AVP - ALM - Insights

Barclays

Nov 2

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Senior & Expert Level
Business, Operations & Strategy
Banking & Finance
Chennai

Requirements

Excellent numeric and analytical skills;
Ability to work as part of a team and add value to the development of the ALM function;
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, vlookups, sumifs etc.);
Understanding and appreciation of an IT function within Finance/Treasury processes;
Strong communication skills;
Ability to explain complex ideas in simple language to stakeholders;
Qualification- CFA, FRM, CA, MBA or Post Graduate
MS Access, VBA, SQL an advantage;
Knowledge of transfer pricing, liquidity or capital concepts an advantage.
Basic understanding and appreciation of IRRBB and ALM;

Responsibilities

Identification, modelling and measurement of the bank’s interest rate risk including the reporting of risks internally and externally.
Development and implementation of strategies to manage the bank's interest rate risk in the banking book, including management of the bank's exposure to changes in interest rates and development of hedging strategies.
Management of the bank's banking book balance sheet to optimize the allocation of assets and liabilities, and to ensure that the bank's liquidity, interest rate, and foreign exchange risks are appropriately managed within internal and external tolerance.
Management of the bank's structural interest rate risk capital position to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and to support the bank's growth and profitability objectives.
Development and implementation of financial models to analyse the bank's balance sheet and to support decision-making processes related to asset and liability management.
Support the development and pricing of customer products to align to the bank’s risk appetite and strategy in relation to IRRBB.
Measurement of the capital requirements in relation to the interest rate and credit spread risk on the banking book.
To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions.
Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes.
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.
OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes.
Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues.
Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda.
Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done.
Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy.
Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively.
Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience.
Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is AVP - ALM - Insights at Barclays.

Where is this position based?

This role will be based out of Chennai.

What are the essential qualifications required for this position?

The essential qualifications include excellent numeric and analytical skills, the ability to work as part of a team, strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, and a qualification such as CFA, FRM, CA, MBA or Post Graduate.

What skill sets are considered desirable for this role?

Desirable skill sets include knowledge of MS Access, VBA, SQL, transfer pricing, liquidity or capital concepts, and basic understanding of IRRBB and ALM.

What will be the main purpose of this role?

The main purpose of this role is to model, measure, and manage the bank's financial balance sheet, reporting and optimizing its risk profile and profitability by analyzing assets and liabilities and developing strategies for interest rate risk management.

What accountabilities does the AVP - ALM - Insights have?

Key accountabilities include identifying and measuring interest rate risk, developing strategies for risk management, optimizing the banking book balance sheet, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and developing financial models to support decision-making.

What are the expectations for someone in this role?

Expectations include advising and influencing decision making, leading a team performing complex tasks, consulting on complex issues, managing risk, and engaging in complex data analysis.

What types of leadership behaviors are expected from People Leaders in this role?

People Leaders are expected to demonstrate behaviors such as listening and being authentic, energizing and inspiring their team, aligning across the enterprise, and developing others.

What values are Barclays colleagues expected to demonstrate?

Colleagues are expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship.

Is there an emphasis on collaboration in this role?

Yes, collaboration is a key aspect, as the role involves working closely with other functions and business divisions to achieve shared objectives.

Barclays

Barclays is a British multinational bank offering personal, corporate, and investment banking services worldwide.

Finance

Industry

10,001+

Employees

1690

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Barclays 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. With over 325 years of history and expertise in banking, Barclays operates in over 40 countries and employs approximately 83,500 people. Barclays moves, lends, invests and protects money for customers and clients worldwide. Barclays is a trading name of Barclays Bank PLC and its subsidiaries. Barclays Bank PLC is registered in England and is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Registered in England. Registered No. 1026167. Registered office: 1 Churchill Place, London E14 5HP.