AVP/VP, Principal System Analyst (JRI-6829) (Singapore)

The Japan Research Institute (JRI) Limited is a subsidiary of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Group. SMBC Group is a Tokyo-based bank holding company that is ranked among the largest 25 banks globally by assets under management. JRI provides comprehensive, highly value-added information services through the coordinated application of its 3 functions. i.e. information systems, consulting and think-tank. As a system integrator, JRI offers services in IT strategy planning, implementation and outsourcing to a broad range of industries and activities. JRI Singapore currently supports the overall IT functions of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) in Asia Pacific Region. Responsibilities Analyze and translate business requirements into detailed functional and technical specifications, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and solution design principles. Collaborate with Solution Architects to design scalable, secure, and efficient technology solutions that meet business objectives. Act as a key liaison between business stakeholders, development teams, and testing teams, ensuring clear communication and seamless integration of requirements. Drive process re-engineering initiatives, defining target operating models and recommending technology-enabled improvements. Prepare and review project deliverables, including functional specifications, solution design documents, API specifications, and UML models. Support project planning activities with PMO, including resource estimation, scheduling, and budget forecasting. Coordinate system integration testing (SIT) and user acceptance testing (UAT), ensuring test coverage aligns with business requirements and technical design. Assist in mid-term strategy formulation, contributing to technology roadmaps and solution optimization initiatives. Provide Level 2 functional support, investigating and resolving complex issues in collaboration with development and infrastructure teams. Ensure compliance with governance standards, security policies, and regulatory requirements throughout the solution lifecycle. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Finance & Banking. Minimum of 10 years working as a System Analyst or a role holding similar job responsibilities Experience in Banking environment with exposure to Digital Channels. IT Banking systems experience required. Knowledge in Agile / Waterfall Methodology will be an advantage. Familiar with business process re-engineering and solution design. Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, relationship building skills and ability to achieve results with these stakeholders in a collaborative manner. Excellent communication skills and strong ability to steer / influence positive outcome effectively. Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills. Work on any other projects as assigned. Able to manage lite projects independently.