Portfolio Analyst @ Barclays
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Overview
Join Barclays as a Portfolio Analyst where you will analyse portfolio data to drive strategic decisions and collaborate with stakeholders to implement new solutions. You will support executive-level reporting, change governance and portfolio management processes for Barclays UK portfolios.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate portfolio prioritisation and ensure compliance with control frameworks.
- Support effective portfolio governance with fit for purpose executive reporting.
- Monitor portfolio performance by tracking project progress and identifying risks.
- Manage the portfolio Book of Work and dependencies of change initiatives.
- Oversee change delivery to ensure policy and standards alignment.
- Review, manage and escalate portfolio risks and issues.
- Engage with stakeholders delivering clear, timely communication.
- Empower resources through data-led decision making.
Skills and Experience
To succeed as a Portfolio Analyst, you should have an analytical mindset, strong stakeholder management skills, excellent communication, and the ability to make data-driven decisions. Proficiency in interpreting figures and advanced Excel skills are highly valued, along with a proactive, self-starting attitude. You may be assessed on risk and controls, change and transformation, strategic thinking, and digital and technology skills.
Purpose of the Role
Support the portfolio management team in delivering successful projects, ensuring processes align with controls and governance standards, and that initiatives support strategic objectives.
Additional Responsibilities for Assistant Vice President
- Advise and influence decision making and policy development.
- Lead teams or guide collaborative assignments with complex data analysis.
- Mitigate risk and develop controls in line with governance agendas.
- Provide expert guidance and drive accountability and transparency.
Barclays Values and Mindset
All colleagues are expected to demonstrate Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship, and follow the Barclays Mindset to Empower, Challenge and Drive.
Key Skills/Competency
- Portfolio Analysis
- Data Interpretation
- Stakeholder Management
- Executive Reporting
- Change Governance
- Risk Management
- Advanced Excel
- Strategic Thinking
- Controls
- Communication
How to Get Hired at Barclays
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Barclays culture: Study their mission, values, and recent financial news.
- Customize your resume: Highlight portfolio management and analytical skills.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize Excel, data analysis and risk management.
- Prepare examples: Discuss past stakeholder collaboration and governance experience.