Job Description
Purpose of the role
To support the Risk Function in delivering it’s objective of safeguarding the bank's financial and operational stability by proactively identifying, assessing, mitigating, and monitoring risks across various business units and activities.
Accountabilities
Development of strategic direction for risk, including the implementation of up-to-date methodologies and processes.
Management of the risk department, including oversight of risk colleagues and their performance, implementation of risk priorities and objectives, oversight of department efficiency and effectiveness.
Relationship management of risk stakeholders, including identifying relevant stakeholders, and maintenance of the quality of external third-party services.
Adherence to the Risk policy, standards and frameworks, and maintaining a robust control environment.
Analyst Expectations
To meet the needs of stakeholders/ customers through specialist advice and support
Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard which will impact both the role itself and surrounding roles.
Likely to have responsibility for specific processes within a team
They may lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources. They supervise a team, allocate work requirements and coordinate team resources.
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 manage own workload, take responsibility for the implementation of systems and processes within own work area and participate on projects broader than direct team.
Execute work requirements as identified in processes and procedures, collaborating with and impacting on the work of closely related teams.
Check work of colleagues within team to meet internal and stakeholder requirements.
Provide specialist advice and support pertaining to own work area.
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 all teams in area contribute to the objectives of the broader sub-function, delivering impact on the work of collaborating teams.
Continually develop awareness of the underlying principles and concepts on which the work within the area of responsibility is based, building upon administrative / operational expertise.
Make judgements based on practise and previous experience.
Assess the validity and applicability of previous or similar experiences and evaluate options under circumstances that are not covered by procedures.
Communicate sensitive or difficult information to customers in areas related specifically to customer advice or day to day administrative requirements.
Build relationships with stakeholders/ customers to identify and address their needs.
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 IHC Portfolio Risk Analyst at Barclays,
where you'll spearhead the evolution of our digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence. You'll harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionise our digital offerings, ensuring unapparelled customer experiences.
To be successful as a IHC Portfolio Risk Analyst you should have experience with:
Basic/ Essential Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative discipline
Relevant experience in Risk Management, Financial Services, or a related analytical role
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with large datasets and derive meaningful insights
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with data analysis tools such as SQL, Python, or Alteryx is advantageous
Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate analysis and risk commentary
High attention to detail and strong control mindset, with a focus on accuracy, governance, and audit readiness
Ability to manage multiple deliverables under tight deadlines in a structured and disciplined manner
Collaborative approach, with ability to work effectively across global teams and time zones.
Desirable skillsets/ good to have:
Strong understanding of financial markets and risk disciplines, including Market Risk, Counterparty Credit Risk, and/or Wholesale Credit Risk within a banking environment
Familiarity with key risk metrics and concepts such as VaR, stress testing, sensitivities, exposure measures, and risk appetite frameworks
Experience with portfolio-level risk reporting and management information (MI) across multi-asset classes
Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables) and working knowledge of SQL or equivalent for data extraction and analysis
Exposure to risk reporting systems and data infrastructure and ability to work with large datasets
Strong attention to data quality, controls, and governance standards, with an understanding of BCBS239 principles and audit requirements
Ability to interpret complex datasets, identify trends, and translate analysis into clear, concise risk commentary for senior stakeholders
Experience supporting regulatory reporting and frameworks is advantageous
Demonstrated ability to work within tight deadlines and manage multiple deliverables with high accuracy.
You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as experience with
risk analytics, data analysis, financial markets, and reporting execution
, as well as job-specific skillsets.
This role will be based out of Mumbai.
