Join us as an Associate Director within our International Corporate Banking team. The International Corporates team is responsible for supporting large global multinational corporations with their banking requirements in Barclays presence countries.

The successful candidate will work closely with the TMT & Consumer Relationship Directors to support the growth & management of their client portfolios. This includes critical support in the successful implementation of complex transactions through effective deal management and use of strong internal networks.

Essential Skills/Basic Qualifications:

Undertaking or having completed Credit Skills Development or ifs School of Finance examinations, or equivalent, would be an advantage as the jobholder will be expected to completed CSD and risk accreditation within 12 months of being in the roleHigh level of interpersonal skills demonstrated by excellent oral and written communication.Team focused individual, with the confidence to successfully interact with some of the Bank’s most sophisticated and complex clients.Must be comfortable building effective working relationships working with internal partners across the Barclays Group in order to best serve our clients.Ability to work highly effectively to tight deadlines.Keenness to develop a deep knowledge of the TMT & Consumer sectors, wider macroeconomic factors and our client base.

Desirable skills/Preferred Qualifications:

Good awareness and knowledge of Barclays Corporate & Investment Banking products & services. Detailed knowledge of profit drivers (income, RWAs, pricing, credit grading, etc.)Understanding of complex debt and organisational structuresAbility to proactively take personal initiative in terms of planning, organising and balancing workflow commitmentsGood understanding of the policies and strategies as they relate to the demands of the Team’s client basePrevious experience of dealing with clients/customers

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 is based in London.  

Purpose of the role

To establish and nurture profitable partnerships with corporate clients. It's the bridge between the bank's offerings and clients' needs, ensuring mutual benefit and long-term success. 

Accountabilities

Management of client relationships to identify the clients financial goals, challenges, and risk tolerance to support the analysis of data obtained from various sources, including the investment portfolio and cash flow, to identify trends, insights, areas for improvement and additional services to support client needs.Research and understanding of the client's industry trends, regulatory landscape, and competitive environment to inform strategic recommendations.Design of customised solutions that address the client's specific needs and objectives, incorporating a range of products and services from the bank's portfolio.Communication of the value proposition of proposed solutions, justification of recommendations, and negotiation of terms that are beneficial for both the client and the bank.Provision of guidance to clients to support their financial decisions, risk management and wealth management strategies and updates on market trends to ensure a positive and continuous relationship.Assessment of financial, legal, and operational risks associated with client relationships, and implementation of measures to minimise potential losses.Documentation of all client interactions, transactions, and agreements to ensure transparency and auditability, and communicate findings effectively to support product development, service offerings, and the overall bank strategy.Monitoring of client satisfaction, revenue generated, and other relevant metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of relationship management efforts.Execution of market research and analysis to support the identification of potential new opportunities, market trends, and customer needs, to develop strategies for business growth.

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.