Assistant manager

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant managerLocation: Pune About BarclaysBarclays is a British universal bank. We are diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Our businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by our service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group.Risk and Control ObjectiveEnsure 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.Working FlexiblyWe re committed to providing a supportive and inclusive culture and environment for you to work in. This environment recognises and supports ways to balance your personal needs, alongside the professional needs of our business. Providing the opportunity for all our employees, globally to work flexibly empowers each of us to work in a way that suits our lives as well as enabling us to better service our customers and clients needs. Whether you have family commitments or you re a carer, or whether you need study time or wish to pursue personal interests, our approach to working flexibly is designed to help you balance your life. If you would like some flexibility then please discuss this with the hiring manager.Intoduction:IBMO is responsible for the front to back processing of asset classes i.e Rates, ROST, FX, Treasury, Secured Financing, Securitised Products etc. The process includes Reconciliations, Trade validations, Deal Review, Portfolio reconciliation, Liaising with the FO desks, Trade Bookings, UT controls, Resets etcThis role is specific to Rates where the candidate would be required to support during APAC(SGP) shifts.The Global team has sites in London, New York and Asia, has enabled us to realign our global IBMO teams to deliver a cost effective, flexible and controlled world class global support service

• Perform various controls to ensure the FO systems are matching with BO systems.
• BAU activities are performed within SLA and with best quality service
• Query management.
• Trade validations.
• Apply Resets

What will you be doing

• Working within a control focused environment, with processes that are performed at the highest level, minimising any operational risk and closing key breaks in a timely manner
• Review and perform the system reconciliation function, ensuring that the back office system contains all the trades that are in the front office systems (FOBO). All differences have to be investigated, escalated and cleared within agreed timescales.
• Contribute and support the IBMO strategic regulatory changes and play a key role in the move from legacy architecture.
• Fostering excellent working relationship with internal counterparts (i.e. Senior Management, IT, Desk, Sales team, Trade Support, Confirmations , Legal, Finance).
• Strong/Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to clearly articulate complicated issues to management and other impacted areas and ensure timely resolution of breaks and issues.
• Challenge processes in order to achieve more effective processes and efficiency saves to the firm.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the middle office environment and the front-to-back processes to perform the BAU daily tasks, such as Reconciliations, Trade validations, Deal Review, Portfolio reconciliation, Liaising with the desks, Trade Bookings, UT controls.

What we re looking for:

• Degree level or hands on relevant experience within a similar / comparable banking environment
• Passionate about continuous improvements, leading by example and using their network of contacts to both improve their personal and team performance, identify areas for process improvement and ensure successful delivery of projects
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office applications, including and not limited to Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Excellent analytical skills.

Skills that will help you in the role:

• Reconciliation experience preferably working with trade support functions.
• Basic understanding for Rates/ROST products.
• Escalation Handling and eye for details.

Desirable skills/Preferred Qualifications:

• Good with excel with basic knowledge of macos.
• Knowledge of Rates derivatives.
• Client communication and service.

Where will you be working PuneBe More at BarclaysAt Barclays, each day is about being more as a professional, and as a person. Be More @ Barclays represents our core promise to all current and future employees. It s the characteristic that we want to be associated with as an employer, and at the heart of every employee experience. We empower our colleagues to Be More Globally Connected, working on international projects that improve the way millions of customers handle their finances. Be More Inspired by working alongside the most talented people in the industry, and delivering imaginative new solutions that are redefining the future of finance. Be More Impactful by having the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, and Be More Valued for who you are.Interested and want to know more about Barclays Visit home.barclays/who-we-are/ for more details.Our ValuesPurpose and Values We deploy finance responsibly to support people and businesses, acting with empathy and integrity, championing innovation and sustainability, for the common good and the long term.Our values underpin everything we do: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship.RespectWe harness the power of diversity and inclusion in our business, trust those we work with, and value everyones contribution.IntegrityWe operate with honesty, transparency and fairness in all we do.ServiceWe act with empathy and humility, putting the people and businesses we serve at the centre of what we do.ExcellenceWe champion innovation, and use our energy, expertise and resources to make a positive difference.StewardshipWe prize sustainability, and are passionate about leaving things better than we found them.Our DiversityWe aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to our vision and goals.Our BenefitsOur customers are unique. The same goes for our colleagues. Thats why at Barclays we offer a range of benefits, allowing every colleague to choose the best options for their personal circumstances. These include a competitive salary and pension, health care and all the tools, technology and support to help you become the very best you can be. We are proud of our flexible working options for colleagues. If you have a need for flexibility, then please discuss this with us.,

Keyskills :
risk management frameworkms officeback officefront officemiddle officetrade supportcost effectiverisk managementoperational riskconsumer bankingequipment supplyteam performancesenior management