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About Barclays HR

The HR Function is made up of c.1,400 people globally in HR Business Partnering; Delivery & Advisory; Leadership, Talent, Culture and Diversity and Inclusion; Employee Relations; Learning, Talent Acquisition; Reward and Performance; People Analytics; HR Change; Payroll, and HR Operations.

They want to create the best possible experience for our colleagues - whether they’re experienced professionals or just starting their careers at Barclays. They offer plenty of opportunities to develop and get the most from their careers.

• As an HR function: They know that through great HR they'll grow individuals and future leaders so that they can help the organisation flourish
• With the senior leaders, they'll build an environment that is engaging, collaborative and empowering. One that motivates colleagues to do the best they can
• They ensure that their people strategies are aligned with the needs of the organisation, keeping their colleagues at the heart of all they do
• They aspire to deliver world-class HR services that are simple, efficient and insightful so they are focused on driving innovation and identifying opportunities to continually improve their processes and leverage technology to deliver value-adding services to the businesses they support
• They are an equal opportunity employer, and they are opposed to discrimination on any grounds

Overall purpose of the role

This role will be part of the Barclays HR Internship Programme, providing you with required corporate knowledge, real-life experience and insights into the HR function.

Key accountabilities

• Exposure to the HR Strategic Priorities to enable you to build demonstrable experience and insights across the following critical competencies:
  • Data and Analytics – manage large data sets with accuracy and convert them into succinct insights or solutions that address business issues.
  • Continuous Improvement – proactively questioning established processes, seeking stakeholder feedback, and using this to suggest areas for improvement that align with strategic priorities.
  • Client Advisory – understand the requirements and perspectives of stakeholders, being curious and asking questions to understand the context and background, utilising this to help clients achieve their goals.
  • Projects/Change Management – understand and articulate drivers for change and how these enable commercial and/or stakeholder priorities.
  • Consultancy – translate ideas into logical solutions with defined outcomes that align with stakeholder requirements and values.
  • Resilience – adapt, respond, and recover from changes in the operating environment, learning and growing from challenges and setbacks, and celebrating success.

Stakeholder management and leadership

• The role holder’s primary clients are internal Barclays colleagues and other HR Transaction Cycles.
• The role holder will be required to work within a geographically dispersed, sometimes virtual team and stakeholder group.

Decision-making and problem-solving

• Utilise data to influence and inform effective decision-making.
• Builds trust through credible use of facts and data.
• Ability to creatively resolve problems or issues independently and at pace.

Purpose of the role

To support the day-to-day operations of the human resources division through the Provision of insights and expertise that help more senior colleagues make informed decisions. Also, support the development of new products and services in addition to identification of new market opportunities.

Accountabilities

• Execution of small research projects to support strategic decision-making, preparation of presentations and reports to communicate research findings, and collaboration with relevant leaders to implement research findings.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives.
• Participation in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Participation in the identification of opportunities, development of business cases and the deployment and launch of new products and services for human resources.
• Management of client relationships and provision of customer service support to clients and customers responding to questions about products and services, processing of transactions, and resolution of customer complaints.
• Management of the development and implementation of financial models and strategies that support decision-making for human resources.
• Development of HR insights, the colleague journeys the function is responsible for, and HR services and measures whilst building an understanding of Barclays and its businesses.

Analyst expectations

• Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
• Partner with other functions and business areas.
• Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.
• Escalate breaches of policies/procedures appropriately.
• Take responsibility for embedding new policies/procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
• Advise and influence decision-making within own area of expertise.
• Take ownership of managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulations and codes of conduct.
• Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisation's products, services and processes within the function.
• Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
• Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.
• Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.
• Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex/sensitive information.
• Act as a contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside the team and external to the organisation.

About you

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – their moral compass, helping them do what they believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how they behave.

Benefits

All employees should receive a competitive package of core benefits flexible to you and your family’s needs. At Barclays, you’ll support customers and clients, and they’ll support you with rewards that will genuinely make a difference. See some of the benefits you could receive when joining them full-time:

• Paid holiday and vacation
• Private medical care
• Flexible working
• Voluntary benefits
• Competitive pay
• Disability assurance
• Life assurance
• Retirement planning

Training & development

Barclays' internships are the perfect introduction to the world of financial services. You’ll be immersed in your chosen business area, learning from their people and taking on real business challenges. Wherever you join, you’ll discover a platform to help you absorb the essential skills and knowledge you’ll need to progress on your journey at Barclays. You’ll receive genuine support and encouragement, with both senior and junior mentors to guide you; and you’ll have the opportunity to take part in networking and social events.

Career progression

They support career progression by offering development opportunities beyond traditional promotions, providing upskilling resources, and promoting relevant resources to help employees achieve their career goals. Employees are encouraged to connect across teams and explore new opportunities, with a focus on fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

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Sources

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• search.jobs.barclays/internships
• search.jobs.barclays/wellbeing
• search.jobs.barclays/Evolve
• youtube.com