Application Development Associate

The suitable candidate will build and deliver solutions for ITSD OPPD to facilitate trading activities, trade reporting and risk management using well known technologies such as .Net, SQL Server, IBM MQ, FIX and XML working in an agile environment in collaboration with other teams. Business Area Front Office Platform Integration - ITSD OPPD The IT department at SMBC Capital Markets (CM) has grown significantly over the last 5 years to meet the needs of the growing business. SMBC has an internally build bespoke middle office system to facilitate trading activities. A role has risen in the team to work on the ever-expanding project portfolio and support S&T Platform Integration which is an effort to segregate the middleware functionality between front, mid and back offices. We are looking for a keen self starter looking to advance his/her career in the financial sector. This will be a good opportunity to make the entry into the world of finance., * Implement and delivery S&T platform integration functionalities to business requirements

• Effectively communicate with stake holders to understand requirements to meet their expectations
• Maintain and support the S&T platform integration functions

Do you have experience in XML?, * Experience in C#/.Net programming

• Experience with relational databases and SQL
• Ability to analyse information, understand business needs & requirements and derive the best possible systems solution
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively to people with varying levels of technical knowledge
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking and problem solving skills
• Good work ethic, with a focus on meeting deadlines and objectives

Competencies Customer Focus Driving Change Driving Results Embraces Diversity Enterprise Leadership Judgement and Decision Making Risk Management Strategic and Visionary Trust and Integrity

What we offer For all the expertise and experience you bring to help us make a difference, it's only sustainable if we support you to build your career and be your best self so we offer competitive company benefits, centred around promoting positive well-bring and work-life balance. We also believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where all team members perspectives and contributions are valued. Initiatives in place which promote a diverse and inclusive culture and healthy work life balance include hybrid working, Sport & Social Clubs and Diversity and Inclusion networks. As an employee of SMBC you have access to a host of both useful and exciting benefit offerings. See below some of the benefits on offer to you:

• Hybrid and flexible working
• Competitive paid leave days
• Benefits to support your physical wellbeing, including private medical insurance and life and invalidity insurance
• Various policies to support your mental wellbeing, including a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services
• Access a wide range of learning and development opportunities and career progression opportunities
• Ambitious remuneration package

So, if you like a challenge and want to continuously grow and develop in a role where you will be supported along the way by a dynamic and diverse team, apply today!!

We recognise our role as a bank to support social change and welcome all applications, including those from groups often under-represented in financial services. We value the uniqueness of professional and personal, backgrounds and perspectives as they play a vital role in continuing the sustainable growth of our organisation. We'll ensure reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process are offered due to a disability or long-term condition whenever requested.

About SMBC

A trusted partner for the long term United by a sense of purpose towards our customers - to be a trusted partner for the long-term - and our universal banking platform in EMEA, we deliver a full suite of corporate finance products and solutions to our customers, including corporate, structured and trade finance, leveraged finance, loan market and treasury products. We can also provide investment banking and advisory services and a range of innovative solutions in global capital markets. about what we do and who we are at https://www.smbcgroup.com/emea/careers

United by a sense of purpose towards our customers - to be a trusted partner for the long-term - and our universal banking platform in EMEA, SMBC Group has an international growth agenda and award-winning products, meaning we provide exciting opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects and initiatives. We deliver a full suite of corporate finance products and solutions to our customers as well as investment banking and advisory services, and a range of innovative solutions in global capital markets. Read on to find out how you could enhance your skills and gain valuable experience, by joining us to support our clients transition to a sustainable future.