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Join us as a Corporate Governance Support Manager, where you’ll play a valuable role to support the Head of Corporate Governance and ensure Barclays Investment Solutions Ltd (BISL) and Barclays Asset Management Limited (BAML) operate to high standards within an optimal and well‑maintained governance framework. You’ll work closely with senior colleagues across the business—including entity CEOs, their direct reports, Board attendees, and Barclays Corporate Secretariat (BCS) —to help the organisation understand and meet its legal, regulatory and industry practice driven accountabilities and responsibilities. This role also contributes to the ongoing development and enhancement of governance processes and controls across both entities, any subsidiaries and provide SME support across the wider legal entity estate used within PBWM.
Job Responsibility:
Provide operating and administrative support to senior leaders, simultaneously shaping and executing long-term strategic change, whilst helping to navigate complex challenges in the performance of their roles
Implementation of Target Operating Model, business development, and financial and non-financial resource allocation, providing strategic insight and thought leadership
Strategic support to and oversight of demand pipeline and the book of work, including assistance in the development and execution of strategic initiatives, projects, research, and analysis to support decision-making
Support to and guidance for operational efficiency and colleague/customer/client experience within the organisation, including the identification of areas for improvement, streamlining of processes, and implementation of best practices to enhance productivity, effectiveness and experience
Management of of people plan, talent development and succession planning including the identification of high-potential employees, provision of mentorship and guidance, and support to leadership development and diversity initiatives
Communication with internal and external stakeholders, management of communication channels and ensuring effective coordination across different departments and teams
Participation in compliance activities such as SMR and other regulatory registrations/certifications, as well as support for crisis management and risk mitigation, including the development of contingency plans, coordination of responses to emergencies, and business continuity
Management of all organisational/team requirements relating to technology, real estate, people and communications in conjunction with relevant partners across the firm
Enablement of oversight of risk management and compliance with internal and external requirements, including internal Governance on critical control activities in partnership with the CCO team, such as Records Inventory and RCSAs
Cost control and workforce management of the Business/Function, including involvement in financial analysis and planning, forecasting, and monitoring of financial performance against targets
Requirements:
Experience with legal and corporate governance within the financial services sector, including a good working knowledge of governance arrangements and entity level governance frameworks, key policies, and regulator expectations
Experience evaluating multi‑layered information, presenting it clearly, and engaging / managing senior stakeholder expectations to meet business needs, using consultative style and effective communication skills
Experience coordinating / managing multiple complex priorities in a high‑pressure environment, with a focussed and having a well‑organised approach to work
Experience handling confidential, sensitive, and legally privileged information with care and discretion
Experience developing and supporting effective and robust governance arrangements and the effective operating standards of core meetings, including preparing high‑quality meeting materials, coordinating inputs and outputs, effective stakeholder management and ensuring on-going effectiveness
Nice to have:
A clear understanding of Barclays Policies and Standards and how they apply to the PBWM business, along with awareness of the wider regulatory environment
Technical knowledge of legal and corporate governance responsibilities, including practical understanding of SMR requirements
Experience preparing high‑quality written materials for senior audiences, with a structured and concise approach to planning, problem‑solving, and organisation
Proactive approach to managing deliverables and flexing to change, as needed to ensure timely completion
Familiarity with Group‑level governance environments and strategy, including working alongside ExCo members, senior leadership teams, and other business leaders
Degree‑level education, with professional qualifications and knowledge of PBWM or similar front‑office businesses considered an advantage
What we offer:
Hybrid working
Structured approach to hybrid working with fixed 'anchor' days
Supportive and inclusive culture and environment
Commitment to flexible working arrangements
Opportunity for progression, including future opportunity to move into a VP‑level position