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Litigation, Investigation and Enforcement – Contentious Legal Reporting and Governance (BA4)

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Barclays

Feb 7

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Glasgow

AI generated summary

  • You need strong analytical skills, project management experience in financial services, excellent communication, attention to detail, and a legal background. Ability to meet tight deadlines is essential.
  • You will assist in report preparation, monitor litigation provisions, develop dashboards, engage stakeholders, ensure compliance, and lead team operations for timely, high-quality reporting.

Requirements

  • Strong analytical skills and high level of attention to detail.
  • Experience of collating and reporting management information.
  • Project management experience.
  • Experience working within financial services industry.
  • Excellent communication and inter-personal skills with the ability to flex style to meet stakeholder requirements.
  • Delivery focused, working to high standards of performance with ability to juggle tasks, prioritise, and work under pressure, delivering to tight deadlines and multiple demands.
  • Paralegal, Legal Executive or other similar background.
  • Displays initiative and works collaboratively with a track record of successfully working both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

  • assisting with the planning, execution and timely delivery of Board materials and reports
  • assisting with the preparation of notes to the financial statements in respect of Legal, Regulatory and Competition matters and Legal Risk for disclosure in Barclays’ Results Announcements
  • monitoring/reporting on litigation provisions and associated governance
  • assisting with the Bank’s external audit process
  • assisting with contentious stress testing exercises
  • Design and development of comprehensive reports and dashboards using various data visualization tools and techniques
  • Design, development and implementation of automated report generation processes for improved efficiency and timeliness
  • Identification and analysis of business requirements to define report content and format
  • Maintenance and updating of existing reports and dashboards to reflect changing business needs, including co-ordination of reporting template releases and related administrative tasks
  • Development of robust processes & controls for collating input data & seeking signoffs as required
  • Engagement with stakeholders as needed to ensure up to date data is incorporated into reporting
  • 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
  • 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

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Litigation, Investigation and Enforcement role in the CLRG team at Barclays?

The primary focus is to support the delivery of firm-wide reporting requirements relating to contentious matters managed by Barclays Legal, including planning and execution of Board materials and reports.

What key skills are required for this role?

Key skills required include strong analytical skills, experience in collating and reporting management information, project management experience, and prior experience in the financial services industry.

Is prior legal experience necessary for this position?

While not strictly necessary, a paralegal, legal executive, or similar background is highly valued for this role.

What are some responsibilities of this job?

Responsibilities include designing and developing reports and dashboards, maintaining existing reports, engaging with stakeholders, and assisting with the Bank’s external audit process.

What kind of management skills are necessary for this position?

Strong stakeholder management skills are necessary to maintain relationships within various legal teams and with external partners, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.

Where is this position based?

This role will be based in Glasgow.

What are the expectations of analysts in this role?

Analysts are expected to perform activities to a high standard, lead and supervise a team if applicable, and take responsibility for managing risks and strengthening controls in their area of expertise.

What values are colleagues expected to demonstrate at Barclays?

Colleagues are expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, as well as the Barclays Mindset to Empower, Challenge, and Drive.

Will I need to be involved with external audits?

Yes, assisting with the Bank’s external audit process is one of the responsibilities of this role.

How will my performance be assessed in this role?

You may be assessed on key critical skills relevant for success, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, and job-specific technical skills.

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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.