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Headquartered in Tokyo, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) is a leading global financial institution and a core member of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMBC Group). Built upon our rich Japanese heritage since 1876, we put our customers first and provide seamless access to, from and within the Asia Pacific region. SMBC is one of the largest Japanese banks by assets and maintain strong credit ratings across our global integrated network. We work closely as one SMBC Group to offer personal, corporate and investment banking services to meet the needs of our customers.

With sustainability embedded within our strategy and operations, we are committed to creating a society in which today’s generation can enjoy economic prosperity and well-being, and pass it on to future generations.

SUMITOMO MITSUI BANKING CORPORATION MALAYSIA BERHAD

• To assist and support Chief Sustainability Officer (“CSO”) in executing sustainability and social value creation strategies and initiatives across the organization.
• To take the operational lead for sustainability projects, ensuring effective implementation and follow-up.

• To support CSO in overseeing SMBCMY’s sustainability and social value creation strategies and initiatives.
• To act as Secretariat of Sustainability Committee, preparing materials and follow-up actions as needed.
• To serve as a key liaison between various departments and CSO to facilitate communication, coordination, and reporting on sustainability and social value creation-related matters.
• To support relevant departments in timely and accurate reporting related to sustainability and social value creation to CSO, Sustainability Committee, Board of Directors and relevant committees.
• To monitor and ensure compliance with environmental regulations in Malaysia and SMBC Group’s sustainability policies, promptly escalating any breaches to CSO.
• To communicate with local authorities, regulators, SMBC Head Office (Japan) and Regional Office (Singapore) on sustainability and social value creation-related matters as instructed by CSO.
• To lead or assist in organizing ESG-related events and initiatives, representing SMBCMY as instructed by CSO.
• To handle any other matters instructed by CSO.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/ Management, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Finance, Engineering or a related field.
• Preferably with minimum 5 years of extensive experience with focus in sustainability or corporate social responsibility or environmental management.
• Strong understanding in of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles.
• Knowledge of sustainability frameworks and standards, such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), GRI (Global Reporting Initiative), and others.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to environmental protection and corporate social responsibility.
• Strategic and financial frameworks to make a strong business case for sustainability initiatives.
• Awareness of current sustainability trends and challenges within various industries and best practices.
• Proven track record of leading successful sustainability programs and initiatives within and across departments to integrate sustainability into core business operations.
• Ability to communicate sustainability goals and achievements effectively to all stakeholders.
• Creative thinking, critical thinking, strategic planning and implementation.

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) operates globally with extensive overseas branches that offers a broad range of financial services. Due to its incorporation of a wholly owned subsidiary in Malaysia, SMBC is now inviting you to be part of its talent pool where you can grow with us. This is indeed a good opportunity for you to chart your career collaboratively with SMBC to greater heights.