Job Description

Join us as an "Analyst - Global Markets" at Barclays Global Markets BE Business Management team, Markets BE Business Management team is responsible for producing business critical MIS reports, Business Strategy presentations, Business Performance reviews, Revenue Forecasting Models, Budgeting Models and performing ad-hoc customized analysis.


To be a successful " Analyst - Global Markets" - The candidate would be supporting the Global Markets BE Business Management team, The candidate would need to interact with business managers, trading desks and supporting infrastructure and control teams spread worldwide as Barclays Markets BE business encompasses all the regions globally.


You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as experience with businesses, acting with empathy and integrity, championing innovation and sustainability, for the common good and the long term.

Basic/ Essential Qualifications:

Basic understanding of the financial market and market products. Hands-on experience working with and handling large sets of data in Excel is crucial. Additionally, proficiency in programming languages such as Python, experience in automating reports using VBA, and the ability to create and maintain dashboards in QlikView or Tableau would be highly advantageous. The candidate should also possess strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to logically challenge the status quo of the process while bringing in new perspectives.

Desirable skillsets/ good to have:

Advanced Excel. Master's Degree. Good understanding of Macro Business and financial markets. Basic Understanding of Python. Strong Analytical Skills. Ability to quickly grasp concepts and implement them.

This role will be based out of NKP in Mumbai.

Purpose of the role

To enable the success of the business and assist senior leaders 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.

Analyst Expectations

To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement. Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating 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 develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate. 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.