Liquidity Risk Oversight, Vice President

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation•New York, NY

7d•$155,000 - $195,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) is seeking a Vice President to join the Liquidity Risk Oversight team within Treasury Risk Management, a risk function in the Risk Management Department Americas Division. The group oversees treasury risks and balance sheet strategy for SMBC branches and subsidiaries in the region, including liquidity risk, interest rate risk in the banking book, and capital management. It independently assesses business strategies that affect these risks and ensures they are identified, measured, controlled, monitored, and reported. The team works closely with SMBC’s Tokyo Head Office risk management department, which oversees SMFG’s balance sheet risks. The Vice President will lead special projects requiring dedicated attention within liquidity risk oversight, covering SMBC’s approximately $300 billion combined balance sheet and related risks across regional legal entities and jurisdictions. The role calls for expertise in liquidity risk management, regulatory frameworks, and stress testing, along with the agility and organizational skills to lead multiple projects. It offers opportunities to contribute to team oversight and work with stakeholders across the organization.

Requirements

At least 5 years of liquidity risk experience in first- or second-line groups at large U.S. banks or foreign banking organizations (FBOs).
Strong background in financial markets and products.
Understanding of balance sheets, products, and related liquidity risks.
Knowledge of U.S. regulatory requirements for liquidity risk, such as Reg YY, SR 10-6, and Reg WW.
Understanding of liquidity risk regulatory metrics, including LCR and NSFR.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
Highly organized and structured, with strong project-planning skills and the ability to deliver under tight deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Background in consulting.

Responsibilities

Lead special liquidity risk projects under the direction of the Head of Liquidity Risk Oversight, including liquidity limit recalibration, in-depth product analyses, market surveillance, and ad hoc review and challenge.
Support independent oversight of funding and liquidity positions of SMBC branches and legal entities in the Americas region.
Support continuous enhancement of the independent second-line risk oversight framework.
Support engagement and interactions with regional regulators on liquidity risk matters.
Support regional liquidity risk committees and governance forums as needed.
Prepare and present liquidity risk analyses and reports to senior management and risk committees as required.
Ensure timely escalation of liquidity risk issues to appropriate stakeholders.
Build collaborative relationships with first-line Treasury functions, providing support and risk advice while maintaining independence.
Build and maintain relationships with business partners and foster a strong risk culture throughout the organization.
Coordinate with colleagues in Tokyo Head Office and other regions, including EMEA and APAC.