Job Description
Job Title: Assistant Portfolio Manager
Location: Mumbai
About Barclays
Barclays is a British universal bank. We are diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Our businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by our service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group.
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 Policy Standards.
Working Flexibly
We’re committed to providing a supportive and inclusive culture and environment for you to work in. This environment recognises and supports ways to balance your personal needs, alongside the professional needs of our business. Providing the opportunity for all our employees, globally to work flexibly empowers each of us to work in a way that suits our lives as well as enabling us to better service our customers’ and clients’ needs. Whether you have family commitments or you’re a carer, or whether you need study time or wish to pursue personal interests, our approach to working flexibly is designed to help you balance your life. If you would like some flexibility, then please discuss this with the hiring manager, and your request will be reviewed subject to business needs
Hybrid Working
We are currently in the early stages of implementing a hybrid working environment, which means that many colleagues spend part of their working hours at home and part in the office, depending on the nature of the role they are in. Please discuss the detail of the working pattern options for the role with the hiring manager.
Introduction:
Support Portfolio Managers with managing client portfolios and assist with BAU tasks and implementation of new process and product initiatives. Other activities also include such as appropriate record keeping, adhering with regulatory requirements, coordination with Operations, back office and client representatives.
What will you be doing?
The candidate is expected to support Portfolio Managers in executing the following activities:
A. Portfolio Management support
• Assist portfolio managers in calculating suitability of advice in line with standards
• Recommend to portfolio managers suitable portfolio actions for their review and approval across portfolio accounts.
• Interface with client representatives, service managers and operations for obtaining approvals on non-discretionary trades.
• Maintaining trade rationale and fund/security recommendations for record purposes
• Coordinating and responsible for conducting the periodic PMS investment forums and governance forums
• Recommend to portfolio managers suitable portfolio actions for their review and approval
• Set-up new mandates and product masters in the portfolio management systems
• Assist the portfolio managers in researching and reviewing investments
B. Sales Support and Collateral Management
• Support client relationship teams and portfolio management teams in preparing proposition pitch books, fact sheets, customized pitches with portfolio risk and return analytics and other client-facing documents based on specific requirements in line with Barclays Risk Control Framework and regulatory guidelines.
• Support portfolio management teams and research analyst in publication of investment strategy notes and related client-facing collaterals.
• Provide query management desk support to client relationship and servicing teams and clients with respect to portfolios and products.
C. Product, Risk Management, Governance and Control
• Drive and deliver all new product, product enhancements, process, technology and change management projects in collaboration with all infrastructure support and control functions such as business delivery, operations, technology, legal, compliance, risk and others
• Initiate, coordinate and complete periodic review of products and processes with a focus on building efficiencies and robustness
• Support portfolio managers in undertaking portfolio risk and performance review analyses
• Prepare portfolio review data for mandatory periodic portfolio reviews in line with regulatory requirements
• Assist internal controls team in conducting periodic snap-checks
• Assist compliance in coordinating for internal as well as external/regulatory audits
• Assist in regulatory record management
What we’re looking for:
• The Role holder will a CA/MBA(Finance) or have the appropriate alternative experience.
• The ideal candidate should have a thorough understanding of various asset classes and investment products
• Ideal candidate should have worked in a global wealth management firm or an investment firm
Skills that will help you in the role:
• The role holder will possess a strong client focused mindset and proven negotiation skills, with both external and internal clients and the ability to manage and prioritise multiple demands.
• The role holder will possess strong written and verbal communication skills in English. The role holder may also possess skills in one or more additional languages.
Regulated Role
This role is regulated by SEBI
Where will you be working?
Mumbai
Be More at Barclays
At Barclays, each day is about being more – as a professional, and as a person. ‘Be More @ Barclays’ represents our core promise to all current and future employees. It’s the characteristic that we want to be associated with as an employer, and at the heart of every employee experience. We empower our colleagues to Be More Globally Connected, working on international projects that improve the way millions of customers handle their finances. Be More Inspired by working alongside the most talented people in the industry, and delivering imaginative new solutions that are redefining the future of finance. Be More Impactful by having the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, and Be More Valued for who you are.
Interested and want to know more about Barclays? Visit home.barclays/who-we-are/ for more details.
Purpose, Values and Mindset
We deploy finance responsibly to support people and businesses, acting with empathy and integrity, championing innovation and sustainability, for the common good and the long term.
Our values underpin everything we do: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship.
Respect
We harness the power of diversity and inclusion in our business, trust those we work with, and value everyone's contribution.
Integrity
We operate with honesty, transparency and fairness in all we do.
Service
We act with empathy and humility, putting the people and businesses we serve at the centre of what we do.
Excellence
We champion innovation, and use our energy, expertise and resources to make a positive difference.
Stewardship
We prize sustainability, and are passionate about leaving things better than we found them.
Our Mindset shapes how we take action, living by our Values, driven by our Purpose, always with our customers and clients at the heart of what we do; our Mindset is to Empower, Challenge and Drive.
Empower
Trust and support each other to deliver. Make decisions with those closest to the topic. Include diverse perspectives. Celebrate success and learn from failure.
Challenge
Question whether things can be done better. Use insights based on data to inform decisions. Be curious about how we can adapt and improve. Speak up and be open to alternative viewpoints.
Drive
Focus on outcomes. Deliver with pace. Be passionate and ambitious about what we do. Take personal responsibility. Actively build collaborative relationships to get things done
Location: Mumbai
About Barclays
Barclays is a British universal bank. We are diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Our businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by our service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group.
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 Policy Standards.
Working Flexibly
We’re committed to providing a supportive and inclusive culture and environment for you to work in. This environment recognises and supports ways to balance your personal needs, alongside the professional needs of our business. Providing the opportunity for all our employees, globally to work flexibly empowers each of us to work in a way that suits our lives as well as enabling us to better service our customers’ and clients’ needs. Whether you have family commitments or you’re a carer, or whether you need study time or wish to pursue personal interests, our approach to working flexibly is designed to help you balance your life. If you would like some flexibility, then please discuss this with the hiring manager, and your request will be reviewed subject to business needs
Hybrid Working
We are currently in the early stages of implementing a hybrid working environment, which means that many colleagues spend part of their working hours at home and part in the office, depending on the nature of the role they are in. Please discuss the detail of the working pattern options for the role with the hiring manager.
Introduction:
Support Portfolio Managers with managing client portfolios and assist with BAU tasks and implementation of new process and product initiatives. Other activities also include such as appropriate record keeping, adhering with regulatory requirements, coordination with Operations, back office and client representatives.
What will you be doing?
The candidate is expected to support Portfolio Managers in executing the following activities:
A. Portfolio Management support
• Assist portfolio managers in calculating suitability of advice in line with standards
• Recommend to portfolio managers suitable portfolio actions for their review and approval across portfolio accounts.
• Interface with client representatives, service managers and operations for obtaining approvals on non-discretionary trades.
• Maintaining trade rationale and fund/security recommendations for record purposes
• Coordinating and responsible for conducting the periodic PMS investment forums and governance forums
• Recommend to portfolio managers suitable portfolio actions for their review and approval
• Set-up new mandates and product masters in the portfolio management systems
• Assist the portfolio managers in researching and reviewing investments
B. Sales Support and Collateral Management
• Support client relationship teams and portfolio management teams in preparing proposition pitch books, fact sheets, customized pitches with portfolio risk and return analytics and other client-facing documents based on specific requirements in line with Barclays Risk Control Framework and regulatory guidelines.
• Support portfolio management teams and research analyst in publication of investment strategy notes and related client-facing collaterals.
• Provide query management desk support to client relationship and servicing teams and clients with respect to portfolios and products.
C. Product, Risk Management, Governance and Control
• Drive and deliver all new product, product enhancements, process, technology and change management projects in collaboration with all infrastructure support and control functions such as business delivery, operations, technology, legal, compliance, risk and others
• Initiate, coordinate and complete periodic review of products and processes with a focus on building efficiencies and robustness
• Support portfolio managers in undertaking portfolio risk and performance review analyses
• Prepare portfolio review data for mandatory periodic portfolio reviews in line with regulatory requirements
• Assist internal controls team in conducting periodic snap-checks
• Assist compliance in coordinating for internal as well as external/regulatory audits
• Assist in regulatory record management
What we’re looking for:
• The Role holder will a CA/MBA(Finance) or have the appropriate alternative experience.
• The ideal candidate should have a thorough understanding of various asset classes and investment products
• Ideal candidate should have worked in a global wealth management firm or an investment firm
Skills that will help you in the role:
• The role holder will possess a strong client focused mindset and proven negotiation skills, with both external and internal clients and the ability to manage and prioritise multiple demands.
• The role holder will possess strong written and verbal communication skills in English. The role holder may also possess skills in one or more additional languages.
Regulated Role
This role is regulated by SEBI
Where will you be working?
Mumbai
Be More at Barclays
At Barclays, each day is about being more – as a professional, and as a person. ‘Be More @ Barclays’ represents our core promise to all current and future employees. It’s the characteristic that we want to be associated with as an employer, and at the heart of every employee experience. We empower our colleagues to Be More Globally Connected, working on international projects that improve the way millions of customers handle their finances. Be More Inspired by working alongside the most talented people in the industry, and delivering imaginative new solutions that are redefining the future of finance. Be More Impactful by having the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, and Be More Valued for who you are.
Interested and want to know more about Barclays? Visit home.barclays/who-we-are/ for more details.
Purpose, Values and Mindset
We deploy finance responsibly to support people and businesses, acting with empathy and integrity, championing innovation and sustainability, for the common good and the long term.
Our values underpin everything we do: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship.
Respect
We harness the power of diversity and inclusion in our business, trust those we work with, and value everyone's contribution.
Integrity
We operate with honesty, transparency and fairness in all we do.
Service
We act with empathy and humility, putting the people and businesses we serve at the centre of what we do.
Excellence
We champion innovation, and use our energy, expertise and resources to make a positive difference.
Stewardship
We prize sustainability, and are passionate about leaving things better than we found them.
Our Mindset shapes how we take action, living by our Values, driven by our Purpose, always with our customers and clients at the heart of what we do; our Mindset is to Empower, Challenge and Drive.
Empower
Trust and support each other to deliver. Make decisions with those closest to the topic. Include diverse perspectives. Celebrate success and learn from failure.
Challenge
Question whether things can be done better. Use insights based on data to inform decisions. Be curious about how we can adapt and improve. Speak up and be open to alternative viewpoints.
Drive
Focus on outcomes. Deliver with pace. Be passionate and ambitious about what we do. Take personal responsibility. Actively build collaborative relationships to get things done
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Assistant Portfolio Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the MIS Executive sector. This role in Mumbai offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in MIS Executive is a plus.
