Client Confidentiality

Barclays is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team as a Client Confidentiality professional, focusing on supporting Wholesale Lending operations. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a career in a dynamic and high-stakes financial environment.

About the Role:

The core purpose of this position is to provide crucial support to Wholesale Lending. This involves a range of daily activities including processing, reviewing, reporting, trading, and resolving issues. You'll be instrumental in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of lending operations, adhering to all relevant regulatory requirements.

What’s in it for You?

This role offers significant advantages for career growth:

• Direct Impact: You’ll be directly involved in critical lending processes, gaining hands-on experience that is highly valued in the financial services industry.
• Exposure to Diverse Functions: The role requires collaboration across various teams within Barclays, providing you with a broad understanding of the organization and its different functions.
• Professional Development: You’ll have the opportunity to develop in-depth technical expertise in Wholesale Lending, acting as an advisor and influencing decision-making within your area.
• Risk and Controls Focus: A strong emphasis is placed on risk management and control, allowing you to build robust skills in these essential areas.
• Contribution to Improvement: You’ll be encouraged to identify areas for improvement and contribute to the development and implementation of new procedures and controls, driving efficiency and best practices.
• Career Progression: Whether you aspire to be a technical specialist or a people leader, this role provides a solid foundation. The expectation for analysts is to either lead and develop teams or to deepen their technical expertise and act as an advisor.

Key Considerations for Candidates:

To thrive in this Client Confidentiality role, candidates should note the following:

• Essential Skills: A high level of accuracy and the ability to perform effectively under pressure are paramount. Previous experience in lending is a must. Proactiveness and a self-starting attitude will be highly beneficial.
• Valued Additional Skills: While not strictly mandatory, experience with corporate actions and NDAs, familiarity with platforms like Syndtrack and other deal sites, and strong oral communication skills will set candidates apart.
• Assessment Focus: Be prepared for assessments that will evaluate critical skills such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, and digital/technology aptitude, alongside your job-specific technical skills.
• Location: This role is based in Glasgow.
• Barclays Values: A commitment to upholding Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, as well as demonstrating the Barclays Mindset of Empower, Challenge, and Drive, is expected of all colleagues.

This position represents an excellent stepping stone for individuals aiming to advance their careers in the competitive field of wholesale lending and financial operations. By focusing on accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement, you can make a significant contribution and build a rewarding career with Barclays.