Job Description

Purpose of the role

To support Wholesale Lending with day-to-day processing, reviewing, reporting, trading and issue resolution. 

Accountabilities

• Support with day-to-day Wholesale Lending initiatives including processing, reviewing, reporting, trading and issue resolution through lending technical expertise.

• Monitoring the bank’s lending operations to ensure that they are conducted in an efficient and effective manner and comply with relevant regulatory requirements.

• Collaboration with teams across the bank to align and integrate Wholesale Lending processes.

• Identification of areas for improvement and providing recommendations for change in Wholesale Lending processes.

• Development and implementation of Wholesale Lending procedures and controls to mitigate risks and maintain operational efficiency.

• Development of reports and presentations on Wholesale Lending performance and communicate findings to internal senior stakeholders.

• Identification of industry trends and developments to implement best practice in Wholesale Lending Services.

• Participation in projects and initiatives to improve Wholesale Lending efficiency and effectiveness.

Analyst Expectations

• Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.

• Partner with other functions and business areas.

• Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.

• Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately.

• Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.

• Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.

• Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.

• Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function.

• Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.

• Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.

• Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.

• Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.

• Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.

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.

Step into the role of Analyst - UKCB Origination and Servicing Analyst at Barclays, where you'll provide first-class support by conducting in-depth due diligence, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and safeguarding our clients and organization with expertise and care.

You may be assessed on key critical skills relevant for success in role such as:

• Manage a complex portfolio of mid to large corporate lending cases, handling day to day processing of all stages from submission to drawdown, reconciliation and ensure compliance with agreed service levels.

• Provide expert guidance and technical input to colleagues, leadership, and clients on lending transactions, quality assurance, and resolution of escalated issues.

• Drive continuous process improvements and proactively identify and resolve discrepancies, ensuring timely and accurate client fund payments.

• Act as the subject matter expert and point of contact for process, procedural, and change queries within EMEA teams, ensuring up-to-date documentation and audit readiness.

• Communicate complex or sensitive information effectively.

Desirable Skillsets:

• Previous experience in Lending Operations.

• Good knowledge on Payments, Reconciliation, ACBS/ LIQ and Facility Agreements.

• Good influencing skills and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

You may be assessed on key essential 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 out of Chennai.