In this role, you will provide independent assurance over the effectiveness of managements controls to mitigate fraud risk across the different Barclays businesses and the second line of defence. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across Barclays Internal Audit (BIA), developing client relationships and establishing yourself as a respected voice within BIA and with the business. Your responsibilities will include supporting the Audit Owner in scoping and executing audits, identifying and assessing risks and controls, and documenting processes in the BIA Assure Database. You will draft high-quality audit scoping, design, and operating effectiveness workpapers, as well as audit observations. Engaging with key business stakeholders throughout the audit process and Continuous Monitoring activities, you will ensure the validation of issues and promote a culture of efficiency through Agile and Automated Auditing Techniques. Additionally, you will provide complete, accurate, and timely information for BIA reporting and participate in tasks requested by senior management.

You will perform detailed walkthroughs with stakeholders, documenting the assessment of control design adequacy and control operating effectiveness. By discussing initial observations with stakeholders and drafting them in line with BIA methodology, you will contribute to comprehensive and accurate BIA reporting. Your decision-making and problem-solving skills will be crucial as you understand new, complex processes and risks, evaluate information logically, and identify root causes of problems. You will assess potential risks and uncertainties associated with different decisions, engage in horizon scanning for emerging fraud risks, and stay updated on new regulations. Ensuring all activities comply with regulatory requirements, the Enterprise Wide Risk Management Framework, and internal Barclays Policies and Policy Standards, you will play a key role in maintaining a robust control environment.

To be successful as a Assistant Vice President Economic Crime, you should have experience with

Experience in risk-based auditing or risk/control activities, with technical knowledge in Fraud Risk and preferably Financial Crime.Practical understanding of the relevant regulatory environment.Oral and written communication skills.

Some other highly valued skills may include

Relevant professional qualifications related to Fraud and/or Internal Auditing.Knowledge of the financial services industry.Familiarity with new and emerging financial products and services.

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

London and Glasgow

Purpose of the role

To support the development of audits aligned to the bank’s standards and objectives by working collaboratively with colleagues, providing accurate information and recommendations, and complying with policies and procedures.

Accountabilities

Audit development and delivery support, including financial statements, accounting practices, operational processes, IT systems and risk management.Identification of operational risks to support the delivery of the Barclays Internal Audit (BIA) Audit Plan through risk assessments.Assessment of internal control effectiveness and their capability to identify and mitigate risk aligned to regulatory requirements.Communication of key findings and recommendations to stakeholders, including the Audit Owner, senior managers and directors.Identification of regulatory news and industry trends/developments to provide timely insight and recommendations for best practice.

Assistant Vice President Expectations

Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues.Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda.Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done.Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy.Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively.Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience.Influence or convince stakeholders 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.