Legal jobs in Singapore

The following criteria are essential for developing our PCM & TB capabilities across multiple markets in Asia Pacific & Middle East:

1. Candidate should have extensive knowledge & experience (minimum 15 years) in Asia Pacific & ME to lead and drive market-leading products to differentiate across Corporate & FI business.
2. Integrated knowledge of multiple channels and their integration with various product verticals (Payments, Collections, VAM, LM-Pobo, Robo, IHB).
3. Thought leader capable of positioning the bank strongly in industry forums and regulator working groups to shape the future of the payments industry.
4. Extensive exposure to European & US MNCs operating in the region to ensure product build meets global client requirements.
5. Experience managing the product lifecycle end-to-end, from investment planning to commercial outcomes, beyond just technical knowledge.
6. Ability to lead complex product solutions in RFPs and client whiteboarding sessions, positioning the bank as a thought leader.
7. Deep technical knowledge & advisory experience working with technical teams of the bank and vendors.
8. Regulatory & legal experience in rolling out products & services in Asia Pacific markets, especially Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan, and Australia/NZ, besides New York/London.
9. Ability to lead diverse, multi-location teams, providing support and guidance to build market-leading products & services through our multichannel model to manage operational risk.
10. Extensive knowledge in leading partnerships with fintechs & banks in the region to provide comprehensive solutions in present & non-present markets.
11. Experience in drafting & negotiating legal documents across multiple markets/jurisdictions to simplify client offerings and enhance ease of doing business with Barclays.
12. Experience handling regulator and internal audits in multiple markets to position the bank as a well-managed business.
13. Vision to lead product teams and position the bank ahead in AI & other industry disruptions like CBDC, blockchain technologies.
14. Experience leveraging payment data to strengthen client and risk team relationships and to drive product growth.

Manage a specific product or portfolio, set strategic direction, support senior management, and oversee product development risk across the organization.

• Develop strategic direction for a product or portfolio, including implementing current methodologies and processes.
• Manage a product or portfolio, oversee team performance, and ensure departmental goals are met.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders and maintain quality of third-party services.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for the product or portfolio.
• Manage risks associated with the product or portfolio, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation strategies are in place.
• Monitor financial performance, including revenue, profitability, and costs.
• Conduct market research to understand trends, competition, and regulatory changes to identify opportunities.

• Manage a business function, contribute to strategic initiatives, and lead complex projects.
• Lead teams or act as a technical expert, fostering a performance-oriented culture.
• Advise senior management and influence decisions outside own function.
• Manage resourcing, budgeting, and policy creation.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations, and monitor external environment for regulatory changes.
• Demonstrate comprehensive industry knowledge and external market insights.
• Use analytical skills to solve complex problems and design solutions.
• Make strategic decisions within own area, influence stakeholders, and act as a principal contact for key clients.
• Represent the function and business division as a spokesperson.

All senior leaders are expected to embody leadership behaviors: Listen and be authentic, Energise and inspire, Align across the enterprise, Develop others. All colleagues should demonstrate Barclays' values—Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship—and the Barclays Mindset—Empower, Challenge, and Drive.