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.

Assistant Vice President, CDAO Business Management Analyst

Role Purpose

Support the day-to-day operations of the APAC Chief Data & Analytics Office (CDAO) by providing business management, administrative and coordination support across leadership activities, workforce administration, vendor management and team initiatives. The role helps ensure the smooth and effective running of the CDAO function.

Key Responsibilities

Business Management & Operations

• Support the preparation of management updates, presentations and reporting materials.
• Maintain team trackers, management information, organisation charts and shared repositories.
• Track and follow up on key actions, deliverables and outstanding items across the team.
• Support headcount tracking, recruitment coordination, onboarding and offboarding activities.
• Maintain vendor, contract, purchase order and invoice records.
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, Procurement and external vendors on operational and administrative matters.
• Assist with budget administration and routine reporting where required.

Executive Support & Administration

• Coordinate meetings, calendars, workshops and stakeholder engagements.
• Prepare meeting materials, minutes and action logs.
• Support travel arrangements, expense submissions and administrative requests.
• Assist with scheduling and logistics for leadership meetings and departmental activities.
• Maintain records, filing systems and team documentation.

Communications, Events & Team Engagement

• Support the organisation of town halls, workshops, training sessions and team events.
• Assist with internal communications, newsletters and presentation materials.
• Coordinate participation in external events, industry engagements and partnership activities where required.
• Provide general coordination support across CDAO initiatives and activities.

Requirement

• Degree in Business, Finance, Technology, Data Analytics or a related discipline.
• 5-8 years of experience in business management, PMO support, operational support, executive administration or departmental coordination, preferably within financial services, consulting or technology organisations.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong organisational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through on actions.
• Proficient in PowerPoint, Excel and Microsoft 365 applications.
• Comfortable preparing reports, presentations and status updates.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive, reliable and service-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Interest in Data, Analytics and AI would be an advantage.