Business Control Officer

Barclays

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 13 days ago
In a Controls role, you'll ensure rigorous and consistent management of Barclays' control environment in collaboration with business partners. Your work will safeguard the organization's integrity and compliance.See your commuteJoin us as a Business Control Officer at Barclays, where you will assess the integrity and effectiveness of the banks internal control framework to support the mitigation of risk and protection of the banks operational, financial, and reputational risk.To be successful in the role of a Business Control Officer, you should have experience of the following:Managing UK legal entity governance including running of the entity ExCo meetings and following up on agreed actions. Contributing to quarterly entity Board agenda, preparing relevant updates and co-ordinating responses to ad-hoc requests.Identification and remediation of key legal entity risks (e.g. remote booking, trading system controls, entity strategy, financial performance etc.).Awareness and understanding of legal entity and business controls.Special projects including legal entity deep dives, business migrations and regulatory requests.Liquid Financing business controls coverage including issue investigation, reporting and managing remediation.Some other highly valued skills include:Business management / controls experience in a Markets business with a focus on governance.Experience in legal entity management (governance, controls, reporting, migrations).Knowledge of Prime Financing and Equities businesses.Confident to work with senior stakeholders, product and functional partners on a broad range of topics.You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.This role will be based in London.Purpose of the roleTo assess the integrity and effectiveness of the banks internal control framework to support the mitigation of risk and protection of the banks operational, financial, and reputational risk.Accountabilities
  • Knowledge of business areas, products, processes and platforms to be able to assess risk
  • Collaboration with various stakeholders across the bank and business units to improve overall control effectiveness through detailed documentation of control assessments, procedures, and findings.
  • Identification and investigation of potential weaknesses and issues within internal controls to promote continuous improvement and risk mitigation aligned to the bank's control framework, prioritised by its severity to disrupt bank operations.
  • Development of reports to communicate key findings from risk assessment including control weaknesses and recommendations to control owners, senior management, and other stakeholders.
  • Execution of reviews to determine the effectiveness of the bank's internal controls framework aligned to established and evolving policies, regulation, and best practice.
  • Implementation of adherence to the Barclays Controls Framework and set appropriate methodology of assessing controls against the Controls Framework.
Vice President Expectations
  • To contribute or set strategy, drive requirements and make recommendations for change. Plan resources, budgets, and policies; manage and maintain policies/ processes; deliver continuous improvements and escalate breaches of policies/procedures..
  • They will be a subject matter expert within own discipline and will guide technical direction. They will lead collaborative, multi-year assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions..
  • Advise key stakeholders, including functional leadership teams and senior management on functional and cross functional areas of impact and alignment.
  • Manage and mitigate risks through assessment, in support of the control and governance agenda.
  • Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work your team does.
  • Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the organisation functions to contribute to achieving the goals of the business.
  • Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategies.
  • Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought comparing and selecting complex alternatives. In-depth analysis with interpretative thinking will be required to define problems and develop innovative solutions.
  • Adopt and include the outcomes of extensive research in problem solving processes.
  • Seek out, build and maintain trusting relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in order to accomplish key business objectives, using influencing and negotiating skills to achieve outcomes.
All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.Share jobReasonable adjustmentBarclays welcomes applications from all candidates and is committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments (accommodations) are put in place to allow for a fair and inclusive recruitment process. For more information and how to request one, please reviewOur purposeWe're a global, vital and highly respected financial organisation with an inspiring Purpose. Operating in 39 countries and employing around 100,000 people across the world, we help communities, individuals and businesses thrive. And we've created financial solutions and technology that the world now takes for granted. A career with us can offer incredible variety, depth and breadth of experience, and the chance to learn from some of the best minds in technology and finance.To find out more about Barclays' strategy please clickEqual opportunitiesWe are an equal opportunity employer and opposed to discrimination on any grounds. It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.Right to work statementBarclays is required by law to confirm that you have the Legal Right to Work in any role that you apply for. If you currently hold a work visa sponsored by Barclays, or you would require sponsorship from Barclays, you must declare this as part of your application. Sponsored visas are role and entity specific and any changes must be reviewed. It is important that you ensure you are working on the correct visa at all times. Failure to accurately disclose your visa status or Legal Right to Work may result in your application or any employment offer being withdrawn at any time.This is Barclays LondonOur global HQ is in Canary Wharf, at the heart of London’s financial district. There are over 10,000 colleagues here – a hugely diverse workforce made up of the world’s best financial and tech talent. If you love the buzz of city life, this is the place to be.Supporting active commutersCycle or run to work? We’ve got everything you need – from cycle hire and parking areas to new showering and changing facilities.Time to connectCoSpace is our drop-in co-working space, where networks are built, problems are solved collectively and our community is strengthened.Wellbeing in focusOur Wellness Suite includes a well-equipped gym and exercise studios, and provides personal training sessions and massage therapy.Advanced trading floorsOur new trading floors enhance communication, integrate sustainability, and support health and wellbeing through innovative design and British-sourced furniture.Your browser does not support the video tag.This is Barclays LondonOur global HQ is in Canary Wharf, at the heart of London’s financial district. There are over 10,000 colleagues here – a hugely diverse workforce made up of the world’s best financial and tech talent. If you love the buzz of city life, this is the place to be.Supporting active commutersCycle or run to work? We’ve got everything you need – from cycle hire and parking areas to new showering and changing facilities.Time to connectCoSpace is our drop-in co-working space, where networks are built, problems are solved collectively and our community is strengthened.Wellbeing in focusOur Wellness Suite includes a well-equipped gym and exercise studios, and provides personal training sessions and massage therapy.Advanced trading floorsOur new trading floors enhance communication, integrate sustainability, and support health and wellbeing through innovative design and British-sourced furniture.Your browser does not support the video tag.Be you. Be valued. Belong.We celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings, believing our differences make us stronger and drive success.You can learn more about our commitment to our colleague on our Inclusion and Opportunities page.Application ProcessYour applicationWe'll ask for information about you, your CV and cover letter. 1Your assessmentCovering your behaviours and ability at work. 2Your interviewExploring your past experiences and skills. 3Next stepWe'll request additional information so that you can complete our screening process 4Working flexiblyWe’re committed to providing a supportive and inclusive culture and environment for you to work in. This environment recognises and supports your personal needs, alongside the professional needs of our business. If you'd like to explore flexible working arrangements, please discuss this with the hiring manager. Your request will be reviewed in-line with the requirements of the role/business needs of the team.Hybrid workingWe have a structured approach to hybrid working, where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed, ‘anchor’, days, as set by the business area. Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business.Barclays is built on an international scale.Our geographic reach, our wide variety of functions, businesses, roles and locations reflect the rich diversity of our worldwide customer base. All of which means we offer incredible variety, depth and breadth of experience.
And the chance to learn from a globally diverse mix of colleagues, including some of the very best minds in banking, finance, technology and business. Throughout, we’ll encourage you to embrace mobility, exploring every part of our operations as you build your career.Related contentBe you. Be valued. Belong.We celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings, believing our differences make us stronger and drive success.You can learn more about our commitment to our colleague on our Inclusion and Opportunities page.Sign up for job alertsMake sure you see job opportunities when they become available. Just add a few details below to stay up to date with jobs that suit you and your skills.Email Interested InSearch for a category and select one from the list of suggestions. Select a location from the list of options. Finally, click “Add” to create your job alert.

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