Who we are

United by a sense of purpose towards our customers – to be a trusted partner for the long-term – and our universal banking platform in EMEA, SMBC Group has an international growth agenda and award-winning products, meaning we provide exciting opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects and initiatives. We deliver a full suite of corporate finance products and solutions to our customers as well as investment banking and advisory services, and a range of innovative solutions in global capital markets. Read on to find out how you could enhance your skills and gain valuable experience, by joining us to support our clients transition to a sustainable future.

Role Summary

Strategic Planning & Execution: Develop and execute a detailed project plan using Agile methodologies, including milestones, risk assessments, and contingency strategies. Ensure flexibility for continuous improvement and adjustments based on feedback.

Project Governance and Reporting: Establish governance frameworks and provide regular updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Technical Coordination: Collaborate with IT Infrastructure, Infrastructure Operations, Security, Applications and Production Support Teams, Regional (EMEA) IT teams, and Business Units to ensure seamless delivery to infrastructure.

For you to succeed in the role,you’ll need to have:
Experienced in IT Project Management & Governance: Managed deliveryof infrastructure project in financial services using Agile and Waterfall methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
Risk Management: Prioritised zero downtime and business continuity through thorough testing, backup plans, and coordination with relevant teams.
Collaboration and Communication: Worked closely with trading desks, infrastructure, and applicationsupport teams to ensure smooth transitions.
Stakeholder Engagement: Conducted stand-ups, sprint reviews,and retrospectives for clear communication with senior stakeholders.
Success involves navigating complexstructures, influencing stakeholders, and driving consensus for secure and compliant
deliverys

Business Area

The infrastructure delivery for front office, back office, and trading desks is crucial for keeping the organisation secure, compliant, and competitive. This role aims to minimise disruption and ensure seamless delivery across all EMEA locations. Upgrading our infrastructure will provide enhanced security, compliance, and operational efficiency, boosting employee productivity and performance.

Key stakeholders: Senior Leadership, Traders, Trade Floor Desk Heads, Business Users, IT Infrastructure, Infrastructure Operations, Security, Applications and Production Support Teams, Regional (EMEA) IT teams, Infrastructure Project Team.

Position Description

Oversee scope definition and control, ensuring deliverables remain aligned with agreed requirements andpreventing scope creep throughout the project lifecycle.
Develop and execute project plans for infrastructureprojects across the EMEA region, ensuring timely delivery and minimal disruption to businessnoperations.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to gather requirements, address concerns and provide regularstatus and risk updates, maintaining transparent communication with Infra leads, senior leadership and governance boards.
Define and track KPI’s, SLAs and key milestones, ensuring project success is measurable and auditable.
Identify potential risks (Compatibility, Performance, Security, Resourcing), develop delivery strategies, and manage escalations / issues.
Work closely with Platform Engineering, Infrastructure Operations, Application Teams and Infrastructure Teams.
Maintain detailed documentation of project plans, test results, risk logs and contingency measures, reporting back to senior stakeholders.
Manage project budgets, ensuring financial tracking, cost optimisation, and adherence to approved funding.

Competencies

What we offer

For all the expertise and experience you bring to help us make a difference, it’s only sustainable if we support you to build your career and be your best self so we offer competitive company benefits, centred around promoting positive well-bring and work-life balance. We also believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where all team members perspectives and contributions are valued. Initiatives in place which promote a diverse and inclusive culture and healthy work life balance include hybrid working, Sport & Social Clubs and Diversity and Inclusion networks.

As an employee of SMBC you have access to a host of both useful and exciting benefit offerings. See below some of the benefits on offer to you:

• Hybrid and flexible working
• Competitive paid leave days
• Benefits to support your physical wellbeing, including private medical insurance and life and invalidity insurance
• Various policies to support your mental wellbeing, including a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services
• Access a wide range of learning and development opportunities and career progression opportunities
• Ambitious remuneration package

So, if you like a challenge and want to continuously grow and develop in a role where you will be supported along the way by a dynamic and diverse team, apply today!!