Associate Director – Large Corporate

Barclays

. Establish and nurture profitable partnerships with corporate clients .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeBirmingham • United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in client relationship management, financial analysis, and risk assessment while developing customized solutions that align with clients' financial goals. Proficient in strategic thinking and market research to identify business development opportunities and enhance client satisfaction.

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Client Relationship ManagementFinancial AnalysisRisk AssessmentMarket ResearchStrategic Thinking

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Hard Skills

Investment Portfolio AnalysisCash-Flow AnalysisRisk ManagementFinancial Goal AssessmentCredit Skills DevelopmentBusiness DevelopmentWealth Management StrategiesProfit Drivers KnowledgeComplex Debt StructuresPolicies and Procedures Development

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeam CollaborationConfidence with Clients

Tools & Technologies

PowerPointExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

Credit Skills Development Programme

Industry Keywords

Corporate BankingInvestment BankingTechnology SectorMedia SectorTelecommunications Sector

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish and nurture profitable partnerships with corporate clients
Manage client relationships and identify clients' financial goals, challenges and risk tolerance
Analyse investment portfolio and cash-flow data to identify trends, insights, improvement areas and additional services
Research clients' industry trends, regulatory landscape and competitive environment
Design customised solutions using products and services from the bank's portfolio
Communicate solution value propositions, justify recommendations and negotiate mutually beneficial terms
Guide clients on financial decisions, risk management, wealth management strategies and market trends
Assess financial, legal and operational risks and implement mitigation measures
Document client interactions, transactions and agreements for transparency and auditability
Communicate findings to support product development, service offerings and bank strategy
Monitor client satisfaction, revenue and relationship-management metrics
Conduct market research and analysis to identify opportunities, trends and customer needs
Support Corporate Bankers with sales activity, portfolio growth and management
Work with Leadership on strategic initiatives
Develop solutions to exceed client expectations and maximise satisfaction and advocacy
Support complex transaction implementation through deal management and internal networks
Assist business development and onboard new client relationships
Lead or guide colleagues on complex assignments, collaborate across functions and influence stakeholders
Consult on complex issues and advise People Leaders on escalated issues
Develop policies and procedures supporting risk, controls and governance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undertaking, or have completed, a credit skills development programme or qualification
Team-focused individual with confidence interacting with sophisticated and complex clients
Track record of achievement and contributing to initiatives beyond day-to-day responsibilities
Ability to build effective working relationships with internal partners across the Barclays Group
Experience using PowerPoint and Excel
Well-developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Desire to develop deep knowledge of the Technology, Media and Telecommunications sectors
Strategic thinking skills and ability to identify new business development opportunities using market knowledge and internal and external data sources
Awareness and knowledge of Barclays Corporate & Investment Banking products and services
Detailed knowledge of profit drivers, including income, RWAs, pricing and credit grading
Understanding of complex debt and organisational structures
Ability to take personal initiative in planning, organising and balancing workflow commitments
Understanding of policies and strategies related to the Team's client base
Previous experience dealing with clients/customers
Relevant critical skills may include risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, digital and technology, and job-specific technical skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship
Barclays Mindset of Empower, Challenge and Drive
Coaching and employee development opportunities
Performance appraisal and reward outcomes
Leadership development through the LEAD behaviours framework