Analyst, Japanese Corporate Banking Department Planning; Japanese speaker FTC

Main Purpose of the Role

To ensure the administration of all internal requirements which assist business promotion activities and support the management to deliver efficient Japanese corporate banking business operations.

• To manage the day‑to‑day administrative work associated with Japanese Corporate Banking Division (JCBD)’s internal control requirements, such as pending controls, updating credit condition information in CIMS, SOX testing and self‑inspection, to ensure there are no breaches of any internal rules or procedures.
• To contribute actively to ad‑hoc projects within JCBD in order to improve processes and operational efficiency, not only for London but for the region.
• To create, update and submit internal reports to relevant divisions in Head Quarter in a timely manner, liaising with stakeholders to ensure the reporting requirements are satisfied.
• To overview and control day‑to‑day administrative works in the department to support Head of Division and Department Head in assuring the effective and efficient running of the department.
• To develop and maintain effective relationships across the division and other departments/branches in EMEA, including Head Office, to enable greater co‑ordination of activities and aid collaborative working.

• Preferred:
  Basic knowledge in a wide range of banking products.
• Work experience in a financial institution with understanding and experience in Japanese corporate banking business.
• Previous experience in business management and/or administration.

• Essential:
  Fluency in Japanese both written and verbal.
• Preferred:
  Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access applications.
• Strong numerical, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Strong accuracy and attention to details.
• Strong analytical skills and demonstrable accuracy when creating reports.
• Effective team player with well‑developed interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management skills.

• Excellent communication skills.
• Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability.
• A proactive, motivated approach; the ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly.
• Strong decision‑making skills, with the ability to demonstrate sound judgement.
• A structured and logical approach to work.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• A creative and innovative approach to work.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• A calm approach, with the ability to perform well in a pressurised environment.
• Strong numerical skills.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills.

The role holder will be assessed in accordance with their employing entity’s performance framework and process, with relevant input obtained from the dual‑hatting entity as relevant. As duties and responsibilities change, the job description will be reviewed and amended in consultation with the role holder. The role holder will carry out other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the role as requested by their line manager or Department Head.

We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.

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We make our recruitment decisions in a non‑discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.