Business Solution Lead

Job Description

The Business Solution Lead would drive transformation would drive strategic deliverables under Finance Operations strategy and Aspire Transformation through effective collaboration between GPO and Innovation, Analytics & Enablement COE. This role will drive GPO transformation specifically coveringEnhanced reporting and analytics involving tech solutions, systems and toolsData strategy leveraging data science and visualisation tools & techniques to support data standardisation and visualisationStrategic operating model between Group / Regions / Countries and Fin Ops (GPO) by aligning accounting, reporting, analysis and change management responsibilities into / within GPO and making Group / Regions / Countries focus on direct business engagement for , stakeholder management and regulatory governance and business development and strategy,Strategic productivity initiatives from transformational solutions, andOptimisation of GPO operations by leveraging current & new generation tools such as servicenow, Power BI, Dataiku to significantly improve process automation and apply human effort and intelligence for analysis and decision support and directly contribute to Future Ready Workforce (FRW)Towards this, the role will interface extensively with senior Finance management at Fin Ops, GPO, and CFOs to deliver the Target Operating Model and build a sustainable and forward-looking finance organisation. The role will also work closely with Aspire Transformation programme, collaborating alongside the GPOs on the future design of processes and related technology and driving the implementation into productionStrategy & AdvisoryDrive the strategy and execution of Operational excellence within GPO that is aligned to the overall Fin Ops strategy (5 Pillars)Set GPO strategy for conceptualising and delivering transformational platforms to contribute to information, analysis and decision support needs of Group and Country Finance leadership teamsPlay an advisory / consultant role, driving optimisation and organisation design, working closely with the GPO leadership teamDrive & deliver strategic productivity initiatives leveraging GPO transformation and Aspire transformationPartner with Aspire Transformation to advice on tools & techniques, data and functional processes pertaining to GPO processesDevelopment and delivery of a strategic vision and plan for the redesign of the Global Process Model, covering operating model, process, policies & procedures, controls, systems, and dataDevelop the messaging and story boarding of GPO vision across various Finance forumsDeliver the service model, service catalogue and tools working closely with the GPO organisation and the Finance Organisation design teamBusinessUnderstand the current process state end to end with the aid of various Lean Six Sigma tools and identity various improvement opportunitiesDevelop robust measures and metrics to effectively manage the GPO organisationDrive execution of identified improvement opportunitiesEngage with Process Excellence, Productivity and Aspire teams to review toolsets to support organisation design and operationsReview process management, workflow management and work-force management tools in the industry and perform evaluations to recommend ideal toolset for FinanceSupport implementation of tools to contribute to finance organization design, outcomes, and requirementsProcessesDefining policies, procedures, and controls for the processesDesign the standardised optimised process with exceptions only for legal / tax/ regulatory variations (which will be managed locally by CFOs), and managing the process for approving such exceptionsPartner with GPO Leadership team, Country CFO and Aspire to deliver and determine appropriate ways to navigate complex issues and TOM & process transformation agendas specific to CountryDeveloping process framework, defining key metrics e.g. cycle time, cost, control, and managing performance of the process, benchmarked to external standards, integrate with Bank platforms and architecture and are the foundation of the Finance infrastructure strategy.Maintain intellectual curiosity to understand advancements in technology and innovations which are happening across digital, analytics, robotics, and artificial intelligence to influence SCB Finance Function directionBe a trusted advisor to the GPOs, FinOps MT and Global Finance partners and be able to support issues, communication, and influence outcomes.People and TalentLead the drive for up-tiering and up-skilling Finance to develop high performing teams for the future; inspire and engage peopleBusiness leadership / defining and agreeing solutions to drive effectiveness and efficiency with Finance and Business / Front Office managementSupport cross-Bank and finance talent development through thoughtful job design, selection of people managers and providing stretch opportunities for individuals to learn in role.Employ, engage, and retain high quality people, with succession planning for critical roles.Responsibility to review team structure/capacity plans.Set and monitor job descriptions and objectives for direct reports and provide feedback and rewards in line with their performance against those responsibilities and objectives.Risk ManagementReinforce an effective and exemplary risk and control culture and further strengthen the control environment, ensure that specialist knowledge and skills are assigned to relevant needs.Act to minimize operational loss and audit failures and take proactive measures to respond to matters arising and identify and manage forward looking risks.Work with relevant teams to identify and mitigate identified operational risks in their areas.Through assignment of direct and indirect reports, establish and maintain an appropriate framework and procedures for monitoring, identifying, measuring, assessing, reporting, and managing compliance, regulatory, financial crime, operational and reputational risksGovernanceReports directly to Head, Innovation, Analytics & Enablement with matrix reporting to GPOHas membership of all major GFS operating committees and GPO management teamsRegulatory & Business ConductDisplay 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 FTOM 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.Maintain PMO Governance prescribed responsibilities and Rationale for allocation].Exercise authorities delegated by the Board of Directors and act in accordance with Articles of AssociationKey StakeholdersFinance Operations Management TeamGPO and Leadership teamAspire Management Team and GPO Portfolio LeadRegional CFOsCountry and Product CFOsHead of GFSFinance Operations and TransformationOther Stream leads in the programme & External Programmes like BCBS 239 / IFRS9Regional Finance HeadsGroup & Country FinanceITOOther ResponsibilitiesEmbed Here for good and Group s brand and values in Global Financial Operations & Transformation Team.Perform other responsibilities assigned under Group, Country, Business or Functional policies and procedures.Our Ideal CandidateStrong leadership and interpersonal skills in networking and influencing decisions taken in the business and in infrastructure teams.Strategic mindset and with a good understanding of Banking business.Strong analytical skills and ability to make decisions.Excellent business judgment, operational control management and risk assessment.Experience in change and programme management and self-awareness to adopt varying approaches for different stakeholder dynamics.Experience of managing operational businesses and infrastructure teamsResults orientation, exceptional energy, and ambition to drive systems, technology and processchanges across geographiesStrategic context with ability to work collaboratively within the Team and the Bank in formulating strategies involving sourcing and suppliers to deliver business valueStrong team leadership & development skills to lead a motivated team with an ability to operate in complex multi-organisation, multi-country and multi-cultural environmentsSenior executive stakeholder management capability that provides strong collaboration with business and functional leaders.Role Specific Technical CompetenciesManage Conduct ExpertManage Risk ExpertManage People ExpertExternal Reporting ExpertRisk & Controls ExpertPerformance Management ExpertBalance Sheet Management ExpertTax Management AdvancedRegulatory & Compliance ExpertLean Six Sigma Advanced,

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