smbc

Director/Executive Director, Strategic Planning Group (Retail), Asia Growing Markets Department

smbcSingapore, Singapore πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¬

Undisclosed Salary

Permanent

Mode of work

Full-time

Experience

Senior

Employment Type

Permanent

Location

On-site

Expertise & Skills

Business ManagementExpert
Strategic PlanningExpert
Retail BankingExpert
Digital BankingProficient
Performance ManagementProficient
Stakeholder ManagementProficient
Cross-cultural CommunicationProficient
MS OfficeNice-to-have

Job description

SMBC is accelerating our Asia Centric strategy and promoting the sustainable growth of SMBC Group companies in growing markets in the region. The role carries out strategic planning and conducting oversight of subsidiaries and affiliates for promoting business growth and expansion in Indonesia within retail banking businesses including digital banking.

This role is an opportunity for interested candidates who aspire to gain valuable exposure in business promotion, business planning and performance management. Candidates should possess strong accountability and initiative to formulate and execute solutions with a passion for results. Candidates who possess strong interest to apply transferable skills and knowledge in formulating strategic plans for sustainable business growth are welcome to apply.

Job Responsibilities

  • Enhance business performance of subsidiaries and affiliates in Indonesia and expand overall business and each line of business in retail banking, including digital banking, by working closely with stakeholders to gather and provide insightful analysis, develop and propose solutions to capture business opportunities.
  • Keep abreast of local competitive landscapes and developments in retail banking, digital banking and wealth management markets and formulate strategies to enhance market positioning of the businesses.
  • Implement strategies and initiatives supported by a good understanding of banking products, business processes and operations to support business growth.
  • Seek collaboration opportunities across SMBC Group to enhance the business value proposition of the business in local markets and materialize business synergies.
  • Set business key performance indicators to drive growth in accordance to Group's mid-term strategies and monitor business performance through assessment of local management reports.
  • Report to internal stakeholders in a timely manner in accordance to Head Office and Regional Office requirements.
  • Collaborate with relevant departments in Head Office and Regional Office to efficiently enhance business and governance for AGMD controlling entities.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelors' degree with minimum 12 to 15 years of work experience in the banking industry with experience in business management and performance management.
  • Experience in consumer/retail/digital banking in regional markets such as Indonesia, Philippines, India and Vietnam will be advantageous.
  • Possess sound commercial sense in understanding business considerations with a keen interest in enhancing business value propositions.
  • Excellent organizational skills and time management with the ability to process multiple tasks simultaneously with attention to detail and timeliness.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication abilities (verbal and written) including excellent presentation skills, effective cross-cultural communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.
  • Strong collaboration and team playing abilities, with an ability to inspire team members, work with cross-functional teams across different countries while possessing the ability to work independently.
  • Proactive with adaptability to change, and ability to implement innovative and value-adding solutions.
  • Possess quantitative analytical, project management and critical thinking skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel).