Managing Director , Global Markets & Treasry Asia Pacifc

Headquartered in Tokyo, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) is a leading global financial institution and a core member of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMBC Group). Built upon our rich Japanese heritage since 1876, we put our customers first and provide seamless access to, from and within the Asia Pacific region.   SMBC is one of the largest Japanese banks by assets and maintain strong credit ratings across our global integrated network.  We work closely as one SMBC Group to offer personal, corporate and investment banking services to meet the needs of our customers.

With sustainability embedded within our strategy and operations, we are committed to creating a society in which today’s generation can enjoy economic prosperity and well-being, and pass it on to future generations.

Job Responsibilities

• To maintain the bank’s asset and alibility profile in alignment with regulatory requirements, liquidity ratios and risk management guidelines

• To ensure effective balance sheet management to enhance financial profitability and optimise capital efficiency

• To monitor and manage interest rate risk, liquidity risk and capital adequacy to safeguard financial stability

• To develop precise predictive models and analytics to assess future performance of the bank’s asset and liability portfolio

• To utilise data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making and mitigate potential financial risks

• To continuously enhance forecasting methodologies and stress testing to improve portfolio resilience

• To lead multiple projects in collaboration with key stakeholders, including Risk Management, Finance and Business Unis to strengthen ALM practices

• To drive innovation and process improvements in ALM frameworks, tools and reporting mechanisms

• To implement best practices and new initiatives to enhance balance sheet efficiency and profitability

• To ensure full compliance with internal policies, regulatory frameworks and industry best practices and work closely with risk and compliance teams to maintain robust ALM governance framework

• To oversee ALM activities across APAC branches and subsidiaries, ensuring consistency in quality, policies and practices

Job Requirements

• Degree in Banking & Finance or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years+ relevant experience in Assets Liability Management
• Experience working with APAC markets and regulatory framework is a plus
• Proven track record of managing ALM activities across multiple regions or entities
• Good knowledge of the financial markets
• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English
• Strong quantitative skill and proficiency in financial modelling, stress testing, scenario analysis and forecasting
• Proficient in MS Office and Excel VBA Skills
• Strong leadership capability with good interpersonal and relationship skill
• Strong understanding of risk governance and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build and motivate high-performing teams.
• Proficiency in Japanese language is advantages as this role requires for regular communication with the head office in Japan.