decision-makers
- Ability to develop tailored client propositions and translate business needs into practical Transaction Banking solutions
- Self-starter with a proactive, results-driven approach and a strong focus on client outcomes
- Fluency in English and French, both written and spoken
Desirable:
- Experience supporting European Corporate clients within a Transaction Banking or Cash Management environment
- Knowledge of bank connectivity solutions, Host-to-Host channels, SWIFT connectivity, virtual accounts, and cash pooling structures
- Understanding of cross-border banking regulations and Transaction Banking market practices
- Experience contributing to go-to-market strategies, RFP responses, client advisory councils, or industry events
- Knowledge of foreign exchange, liquidity management, and broader treasury products
- Additional language skills (Italian or Spanish) would be advantageous
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!!
We recognise our role as a bank to support social change and welcome all applications, including those from groups often under-represented in financial services. We value the uniqueness of professional and personal, backgrounds and perspectives as they play a vital role in continuing the sustainable growth of our organisation. We’ll ensure reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process are offered due to a disability or long-term condition whenever requested.
We are committed to transparent and equitable pay practices. Compensation is determined using objective criteria, including skills, experience, and role responsibilities, and applied consistently throughout our recruitment processes. We do not request candidates' pay history and are committed to preventing unjustified pay disparities.