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, 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.

 

The anticipated salary range for this role is between $175,000.00 and $227,000.00. The specific salary offered to an applicant will be based on their individual qualifications, experiences, and an analysis of the current compensation paid in their geography and the market for similar roles at the time of hire. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award. In addition to cash compensation, SMBC offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees.

Role Description

The Data Project / Portfolio Manager will lead data-driven initiatives and oversee the strategic alignment of technology portfolios within the Nikko / Capital Markets organization. This role requires a strong background in data governance, program management, and process optimization to deliver solutions that enhance data quality, compliance, and operational efficiency. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams, including technology, risk, and business stakeholders, to design and implement transformative data strategies that meet the evolving needs of the organization.

Role Objectives

Data Program Management:
                • Oversee governance routines for data management across multiple technology systems, ensuring compliance with enterprise standards and regulatory requirements.
                • Lead initiatives to consolidate data quality metrics and develop centralized dashboards for effective monitoring and decision-making.
Portfolio and Process Optimization:
                • Design and execute strategies to streamline project and portfolio management 
                • Implement frameworks for tracking program risks, issues, and deliverables to enhance transparency and accountability.
Technology and Data Strategy Development:
                • Partner with stakeholders to define and implement data architecture, operating models, and system enhancements that align with organizational objectives.
                • Support the adoption of innovative tools and platforms, leveraging cloud technologies and modern data practices.
Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication:
                • Serve as the primary liaison between technical teams and business leaders, ensuring project deliverables meet stakeholder expectations.
                • Conduct workshops, governance reviews, and reporting sessions to foster collaboration and maintain alignment across all teams.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
                • Identify opportunities to leverage emerging technologies to drive efficiencies and business value.
                • Foster a culture of continuous improvement by implementing scalable and sustainable solutions.

Qualifications and Skills

•    Expertise and knowledge of project management methodologies/SDLC/Scaled Agile within Information Technology Capital Markets environments.
•    Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate to both technical and non-technical audiences. 
•    Experience with financial products, financial data, e.g., Market, and Reference data.
•    Broad understanding of the financial services industry, products, and data, including risk management principals, rules laws and regulatory requirements.
•    Skilled at handling and optimizing complex project portfolios.
•    10 years’ experience in Financial Services
•    Degree in Business Management, Information Technology, Finance, or related discipline

Additional Requirements

D&I Commitment

Responsible for fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, holding leaders accountable for creating an inclusive environment through awareness and practice of equity in recruiting, developing, and promoting diverse talent.

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. Hybrid work may not be permitted for certain roles, including, for example, certain FINRA-registered roles for which in-office attendance for the entire workweek is required.

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.