Job Summary

Technology organisation within SCB spans 5K people and c.1.2bn USD cost base. Tech FP&A will play a critical role in providing comprehensive analytics and insights on the cost base of the Technology, by driving and tracking cost optimization and ensuring the realization of Fit For Growth (FFG) commitments are in alignment with corporate plan.

The roles under Technology FP&A will work closely with Technology CFOs, Finance Directors, Business finance, and Group FP&A to manage the cost performance of the Technology functions in line with the Bank's performance management framework. Additionally, the role involves handling day-to-day financial-related ad-hoc tasks and driving insights on TPS recharges to segments/products.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategy
Create and execute comprehensive long-term financial plans that align with the organization's strategic objectives, emphasizing cost efficiency and budget controls. This includes conducting detailed cost analysis, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and integrating cost management strategies into the financial planning process. Regularly review and adjust these plans to reflect changing business conditions and strategic priorities. 

Business
Demonstrate strong understanding of business drivers and its impact on Technology cost.  Stay abreast of evolving business strategies and its reorganization to infer impact on functions cost structures directly or indirectly. 

Collaborate with Technology CFOs, the FP&A Lead, and Group FP&A to manage the overall financial portfolio, contributing to the broader performance management framework and long-term strategic planning.

Processes
•    Establish and maintain robust performance management frameworks that include key performance indicators (KPIs), regular reporting, and variance analysis. This will involve setting clear targets, monitoring progress against the plan, and conducting in-depth reviews to identify variances. Implement corrective actions promptly to address any deviations from the plan
•    Strengthen FP&A Partnership by Providing superior analytics and insights on the cost base of the Technology, organization to support strategic decision-making and enhance the CFO outcomes
•    Lead initiatives to identify and implement cost optimization strategies, ensuring alignment with Fit For Growth (FFG) commitments and corporate plan objectives.
•    Develop and refine financial models and forecasting tools to provide accurate and actionable insights that support strategic initiatives and decision-making processes.
•    Responsible for conducting regular weekly, monthly, and quarterly cost performance reviews, engaging with senior management teams (MT and MT-1), and preparing detailed reports for group reporting. 
•    Track, validate, and report sustainable savings and related benefits from various initiatives, change programs, and investments, ensuring transparency and accountability in financial performance.
•    Act as the Global Process Owner for TPS recharges to segments and countries.

People & Talent 
•    Lead by example, develop and embed a high-performance culture with specific focus on capability, effectiveness, and productivity.
•    Foster a culture of collaboration and a mindset of change and growth

Risk Management
•    Ability to interpret the firm’s financial information, identify key issues based on this information and put in place appropriate controls and measures.
•    Ensure compliance with Group Accounting Principles and practices, Financial Control policy, and other regulatory accounting guidelines.
•    Have an awareness and understanding of the regulatory framework in which the Group operates, and the regulatory requirements and expectations relevant to the role.

Governance 
•    Have an awareness and understanding of the regulatory framework in which the Group operates, and the regulatory requirements and expectations relevant to the role 

Regulatory & Business Conduct 
•    Display 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 [GBS India/GSF Finance] 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.
•    [Insert local regulator e.g. PRA/FCA prescribed responsibilities and Rationale for allocation].
[Where relevant - Additionally, for subsidiaries or relevant non -subsidiaries]
•    Serve as a Director of the Board of [insert name of entities]
•    Exercise authorities delegated by the Board of Directors and act in accordance with Articles of Association (or equivalent) 

Key Stakeholder's

•    T&O and Functions CFO’s 
•    T&O and Functions Business Partners / Leads
•    T&O and functions Management/ Leads & BPM’s
•    Group FP&A team.
•    Digital and Cost Simplifications work streams.
•    SAP Workforce Planning tool project teams

Other Responsibilities
Embed Here for good and Group’s brand and values in GBS India/GSF Finance Perform other responsibilities assigned under Group, Country, Business or Functional policies and procedures; Multiple functions (double hats); [List all responsibilities associated with the role]

Skills and Experience

Financial Analysis

Data Analysis & Visualisation

Financial Forecasting & Modelling

Planning: Tactical, Strategic

Performance Management

Qualifications

•    Chartered Accountant 12+ years of relevant finance experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Performance management or related finance roles.
•    Strong proficiency in financial modelling, data analysis, and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau).
•    Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
•    Strong communication skills, ensuring clarity and brevity, demonstrate high decision quality, and excel in storytelling to contextualize financial data effectively
•    Proven experience in identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
•    Demonstrated ability to automate processes and leverage technology to streamline workflows

About Standard Chartered

We're an international bank, nimble enough to act, big enough for impact. For more than 170 years, we've worked to make a positive difference for our clients, communities, and each other. We question the status quo, love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before. If you're looking for a career with purpose and you want to work for a bank making a difference, we want to hear from you. You can count on us to celebrate your unique talents and we can't wait to see the talents you can bring us.

Our purpose, to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, together with our brand promise, to be here for good are achieved by how we each live our valued behaviours. When you work with us, you'll see how we value difference and advocate inclusion.

Together we:

• Do the right thing and are assertive, challenge one another, and live with integrity, while putting the client at the heart of what we do
• Never settle, continuously striving to improve and innovate, keeping things simple and learning from doing well, and not so well
• Are better together, we can be ourselves, be inclusive, see more good in others, and work collectively to build for the long term

What we offer

In line with our Fair Pay Charter, we offer a competitive salary and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing.

• Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance, with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.
• Time-off including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday, which is combined to 30 days minimum.
• Flexible working options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns.
• Proactive wellbeing support through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global Employee Assistance Programme, sick leave, mental health first-aiders and all sorts of self-help toolkits
• A continuous learning culture to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual and digital learning.
• Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation, one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity, across our teams, business functions and geographies - everyone feels respected and can realise their full potential.