Executive Director, Indonesia Strategic Planning Group, Asia Growing Markets Department

Responsibilities

• Lead, guide, and manage AGMD ISP team members as Group Head to accelerate strategic planning and execution of organic and inorganic business development initiatives in Indonesia.
• Enhance the business performance of subsidiaries in Indonesia and expand the overall business and individual lines of business / group companies by working closely with stakeholders to deliver insightful analysis and propose solutions to capture business opportunities.
• Implement strategies and initiatives based on a strong understanding of banking products, business processes, and operational frameworks to support sustainable business growth.
• Identify and pursue collaboration opportunities across SMBC Group to enhance value propositions in local markets and realize business synergies.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with the Group’s mid-term strategies and monitor business performance through regular assessment of local management reports.
• Provide timely reporting to internal stakeholders in accordance with Head Office and Regional Office requirements.
• Collaborate with relevant departments at Head Office and Regional Office to strengthen business operations and governance for AGMD-controlled entities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in the banking industry, including business management and performance management experience.

• Proven experience in leading and managing teams in a managerial or supervisory capacity, with the ability to provide clear direction, develop talent, and drive performance.

• Experience of managing strategic projects such as overseeing project management office for mergers & acquisitions from due diligence processes until post-merger integration.

• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to assess business considerations and enhance value propositions.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and timeliness.

• Proficiency in Japanese is preferred, as the role requires preparation of reports for Japanese Financial Services Agency and regular liaison with Head Office in Tokyo.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written), including excellent presentation capabilities, cross-cultural communication skills, and stakeholder management experience.

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively and lead teams, inspire team members, work across functions and geographies, and operate independently when required.

• Proactive mindset with adaptability to change and the ability to implement innovative, value-adding solutions.

• Strong quantitative, analytical, project management, and critical thinking skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).