Operations Production Lead

Unlock Your Potential as an Operations Production Lead at Barclays

Barclays is seeking a dynamic and experienced Operations Production Lead to play a pivotal role in supporting our Wholesale Lending operations. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute significantly to the efficient day-to-day processing, review, reporting, trading, and issue resolution within a key business function.

Based in Northampton, this role offers a chance to embed yourself within a critical area of the bank and make a tangible impact. If you are a results-oriented individual with a passion for operational excellence and a desire to grow within a leading financial institution, we encourage you to explore this opportunity.

What’s In It For You? (Advantages for Candidates)

• Impactful Role: Directly contribute to the smooth functioning of Wholesale Lending, a vital component of Barclays' business. Your work will have a direct influence on the bank's operational effectiveness.
• Career Development: This position provides a strong foundation for career progression within operations and potentially into leadership roles. The emphasis on strategic thinking, change management, and digital transformation aligns with modern career aspirations.
• Skill Enhancement: You'll have the opportunity to deepen your expertise in Wholesale Lending, risk and controls, and compliance. The role also encourages the development of strategic thinking and digital proficiency.
• Leadership Experience: For those with leadership aspirations, this role offers a clear path to develop and demonstrate management capabilities. You'll be responsible for leading a team, setting objectives, and fostering a positive and high-performing work environment, embodying Barclays' LEAD behaviors.
• Collaboration and Influence: Work closely with diverse teams across the bank, honing your communication and influencing skills to drive alignment and integration of processes.
• Strategic Contribution: Contribute to policy development, recommend process improvements, and implement best practices, demonstrating strategic foresight and business acumen.
• Valued Expertise: If you possess knowledge of Financial Crime and compliance, this role offers the chance to leverage and further develop this critical area of expertise.

Key Considerations for Aspiring Candidates:

• Required Experience: Successful candidates will need proven experience in managing KYC production, demonstrating strong leadership capabilities, and excellent communication skills for effective cross-team collaboration.
• Technical Proficiency: A solid understanding of Wholesale Lending processes, including processing, reviewing, reporting, trading, and issue resolution, is essential.
• Risk and Controls Acumen: The ability to identify and mitigate risks, develop robust procedures and controls, and strengthen governance will be a significant factor in your success.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: You should be adept at complex data analysis from multiple sources to creatively and effectively solve problems.
• Adaptability and Continuous Learning: The financial landscape is constantly evolving. Candidates who are proactive in identifying industry trends and embracing new best practices will thrive.
• Alignment with Barclays Values: A commitment to Barclays' core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, along with the Barclays Mindset of Empower, Challenge, and Drive, is paramount.

This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to shape your career within a globally recognized financial institution. If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.