MD, Governance Planning Department, Asia Pacific Division

SUMITOMO MITSUI BANKING CORPORATION Singapore Branch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial institution in Singapore is looking for a seasoned professional to oversee regulatory change management and enhance business governance. The ideal candidate has over 15 years of experience in financial institutions, particularly in wholesale banking, and must possess strong leadership, project management, and communication skills. Proficiency in Japanese is essential for collaboration with the Tokyo head office.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in financial institutions, preferably in Wholesale Banking.
• Experience operating at a strategic level within a global financial institution.
• Proven track record in regulatory frameworks and project management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise regulatory change management in the APAC region.
• Lead governance framework enhancements in line with regulations.
• Provide guidance to branches in the APAC region on regulatory adherence.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Data Analysis

Communication

Japanese proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Master of Business Administration (optional)

Job description

Role and Responsibilities

• Supervise various groups which are responsible for regulatory change management, enhancements of the 1st line risk control, improve business foundation and governance structure through re-organization, business continuity management, executive management committee, regulatory communication in APAC region.
• Lead enhancements for governance framework in the APAC region in line with global/local regulations as well as Head Office/Regional Senior management's expectation.
• Provide leadership and guidance to each branch and subsidiaries in APAC region on various know-how and working with respective regulators
• Enhance the level of regional/local regulatory adherence and corporate governance
• Strengthen the business foundation and governance structure in APAC region including Singapore with impactful insights particularly regarding wholesale banking business
• Enhance crisis management and response in APAC region including Singapore
• Enhance 1st line risk controls in APAC region including Singapore

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Banking & Finance or related field, Master of Business Administration is an advantage
• 15+ years of experience working within financial institutions, ideally in Wholesale Banking and Corporate Banking
• Proven experience operating at a strategic level within the Head Office or central function of a global financial institution, with a focus on high-impact decision-making
• Experience in a strategic planning role, implementing, advising, and executing regulatory frameworks and policies is highly desirable
• Proven track record in Project Management, People and Team management skills, and demonstrated ability to coordinate effectively across internal departments and stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills, including Data Analysis and Interpretation
• Strong presentation and communication skills (written and verbal), ability to work with stakeholders across all levels of the organization, as well as liaising with external vendors
• Proficiency in Japanese language is required due to frequent liaison and communication with Tokyo Head office