Product Owner, Compliance Technology - VP

Our teams are partnering with Sumitomo Mitsui Finance Dublin Limited (SMFD), building a significant new capability hub in Dublin. As part of this build-out, we're seeking a Product Owner to take responsibility for a portfolio of compliance technology platforms, ensuring they meet the needs of EMEA compliance functions.

Sumitomo Mitsui Finance Dublin Limited (SMFD) is a wholly owned subsidiary of SMBC and is growing rapidly as a Centre of Excellence for the bank's universal banking business across EMEA. It provides a range of technology and operational support services, aligned to SMBC's growth, innovation, and transformation strategies.

In this role, you will:

• Own the product, platform, applications, and services for compliance technology across the EMEA region.

• Lead cross-functional teams of analysts, developers, infrastructure specialists, and vendor partners to deliver strategic compliance IT solutions.

• Manage stakeholder relationships with compliance functions, collecting requirements and translating them into technical solutions.

• Oversee system enhancements, vendor relationships, and the replacement of legacy systems in line with strategic IT objectives.

• Contribute to domain architecture and solution design, including RFPs for new system selections, risk assessments, and operational reviews.

Why this could be for you:

• Be part of a growing Centre of Excellence in Dublin, with multiple strategic hires across technology and operations.

• Shape the compliance technology landscape for an international organisation, working on high-impact regulatory and transformation projects.

• Hybrid working model within a collaborative and supportive culture.

• Work across multiple jurisdictions and compliance frameworks in a truly international remit.

What we're looking for:

• Proven product ownership experience in compliance, regulatory technology, or related enterprise platforms.

• Strong stakeholder management skills and comfort in complex, regulated environments.

• Experience with vendor management, RFP processes, and delivering enterprise-scale technology solutions.

• Knowledge of compliance and regulatory landscapes across the UK, EU, or EMEA is an advantage.

If this sounds like your next step, please send me your CV and contact details. We'll review your background and connect with you if there's a strong match.

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