Barclays
Finance / FinServ
ControlTester
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“Control Tester at Barclays. Skills: Controls Testing, Risk Management, Internal Controls, Stakeholder Management, Problem Solving. Provide independent assurance on control processes. Advise on improvements to the internal controls framework”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the bank’s internal controls framework; Mitigate any potential risks and issues; Improve overall control efficiency; Deliver on work that impacts the whole business function; Achieve required outcomes; Strengthen controls in relation to the work done; Achieve the objectives of the organisation sub-function; Deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes and service
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Identify weaknesses in internal controls; Resolve complex issues; Identify ways to mitigate risk; Solve problems creatively and effectively; Decision-making
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Proven experience of Controls Testing in any Risk discipline, prior team-management exposure, Demonstrated initiative, sound judgement and problem-solving in a fast-paced, changing environment, Ability to identify and sequence critical, high-priority activities and adjust priorities for self and others, control and service delivery mindset, with a clear appreciation of robust governance and control environments, Line-management experience in managing and developing others, Proven experience in risk and control testing or internal controls within a major banking/financial services organisation, Clear understanding of the components of an effective control environment and hands-on experience of controls testing in at least one Principal Risk discipline
Nice to Have
GRAD / Master’s Degree or equivalent, Proven experience in Risk/Audit/Internal Controls Testing, Expertise across Microsoft applications i. e. Excel, Excel macros, Knowledge of programming languages e. gs. SQL, Python, Co-Pilot etc., analytical skills with the ability to interpret evidence, identify issues, and work with others to shape pragmatic solutions
What You'll Do.
Provide independent assurance on control processes
Advise on improvements to the internal controls framework
Execute ad-hoc assessments and testing on the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls
Develop detailed test plans and procedures
Identify weaknesses in internal controls
Mitigate potential risks and issues
Communicate key findings and observations to stakeholders
Provide corrective actions to senior managers
Resolve complex issues
Ensure consistent testing methodologies
Develop a knowledge centre for control assessments
Distribute material on internal controls for training
Support Model Risk controls testing end-to-end
Serve as the day-to-day contact for Model Risk stakeholders
evidence and remediation for Model Risk
Share thematic insights across risk types
Build and maintain a risk-based annual control testing plan
enhancement and consistent application of the Controls Testing methodology
Drive the execution of testing engagements end-to-end
Monitor delivery against agreed KPIs
Review testing workpapers and challenge assumptions and conclusions
Partner with First Line of Defence and Risk verticals
Instill a culture of high-quality
Maintain accurate records of controls tested
Advise on continuous improvement of control assurance processes
Produce and socialise timely
accurate Controls Testing management information
Represent the Second Line Controls Testing function in relevant forums
Promote a risk and control culture
Provide day-to-day coaching and developmental feedback
Work collaboratively with colleagues
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaboration across the bank; Collaboration with other control professionals; Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions; Lead collaborative assignments and guide team members; Consult on complex providing advice to People Leaders; Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas; Collaborate with other areas of work; Work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels and locations
Communication Scope
Communication of key findings and observations; Confident, articulate communicator; Communicate complex information; Influence or convince stakeholders
Process & Methodology
Planning, Execution, Reporting, Scoping, Issue identification, Action tracking, KPI monitoring, Resource planning
Full Job Description
# **Job Description** **Purpose of the role** To partner with the bank, to provide independent insurance on control processes and advise on improvements to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the bank’s internal controls framework. **Accountabilities** * Collaboration across the bank to maintain a satisfactory, robust, and efficient control environment through the execution of ad-hoc assessments and testing on the design and operational effectiveness of the internal controls, aligned to control policies and standards. * Development of detailed test plans and procedures to identify weaknesses in internal controls and other initiatives aligned to the bank’s control framework to mitigate any potential risks and issues, prioritised by its severity to disrupt bank operations, potential losses, and reputational impact. * Communication of key findings and observations to the relevant stakeholders and business units to improve overall control efficiency and provide corrective actions to senior managers. Collaboration with other control professionals to resolve complex issues and ensure consistent testing methodologies across the bank. * Development of a knowledge centre containing detailed documentation of control assessments, testing on design and operational effectiveness of procedures, findings, and the distribution of material on internal controls to train and upskill colleagues within the bank. **Assistant Vice President Expectations** * 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 re
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