Lead, Financial

Job Summary Strategy Development and execution of Balance Sheet Management BSM Actuals and Flash MI and Analytics specific strategic goals with respect to Balance Sheet Capital Liquidity IRRBB FTP ensuring alignment with Group Treasury Cluster Treasury CPM Finance Technology stakeholders Identifying and implementing best practices to enhance analytics MI and optimisation value-addition Business BSM is fundamental to the performance of the Treasury function This role as Balance Sheet Managers and optimisers focuses on the B S performance in conjunction with related B S metrics to optimise RoTE including providing decision makers with required B S information and analytics Part of this role mandate includes the cross-metrics analysis and insights to Treasury CPM and Finance covering B S explains that helps to optimise the liquidity buffers NII sensitivities and RWA overstatement Bring together the actual flash MI that improves performance management and forecasting accuracy and partner with Treasury on B S optimization and commercial proposals to senior committees ALCO GALCO Local Board Balance Sheet Managers and optimisers respond to queries from internal and external stakeholders and provide SME knowledge and advice for change and continuous improvement programs Partner with Group and Country teams to prepare ALCO papers on topical subjects including data analysis proposals and coordination for inputs Processes Ensure accurate consistent and timely delivery of Balance Sheet MI including metrics in standard taxonomy across the markets in-scope of this role Produce advanced analytics content and advice for key decision makers forums e g ALCO Group Cluster Treasurer business heads Respond to queries from internal stakeholders Treasury CPM Finance requiring subject matter expertise and act as single point for B S explains and insights across Treasury CPM and Finance Ensuring the operational efficiency accuracy and completeness of the reports are monitored with appropriate KPIs Establishing robust governance and controls for the adjustments process including the remediation traction and operational control Leveraging technology and automation tools to streamline MI and insights processes Supporting the transition of changes into BAU effectively that is aligned with the Bank s regulatory and technology objectives Review key reports to the Treasurer and Group CFO and various financial processes performed by other process teams ensure that quality is not compromised Key Responsibilities Risk Management Monitoring and ensuring that appropriate BAU and Change governance and controls are followed across all BSM Actuals and Flash MI and transformation activities Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to identify the risks in B S performance against the set thresholds guardrails that supports balance sheet optimisation Identifying monitoring and escalating as and when required key issues in the balance sheet data gaps guardrail breaches forecast deviations leading to suboptimal balance sheet management Governance Monitor and ensure that appropriate Change governance is followed across all transformation initiatives Represent the function at the governance forums in place for tracking change initiatives and influence decisions in respect of the change backlog prioritisation choice of technology tools and the operating model Leadership Qualities Characteristics Upholding high ethical standards and ensuring all reporting activities are conducted with integrity and transparency Promoting a culture of diversity and inclusivity compliance and ethical behaviour within the team Inspiring proactive and innovative behaviours in the team to continuously improve performance and strive for excellence Regulatory Business Conduct Display exemplary conduct and live by the Group s Values and Code of Conduct Take personal responsibility for embedding the highest standards of ethics including regulatory and business conduct across Standard Chartered Bank This includes understanding and ensuring compliance with in letter and spirit all applicable laws regulations guidelines and the Group Code of Conduct Lead the Group or Cluster teams to achieve the outcomes set out in the Bank s Conduct Principles Fair Outcomes for Clients Effective Financial Markets Financial Crime Compliance The Right Environment Effectively and collaboratively identify escalate mitigate and resolve risk conduct and compliance matters Key stakeholders Global Process Lead Global Process Manager Balance Sheet Management and Regulatory Reporting Group Treasury COO FP A - Group Head GCFO India Head and Leads CPM - Functional Heads and Leads Segment - CIB WRB Treasury C O Head and Leads across Group and Clusters Change Management - Head and Leads across Treasury Change Cluster and Country Treasury Finance Other Responsibilities Embed Here for good and Group s brand and values in XXXX country business unit team Perform other responsibilities assigned under Group Country Business or Functional policies and procedures Multiple functions double hats List all responsibilities associated with the role People Talent Planning and allocating resources effectively to meet management information commitments Developing the team to build capacity and elevate team capabilities at pace to be business partners Providing guidance training and mentorship to the GCFO India team on functional BSM knowledge best practices and B S strategies Building relationships to improve collaboration across Group Cluster Segments CPM and GCFO functions to resolve issues and implement changes for BSM Skills and Experience Technical Manage end-to-end delivery of Balance Sheet Leverage exposure RWA Leverage and Returns MI analysis for Treasurer Head of Group FP A and other stakeholders across Group and Clusters Understanding of the bank s products and services with specialisation in atleast one of FM CIB or Treasury products Financial Reporting skillsets experience Strong in Balance Sheet Management analytics MI and optimisation Business Finance Balance Sheet Performance Management FP A Conceptual knowhow of Balance Sheet Management metrics and its calculation methods - Liquidity IRRBB Capital Understanding of IFRS Accounting Soft Skills Deliver BSM results and presentations for the treasurer and his team to support weekly reviews linking balance sheet actuals flash and forecasts with capital and other BSM metrics Very good written and verbal communication skills Ability to engage with senior stakeholders succinctly assertively and meaningfully Excellent Interpersonal Communication Strong Business Writing skills Technology orientation what will give the candidate an edge Knowledge of Python SQL Platforms Knowhow in deploying AI and ML solutions to mechanise processes and achieve scale The Technical Competency Framework outlines a consistent set of expectations on what technical knowledge is required for a group of similar roles aligned to the Job Family Framework Technical Competencies are designed to build transparency and objectivity by providing an in-depth view of the expectations for a role Please select technical competencies from the library here It is recommended that there is no more than 6 technical competencies selected per role Qualifications MBA Fin or Master s in finance Accountancy Economics or affiliated subjects Undergraduate degree in Commerce Science Engineering Chartered Accountant Risk Management or related Professional Certification will be an added advantage Minimum of 10 years experience in any combination of Balance Sheet Management Capital Liquidity FTP or IRRBB Strong knowledge of Balance Sheet including explains analytics of trends engaging with business effectively to understand the drivers of movements strong in comparing actuals flash forecast internal thresholds with an aim to optimise balance sheet and advise key stakeholders in Segments CPM and Treasury Good understanding of banking products accounting basics Capital Liquidity IRRBB FTP metrics and its binding constraints to grow balance sheet Proficient in analytics to drive deep understanding of B S trends and its implications Collaboration mindset able to deliver solutions to improve B S About Standard Chartered We re an international bank nimble enough to act big enough for impact For more than 170 years we ve worked to make a positive difference for our clients communities and each other We question the status quo love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before If you re looking for a career with purpose and you want to work for a bank making a difference we want to hear from you You can count on us to celebrate your unique talents and we can t wait to see the talents you can bring us Our purpose to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity together with our brand promise to be here for good are achieved by how we each live our valued behaviours When you work with us you ll see how we value difference and advocate inclusion Together we Do the right thing and are assertive challenge one another and live with integrity while putting the client at the heart of what we do Never settle continuously striving to improve and innovate keeping things simple and learning from doing well and not so well Are better together we can be ourselves be inclusive see more good in others and work collectively to build for the long term What we offer In line with our Fair Pay Charter we offer a competitive salary and benefits to support your mental physical financial and social wellbeing Core bank funding for retirement savings medical and life insurance with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations Time-off including annual leave parental maternity 20 weeks sabbatical 12 months maximum and volunteering leave 3 days along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday which is combined to 30 days minimum Flexible working options based around home and office locations with flexible working patterns Proactive wellbeing support through Unmind a market-leading digital wellbeing platform development courses for resilience and other human skills global Employee Assistance Programme sick leave mental health first-aiders and all sorts of self-help toolkits A continuous learning culture to support your growth with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical virtual and digital learning Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity across our teams business functions and geographies - 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