Chief Global Asset Allocation & Quantitative Strategy

9705 Barclays Bank SA/UAE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

BarclaysPbwm is seeking a Head of Quantitative Strategy to set and manage the Private Bank & Wealth Management's (PBWM) Global CIO Office SAA for all divisions. The role will lead the creation of quantitative strategies, develop internal models, and communicate insights to clients via PBWM teams and IAs.

It requires an academic PhD and extensive experience in SAA, private banking, and cross-functional leadership.

Qualifications

• PhD in a quantitative field with several years of SAA experience.
• Strong understanding of Private Banking and UHNW needs.
• Experience leading complex strategic projects in a matrix environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and translate quantitative views into SAA; advisor role for clients.
• Oversee internal/proprietary models and drive automation and resiliency.
• Ensure governance, risk controls, and regulatory alignment for decisions.
• Lead and coach teams, manage stakeholder communications and collaboration.
• Act as a senior liaison to committees and external clients to influence decisions.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Model validation

Team leadership

Quantitative analysis

Education

PhD in quantitative field

Job description

BarclaysPbwm is seeking a Head of Quantitative Strategy to set and manage the Private Bank & Wealth Management's (PBWM) Global CIO Office SAA for all divisions. The role will lead the creation of quantitative strategies, develop internal models, and communicate insights to clients via PBWM teams and IAs.

It requires an academic PhD and extensive experience in SAA, private banking, and cross-functional leadership.