VP, Strategic Project Management & Transformation

SMBC Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

SMBC Group is seeking a senior leader to drive Strategy & Financial Stewardship in Kuala Lumpur, aligning strategic and operational plans with organizational priorities. You will own KPI-driven outputs, oversee budgeting, and guide PMS teams while championing process excellence and governance across the SSC.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, risk management, and technology-enabled change delivery to enhance performance and service delivery.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Banking and Finance or 5+ years in banking IT/projects.
• Knowledge of Banking Operations products (Trade Finance, Loans, Treasury, Deposit, or Remittance).
• Professional qualifications in Banking or Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Define and oversee Strategy & Financial Stewardship aligned to priorities.
• Ensure ownership and accountability for outputs against KPIs.
• Oversee budget planning and financial management with alignment to MTMP.
• Monitor financial performance and drive timely corrective actions.
• Provide leadership support to one level down and guidance to PMS team members.
• Drive continuous process optimization and efficiency across OPS; implement workflows and SOPs.
• Lead insourcing, standardization, and scalability initiatives; transform SSC to value-added service delivery.
• Maintain risk & controls frameworks; support audits and audit closure; ensure governance.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Financial management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Job description

SMBC Group is seeking a senior leader to drive Strategy & Financial Stewardship in Kuala Lumpur, aligning strategic and operational plans with organizational priorities. You will own KPI-driven outputs, oversee budgeting, and guide PMS teams while championing process excellence and governance across the SSC.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, risk management, and technology-enabled change delivery to enhance performance and service delivery.