VP, Strategy & Transformation — Executive Advisor

The Japan Research Institute, Limited (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Singapore is seeking a VP, Business Analyst for the Strategic Transformation Office. The role partners with senior executives to shape strategic objectives, define roadmaps, and drive large-scale transformation across regions and platforms.

You will lead business analysis, stakeholder engagement, and governance efforts, delivering data-driven insights to enable executive decision‑making and measurable benefits realization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Banking & Finance, Business Admin, Economics, Technology, or related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in financial services, consulting, strategic transformation, or programme delivery.
• MBA or equivalent advanced qualification preferred.
• Professional certifications in BA, PM (PMP/PgMP/PRINCE2), Agile or Lean Six Sigma are desirable.
• Strong knowledge of corporate and institutional banking products and regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

• Define strategic objectives and develop executable roadmaps aligned to regional priorities.
• Lead transformation programmes across jurisdictions, business units, and technology platforms.
• Facilitate strategic discussions and provide data-driven insights and recommendations for executive decisions.
• Drive governance, risk management, and change management activities within programmes.
• Deliver benefits realization and performance tracking for initiatives.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Data analytics

Project management

Change management

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Banking & Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Technology, Engineering, or related discipline

MBA or equivalent advanced qualification preferred

Professional certifications in Business Analysis, Project Management (PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2), Agile, Lean Six Sigma, Change Management

Job description

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Singapore is seeking a VP, Business Analyst for the Strategic Transformation Office. The role partners with senior executives to shape strategic objectives, define roadmaps, and drive large-scale transformation across regions and platforms.

You will lead business analysis, stakeholder engagement, and governance efforts, delivering data-driven insights to enable executive decision‑making and measurable benefits realization.