CORE Business Manager

Purpose of the role To support PBWM with day‑to‑day processing, reviewing, reporting, and issue resolution. Accountabilities Support with day‑to‑day Private Bank and Wealth Management initiatives including processing, reviewing, reporting, and issue resolution with regards to accounts, products and services. Support the management of the bank's client relations to clearly identify their needs and provide a service that meets expectations.

Collaborate with teams across the bank to align and integrate Private Bank and Wealth Management processes. Identify areas for improvement and provide recommendations for change in Private Bank and Wealth Management processes. Develop and implement Private Bank and Wealth Management procedures and controls to mitigate risks and maintain operational efficiency.

Develop reports and presentations on Private Bank and Wealth Management performance and communicate findings to internal senior stakeholders. Identify industry trends and developments to implement best practice in Private Bank and Wealth Management Services. Participate in projects and initiatives to improve Private Bank and Wealth Management efficiency and effectiveness.

Expectations 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, appraise performance relative to objectives and determine reward outcomes. Demonstrate the four LEAD behaviours: Listen and be authentic, Energize and inspire, Align across the enterprise, Develop others. Consult on complex issues; provide advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues.

Identify ways to mitigate risk and develop 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. Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information and communicate complex information.

Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes. Demonstrate Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship and Barclays Mindset of Empower, Challenge and Drive. Core Business Manager Role Drive financial, operational, and strategic management of a global function.

Act as trusted partner to senior leadership ensuring business operates efficiently and aligned to strategy. Combine financial oversight, strategic insight, and executive communication. Perform monthly budgetary control: primary gatekeeper for senior stakeholders’ budget, reconciling to ensure department stays within annual targets.

Variance analysis: track "Actuals vs. Forecast," investigate and explain discrepancies. Hiring validation: manage headcount by vetting every hiring request.

Management reporting & executive presentation: use PowerPoint to translate complex data into clear visual insights; write and review global team updates. Digital innovation: utilize Microsoft Co‑pilot and other AI tools. Stakeholder challenge: central link within Operations and COO, communicate with senior leaders.

Engagement strategy: lead culture agenda and engagement activities. Required Skills & Experience Advanced Microsoft Office: expert‑level proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with Co‑pilot.

Effective communication (written & verbal). Analytical clarity. Organisation and diary management.

Forward‑thinking problem solving. Event coordination experience. Location & Working Arrangements Based in Glasgow, hybrid working model with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office. #J-18808-Ljbffr