Vice President, Indonesia Strategic Planning Group (Singapore)

Job description

SMBC is accelerating its Multi-Franchise Strategy and promoting the sustainable growth of SMBC Group companies in key growing markets across the region. As a Vice President serving as a team member of Indonesia Strategic Planning Group (“ISP”) , this role is responsible for supporting the strategic direction and providing oversight of subsidiaries in Indonesia, with the objective of driving overall business growth and expansion across Retail, Wholesale, SME, Ultra-micro banking, and non-bank financing businesses. This position offers an excellent opportunity for candidates who aspire to gain extensive exposure to business promotion, strategic planning, and performance management of SMBC Group’s subsidiaries in Indonesia. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong accountability and initiative in formulating and executing solutions, with a clear focus on achieving results. Candidates with a strong interest in applying transferable skills and knowledge to develop and execute strategies for sustainable business growth are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities Support the development and execution of strategic planning and both organic and inorganic business development initiatives in Indonesia under AGMD ISP. Drive business performance of subsidiaries in Indonesia and expand the overall business and individual lines of business / group companies by working closely with stakeholders to deliver insightful analysis and propose solutions to capture business opportunities. Implement strategies and initiatives based on a strong understanding of banking products, business processes, and operational frameworks to support sustainable business growth. Identify and pursue collaboration opportunities across SMBC Group to enhance value propositions in local markets and realize business synergies. Support the formulation of key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with the Group’s mid-term strategies and monitor business performance through regular assessment of local management reports. Prepare and provide timely reporting to internal stakeholders in accordance with Head Office and Regional Office requirements. Collaborate with relevant departments at Head Office and Regional Office to strengthen business operations and governance for AGMD-controlled entities. Requirements Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience in the financial services industry (covering areas such as strategy and planning, business management, and performance management), with at least 4 – 5 years of experience in strategy consulting within a management consulting environment. . Proven experience in understanding business drivers and developing financial models within the financial services industry. Demonstrated ability to handle large datasets and financial figures with high accuracy, attention to detail, and analytical rigor. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to assess business considerations, evaluate strategic opportunities, and enhance value propositions. Experience in preparing presentation materials for executive meetings, with the ability to translate complex analysis into clear, concise, and impactful messaging. Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and timeliness. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written), including excellent presentation capabilities (with experience presenting to C-Suite stakeholders), cross-cultural communication skills, and stakeholder management experience Proven ability to collaborate effectively across functions and geographies, influence stakeholders, and operate independently with a high degree of ownership. . Proactive mindset with adaptability to change and the ability to implement innovative, value-adding solutions. Strong quantitative, analytical, project management, and critical thinking skills. Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).