Business Management - PBWM

Job Description

Purpose of the role

To enable the success of senior executives by helping executives navigate complex challenges, make informed decisions, and achieve their goals.

Accountabilities

• •Collaboration with business and senior leadership to develop and implement business strategies that align with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
• •Liaison between different business units and functions, fostering communication and collaboration.
• •Management and coordination of strategic initiatives, projects, and change management efforts to optimize business processes and strengthen the control environment.
• •Improvement of operational efficiency within the organisation including the identification of areas for improvement, streamlining of processes, and implementation of best practices to enhance productivity and effectiveness.
• •Development of performance reporting for key metrics that reinforce the strategic objectives of the division and support the external commitments made. Involvement in aspects of financial analysis and budget management, including assistance in financial planning, forecasting, and monitoring of financial performance against targets.
• •Support to business heads in partnership with HR on hiring, workforce planning, joiner/mover/leaver actions.

Assistant Vice President Expectations

• •To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions.
• •Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes
• •If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others.
• •OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes.
• •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.

Join us as a “Business Management - PBWM” Entrusted in the primary global wealth hubs and corridors, PBWM provide comprehensive specialist investment, banking, lending and wealth advisory services to the world's most influential individuals and their families; alongside Trusts, Charities and Family Offices. ​Based on a deep understanding of them, their families and businesses, we connect our clients to tailored opportunities and insights from across the Barclays Group.​

To be a successful “Business Management - PBWM” candidate must ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, Enterprise-Wide Risk Management Framework and internal Barclays Policies and Policy Standards.

You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in this role, Experience in working with global offices and the ability to collaborate across multiple regions. Hands-on experience working in cross-functional/multi geographical settings. Understanding of Finance & Accounting concepts. Prior experience of data and analytics.

Basic/ Essential Qualifications:

• •Support with delivery of high-quality business management/ chief of staff activities.
• •Enable effective decision-making through preparation of executive materials, insights, and data-driven analysis.
• •Drive business performance tracking, workforce planning, and advanced analytics to support strategic priorities.
• •Ensure strong governance, financial discipline, and adherence to control frameworks across the business.
• •Coordinate leadership forums, committees, and operating rhythms to ensure alignment and execution.
• •Support standardisation, process improvement, and scalable, data-driven ways of working.
• •Partner with different functions to deliver consistent, insight-led business outcomes.

Desirable skillsets/ good to have:

• •Ability to process, synthesize and execute large data sets into actionable insights.
• •Experience of devising, executing business strategy broadly at client and business level.
• •Significant Private Bank & Wealth Management industry experience.
• •Ability to contribute effectively when working with senior colleagues across the business.
• •Must be able to execute at speed, under pressure and with absolute accuracy.
• •Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills, at all levels, external and internal.
• •Strong planning, organization, and co-ordination skills.
• •Ability to deal with highly confidential and market sensitive information.
• •Creative, proactive, analytical, self-starting mindset and ability to move with pace and enthusiasm.
• •Excellent written, analytical and presentation skills – advanced use of PowerPoint and Excel.

This role will be based out of DLF Downtown, Gurugram.