SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.

 

In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization’s extensive global network. The Group’s operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.

Role Description

SMBC is searching for an individual to fulfill a new opportunity as a Facilities Managers leader at their Tralee Ireland office location. The Facilities Manager will be accountable for the day to day facility functions and provide oversight & safe operations of SMBC’s office; with a focus on oversight of a third party service providers, routine maintenance strategy, testing regimes, small minor project delivery, moves and changes, long term strategy preparation, supplier strategy. The Facilities Manager will coordinate all aspects of functionality with SMBC stakeholders in the Tralee office and North America and ensure consistency in delivery and business plans is maintained. Enable and lead continuous improvement and innovative approaches to the day-to-day operations, while maintaining appropriate governance and oversight of vendors and suppliers. Manage and direct SMBC’s project suppliers to ensure they are aligned with SMBC objectives and compliant with SMBC policies, regulations, and laws.

Responsibilities Ensure the facility is compliant and meets legal requirements including health & safety standards Respond to business requests in respect of facility related day to day business functions Oversee and implement mandates for safe and reliable functions of the Tralee office Multiple business unit liaison including the Technology group and frequent executive reporting to CRE and local leadership Implement, coordinate and provide oversight of supporting service providers and maintenance contractors (third parties) Coordinate and facilitate all project day-to-day requirements, obligations including moves, changes & additions Participate and lead facility projects and initiatives with CRE America oversight Issue requests for proposals for third party services, evaluate and attain best value Qualifications and Skills Over 10+ years of real estate project management experience with at least the last 5 years in a senior role and with experience in managing facilities Proven leader with experience in building, developing and leading a team of professionals who oversee outsourced facility management arrangements Must have an elemental understanding of mechanical & electrical systems and a strong background in managing day to day activities and strategy planning Proficient with Microsoft or equivalent Knowledgeable in all aspects of real estate projects including forecasting cost & estimating, scheduling, service contracts, procurement methods Strong client focus and responsiveness to business needs and growth. Well-developed communication and presentation skills including executive interaction and writing Experience in supplier management Additional Requirements

SMBC’s employees participate in a hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. SMBC provides reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at accommodations@smbcgroup.com.