Head, BPA - Corporate & Commercial Banking

RHB Banking Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A major banking institution in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Head of Business Performance Analysis for its Corporate and Commercial Banking divisions. This pivotal role involves shaping business strategies, monitoring financial performance, and providing insights for achieving business goals. The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in banking. You will manage effective business strategies and ensure compliance with financial regulations while promoting a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in corporate or investment banking.
• Strong expertise in planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial management.
• In depth understanding of banking operations and systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Business Performance Analysis function for Corporate Banking.
• Monitor financial performance against targets/budgets.
• Provide monthly business performance review and financial analysis.

Skills

Planning

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial Management

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field

Job description

Head, BPA - Corporate & Commercial Banking

We are looking for an experienced and driven professional to lead the Business Performance Analysis (BPA) function for our Corporate Banking and Commercial Banking divisions at RHB Bank Berhad. As Head, BPA – Corporate & Commercial Banking, you will play a critical role in shaping business strategies, driving financial performance, and supporting senior management with timely insights to achieve business goals and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Keep abreast of developments in the local corporate market landscape and provide analytics for benchmarking in Corporate Banking’s peers and competitive analysis.
• Work with Group Finance on the annual budgeting to ensure that targets are in line with RHB Group’s expectations.
• Monitor business teams’ and Corporate Banking and Commercial Banking financial performance against targets/budgets to ensure achievement of business KPIs.
• Manage effective implementation of business plans/strategies/KPIs for the business to increase profitability.
• Provide monthly business performance review and financial analysis to Business Head for presentation to Group Corporate and Business Banking Council to update Business division monthly performance.
• Manage business pipelines & projections; track fee income and CA/IA provisions of business groups to generate accurate Balance Sheet and P&L forecast.
• Develop effective management and analytical tools for Business Heads’ portfolio performance management to help to support them in achieving their KPIs.
• Track Corporate Banking and Commercial Banking collaboration/cross selling initiatives across the RHB group to maximize customer group profitability.
• Work with Group Finance on compliance with relevant new accounting standards.
• Oversee the administration functions of Corporate Regional Offices to ensure they are in line with SBG’s and RHB Group guidelines.
• Implementation of process improvement to enhance operational efficiency.
• Operational cost management to maximize divisional profits.
• Ensure Group Corporate Banking and Commercial Banking business financial reporting and treatment is in compliance with regulatory requirement and guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in corporate or investment banking within an established financial institution.
• Strong expertise in planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial management.
• In depth understanding of banking operations, systems, and end to end process flows.
• Solid knowledge of Basel II & III requirements and MFRS 9.
• Good understanding of corporate and commercial banking business models, market segments, and strategic objectives.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with a proactive and analytical mindset.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Credit Professional or Omega’s Credit Skill Assessment are an advantage.

Benefits

At RHB Banking Group, we provide a collaborative and inclusive environment where leaders are empowered to make an impact. You can expect competitive remuneration, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work closely with senior stakeholders in driving the Bank’s corporate and commercial banking performance.