VP, Planning Group, Global Markets & Treasury Asia Pacific

Job Purpose

SMBC continues to strengthen its Global Markets technology platform in line with the expansion of FX, Rates, and Fixed Income businesses across APAC. This role supports the effective delivery, stability, and enhancement of trading and booking systems used by Treasury and Global Markets businesses.

The coverage area for this position spans Singapore and other APAC locations including but not limited to Bangkok (Thailand), Sydney (Australia), Mumbai and New Delhi (India), Taipei (Taiwan), Seoul (South Korea), and Malaysia. Close coordination with the Head Office in Japan is required to ensure technology initiatives and system capabilities are aligned with firmwide technology standards and strategies.

This position supports technology and systems related to Global Markets and Treasury activities. The role requires regular communication, discussion, and reporting in Japanese and English, and interaction with Japan‑based stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities

• To oversee tech platform development in Singapore and potentially other locations in APAC, including FX, fixed income and derivatives trading
• To implement tech plan to develop treasury capabilities in conjunction with teams in Tokyo and other departments
• To manage budget control for technology, general affairs business as usual
• To indentify and manage risks associated with the bank’s treasury and global markets technology platform
• To ensure regulatory compliance with applicable laws and regulation
• To develop and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field
• 5 years of experience in Global Markets technology, operations, business management, or project coordination roles
• Basic understanding of FX and Rates trading workflows, including front‑to‑back booking and processing flows
• Exposure to Global Markets systems (e.g. FX or Rates booking, risk, or post‑trade systems) is preferred
• Experience working with Technology teams on issue management, delivery tracking, or project execution
• Strong communication and coordination skills with the ability to engage multiple stakeholders
• Japanese language proficiency is an advantage for communication with Head Office stakeholders
• Strong sense of ownership, attention to detail, and execution discipline