Banking & Payments Operations Manager

Embark on a Transformative Career in Banking & Payments Operations with Barclays on the Isle of Man

Barclays is extending a compelling invitation to a Banking & Payments Operations Manager to join their esteemed Private Bank and Wealth Management team. This is a unique opportunity to not only support the critical day-to-day functions of processing, reviewing, reporting, and issue resolution but also to actively shape the future of digital innovation within the banking sector. If you're passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance customer experiences and drive operational excellence, this role offers a platform for significant career growth and impact.

Key Advantages for Aspiring Candidates:

• Drive Digital Transformation: Be at the forefront of revolutionising digital offerings. This role provides a dynamic environment where you can spearhead innovation and implement cutting-edge technological solutions.
• Strategic Influence: Contribute to the evolution of Private Bank and Wealth Management processes. Your recommendations for improvement and implementation of new procedures will directly impact operational efficiency and risk mitigation.
• Leadership and Development: If you possess proven leadership experience, you'll have the opportunity to guide and motivate a team, fostering an environment where colleagues can thrive. This includes setting objectives, coaching, and appraising performance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with diverse teams across the bank, aligning processes and integrating services. This fosters a holistic understanding of the business and builds valuable relationships.
• Industry Best Practices: Stay abreast of industry trends and developments, applying them to enhance Private Bank and Wealth Management services, ensuring you're always working with best-in-class methodologies.
• Impactful Projects: Participate in and lead projects and initiatives aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of Private Bank and Wealth Management services, delivering tangible results for the organisation.
• Career Progression: The "Assistant Vice President Expectations" section outlines a clear path for growth, emphasizing decision-making influence, policy development, and taking ownership of operational effectiveness.

Key Considerations for Your Career Path:

• Experience Foundation: Candidates should possess demonstrable experience in payments and operations, coupled with a strong track record in process improvement and enhancement. Proven leadership experience is essential for those seeking to lead a team.
• Essential Skills: Beyond core operational expertise, proficiency in stakeholder management, the ability to energise a team, and a capacity for driving strategy are highly valued.
• Critical Success Factors: Be prepared to demonstrate capabilities in risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, and digital and technology. Strong job-specific technical skills will also be assessed.
• Leadership Approach: For leadership roles, a commitment to the Barclays LEAD behaviours (Listen and be authentic, Energise and inspire, Align across the enterprise, Develop others) is paramount.
• Problem-Solving Prowess: The role demands the ability to engage in complex data analysis from multiple sources and creatively solve problems.
• Communication Skills: Effectively communicating complex and potentially sensitive information to diverse audiences is a critical aspect of this position.
• Barclays Values and Mindset: A deep understanding and embodiment of the Barclays Values (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, Stewardship) and the Barclays Mindset (Empower, Challenge, Drive) are fundamental to success.
• Location: This role is based in the Isle of Man.

This Banking & Payments Operations Manager position at Barclays offers a challenging yet rewarding career opportunity for individuals eager to make a significant contribution to the Private Bank and Wealth Management sector. If you are a proactive, strategic thinker with a passion for operational excellence and digital innovation, this role could be the perfect next step in your professional journey.