Paris-based Board Governance & Secretariat Specialist

6287 BBIe SVT Activity; Paris; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Barclays Europe Board and Committees role provides administrative, technical and governance support to ensure smooth board operation and governance execution. You will coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, track papers, and maintain governance records across systems such as Diligent Boards.

You will also assist with risk, compliance and sustainability oversight while handling confidential information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Organisation and administration skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Stakeholder management with the confidence to build relationships at senior level.
• Written communication and document management with high attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems effectively.
• Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and PowerPoint.
• Fluent English and French language (strong professional proficiency).
• Experience supporting senior leadership, Boards, Committees or Executive-level stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Board and Committee meetings, including scheduling, room arrangements, catering and technology support.
• Prepare and distribute Board papers, manage quality and formatting checks.
• Maintain governance records and use systems like Diligent Boards.
• Support governance responsibilities including risk management, compliance and sustainability.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for Board-led initiatives and special projects.
• Lead in risk management and strengthening controls related to responsibilities.

Job description

Barclays Europe Board and Committees role provides administrative, technical and governance support to ensure smooth board operation and governance execution. You will coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, track papers, and maintain governance records across systems such as Diligent Boards.

You will also assist with risk, compliance and sustainability oversight while handling confidential information with discretion.