Global Markets Sales Business Manager, Analyst / Associate
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional to join our Global Markets team as a Front Office Sales Business Manager. This role is instrumental in supporting strategic initiatives, driving operational efficiency, and enhancing business performance across the Front Office.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead and manage strategic projects and transformation initiatives within the Front Office to align with business priorities.
- Develop and present management-level reporting and performance updates, including strategic initiative tracking.
- Collaborate with business unit leaders to produce insightful analyses, forecasts, and performance metrics that support decision-making.
- Create and deliver materials that communicate business unit strategies to senior leadership, supporting growth and alignment.
- Assist in the development of detailed budgets and financial forecasts.
- Provide oversight and support for capital, margin, collateral, and optimization initiatives, including the development of management tools.
- Driving AI adoption by championing scalable solutions and unlocking market-specific value
Role Objectives :
Deliver actionable recommendations to leadership, driving business results to meet targets.Lead and contribute to workstreams focused on improving Front Office efficiency.Prepare visually compelling and data-driven presentations for internal stakeholders.Monitor and analyze competitive positioning using internal and external data sources, including deal volumes, market share, and fee structures.Conduct ad hoc analyses to support departmental initiatives and emerging trends.Engage directly with bankers to review performance metrics and pipeline activity.Evaluate client and industry profitability and conduct competitor benchmarking.Provide regular reporting (weekly, monthly, quarterly) on performance metrics to leadership.Represent Global Markets in future technology and AI discussionsQualifications and Skills :
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field; Master's preferred2+ years' experience in derivative sales support or Front Office rolesStrong analytical and data reporting skillsEffective communicator with solid presentation skills (PowerPoint proficiency)Highly organized with strong written and verbal communication across all levelsProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; quick to learn new systemsSMBC's employees participate in a Hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process. Hybrid work may not be permitted for certain roles, including, for example, certain FINRA-registered roles for which in-office attendance for the entire workweek is required.
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