Overall purpose of role:
Lead the India legal team responsible for supporting the corporate banking, investment banking and wealth businesses in India, reporting to India Head of Legal and Compliance.
Key Accountabilities
Primary accountabilities are the following:
Delivery of Legal services to the CIBWIM businesses, such as:
Legal risk management of, and advice and support to, the businesses,
on cross border transactions in the context of Indian law and regulations;
in relation to transactions – structuring advice, drafting, preparation and finalisation of documentation, negotiation with clients and/or their counsel, input to and approval of legal opinion;
advice on the application of various laws and regulations,
management of external counsel, their deliverables and costs.
management of the India CIBWIM legal team.
Continue to foster a culture of accountability and discipline on cost.
The individual must
be willing to take an appropriate and informed stand on matters
act to help Barclays deliver on its ambitions
demonstrate leadership
have the experience of operating and contributing as a trusted adviser
have the ability to communicate, influence and negotiate in area(s) of expertise
demonstrate the engendering of team capabilities
hold self and others accountable for delivery of performance
act as a strong culture carrier and role model for Barclays
be able to motivate and inspire, coach and develop with a positive influence
hold self and others accountable for ensuring a diverse and inclusive environment
evidence a high level of self-awareness and ability to adapt to changing circumstances and be able to operate effectively in a changing environment
where possible, anticipate change
Stakeholder Management
The individual must
work effectively with businesses
be an effective communicator
be a key and trusted partner to business counterparts, collaborate effectively with them and with other functional colleagues to deliver the most effective and efficient solution for clients. Deliverables must be balanced with appropriate Legal risk mitigation and sound judgement to achieve the best outcome for the organisation and for the client as well as other stakeholders
demonstrate strong collaboration and create an environment of openness
forge beneficial partnerships within the function
consistently evaluate commercial drivers to deliver efficiency and innovation
Decision Making and Problem Solving
The individual must
- demonstrate prudent, but flexible approaches to decision-making
- take considered decisions
- of his/her volition take an appropriate and informed stand on matters where it is critical to do so
- be able to drive matters to an effective conclusion
- act collaboratively and in the spirit of achieving the best result for all stakeholders
- look for opportunities for improvement and innovation, in an effort to positively impact the way business is done
Risk and Control Objective
Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, Enterprise Wide Risk Management Framework and internal Barclays Policies and Standards.
The role calls for the ability to:-
identify issues,
surface problems and tackle them at the earliest opportunity
understand broader risk implications and collaborate with stakeholders to manage risk across Barclays
provide direction, clarity and coherence around risk issues
drive a strong understanding of risk, governance and control in function
identify and lead improvements in governance and controls
drive cultural and conduct change towards achieving a healthy risk environment
Person Specification
Indian Law degree from a reputed law school with a good academic record
Post qualification experience of at least 12 years with a focus on Indian law, preferably in the banking and financial services sector, or in a well established law firm that works with clients in the banking and financial services sector
Ability to build good working relationships with stakeholders
Effective negotiation skills
Strong commercial focus
Delivery under pressure
Excellent communication skills
Ability to assimilate developments in areas of laws and businesses
Purpose and Values
Barclays has a single cross-business Purpose for Barclays and five core Values which underpin it. Our Purpose is helping people achieve their ambitions in the right way. Put simply this is the answer to the question ‘What is Barclays for?’ and it should guide our every action as employees.
Respect
We respect and value those we work with, and the contribution that they make.
Integrity
We act fairly, ethically and openly in all we do.
Service
We put our clients and customers at the centre of what we do.
Excellence
We use our energy, skills and resources to deliver the best, sustainable results.
Stewardship
We are passionate about leaving things better than we found them.
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