Director - Senior Sales Strat - Front Office Platform

Barclays; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director to lead the development of a cross-asset analytics platform for front office sales. This pivotal role involves collaborating with stakeholders, defining requirements, and implementing both backend and UI components. The ideal candidate will possess strong Python programming skills, experience in system design, and a deep understanding of data science and visualization. This opportunity offers the chance to engage with senior management and drive strategic initiatives within a dynamic banking environment, making a significant impact on the organization's success.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing models for pricing and risk management.
• Strong communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of a cross-asset analytics platform.
• Design system architecture and APIs.
• Develop backend and frontend components.

Skills

Python programming

System and API design

Commercial software development

Data science and visualization

Modern UI frameworks

Communication skills

Education

Experience in developing models for pricing and risk management

Market knowledge in asset classes

Tools

React

Job description

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Experience and Skills

• Designing, building, and supporting user-facing analytics in a front office sales environment.
• System and API design expertise.
• Commercial software development experience in shared codebases with multiple developers.
• Proficiency in Python programming.
• Familiarity with modern UI frameworks.
• Experience liaising directly with front office sales or trading users.
• Knowledge of data science and visualization.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing models and tools for pricing, analysis, and risk management for sales or trading.
• Market or product knowledge in asset classes.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Role Purpose

Lead the development of a cross-asset analytics platform for front office sales, collaborating with stakeholders and ensuring strategic alignment. This hands-on role involves defining requirements, implementing backend and UI components, and working with technology teams to ensure consistency with firm-wide initiatives. Strong communication skills are essential due to exposure to senior management.

Accountabilities

• Deliver a cross-asset front office analytics platform.
• Engage with sales users and senior stakeholders.
• Design system architecture and APIs.
• Develop backend and frontend components, focusing on Python and React.
• Align platform with Barclays' strategic initiatives.
• Apply problem-solving, adaptability, and innovative thinking skills.

Leadership Expectations

Manage a business function or lead organization-wide projects, providing strategic input and managing resources. Demonstrate leadership behaviors aligned with Barclays values and Mindset, fostering a culture of respect, integrity, and excellence.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Sales and Business Development
• Industry: Banking and Financial Services