Vice President, Structured Finance - Credit Portfolio Management & Japanese

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking an experienced banking professional with a focus on portfolio management and project finance. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in banking sectors, particularly in structured finance, and possess fluency in Japanese to liaise with clients and governmental agencies in APAC. This position is pivotal in fostering relationships, managing credit portfolios, and supporting strategic business initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of banking experience, with 5+ years in project finance.
• 1+ year in credit portfolio management.
• Fluency in spoken and written Japanese is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct portfolio management and credit monitoring.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Japanese governmental agencies.
• Strategic planning for business development in structured finance.

Skills

Project Finance

Credit Portfolio Management

Stakeholder Relationship Management

Financial Model Analysis

Knowledge of Japanese Banking Law

Organizational Skills

Fluency in Japanese

Education

University Graduate

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

• Conduct the portfolio management, including credit monitoring, trigger reports, waiver, and amendments, for the existing borrowers of the departement.
• Develop and maintain relationship with and Japanese-related borrowers and sponsors, and Japanese Governmental Agencies in APAC.
• Liaise and co-work with relavant departments and SMBC group members conduct internal reportings and have consultations on credit cost / tax / accounting matters as necessary.
• Strategic planning for business development of structured finance area in APAC.
• Support ad-hoc works as requested by senior staff within the department.
• Foster knowledge sharing among team members and inspire others to enhance the team's overall performance.

Job Requirements

• Over 7 years of banking sector experiences and at least 5 years experience in project finance.
• At least 1-year experience in credit portfolio management and/or agent role of structured finance
• Fluent in spoken and written Japanese is desirable as this role needs to discuss with Japanese government agencies/clients and make presentation in Japanese.
• Deep sector knowledges in oil & gas and new energy markets.
• Proficient in MS Word/Excel/Powerpoint, and financial model analysis.
• University graduate with strong academic background
• A collaborative team player who is also independent and self-motivated
• Possesses strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively, manage expectations, and meet deadlines, demonstrating high work ethics, integrity, and commitment.
• Knowledge of Japanese Banking Law and banking regulations