Assurance Execution Analyst at Barclays in Pune, Maharashtra, India

Assurance Execution Analyst Location: Pune, Gera Commerzone SEZ Job Description Purpose of the role To develop, implement, and maintain effective governance frameworks for all data and records across the bank's global operations. Accountabilities Development and maintenance of a comprehensive data and records governance framework aligned with regulatory requirements and industry standards. Monitoring data quality and records metrics and compliance with standards across the organization. Identification and addressing of data and records management risks and gaps. Development and implementation of a records management programme that ensures the proper identification, classification, storage, retention, retrieval and disposal of records. Development and implementation of a data governance strategy that aligns with the bank's overall data management strategy and business objectives. Provision of Group wide guidance and training on Data and Records Management standard requirements. Analyst Expectations To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement. Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources. If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate. 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 / procedure 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 for 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, regulation and codes of conduct. Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations 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 contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave. Join us as an "Assurance Execution Analyst" at Barclays, where you'll spearhead the evolution of our digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence. You'll harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionise our digital offerings, ensuring unapparelled customer experiences. To be successful as an "Assurance Execution Analyst", you should have experience with: Strong Data Governance & Lineage Understanding: Ability to interpret and apply lineage standards, control statements, and attestation requirements. Stakeholder Management & Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with BU/FN, Data Domain Owners, CDOs, and SMEs across global teams. Issue Tracking & Risk/Control Orientation: Skill in capturing escalations, monitoring lineage quality, and supporting remediation activities aligned with Global Data Management Standards. Analytical & Problem‑Solving Skills: Ability to interpret complex lineage models, trace data flows, and support decision-making. Clear Communication & Documentation Skills: Drafting updates to standards, preparing decks, writing guidance, and articulating key messages for senior stakeholders. Training & Change Enablement: Experience creating and delivering training content for wider community Attention to Detail – Ability to spot inconsistencies, gaps, and risks in documentation, data flows, and governance artefacts. Time Management & Prioritisation – Managing multiple lineage deliverables, attestations, escalations, and stakeholder requests efficiently. Desirable skillsets/ good to have: Adaptability & Learning Agility: Working in a constantly evolving data standards, tooling, and regulatory environment. Teamwork & Collaboration Mindset: Contributing to a positive, solution‑oriented culture across Team. Knowledge of Data Management Tooling: Ability to work with common data management tools and platforms to support activities such as updating metadata, reviewing data flows, and maintaining routine operational data processes. Experience with Change & Release Management Processes: Ability to work effectively within change and release cycles to ensure that data flows, documentation, and related processes stay accurate and up to date. Basic JIRA / Workflow Management Awareness: Familiarity with common workflow or issue‑tracking tools to monitor tasks, resolve blockers, and support enhancements across data‑related activities. Working Knowledge of Organizational Structures: Understanding of how teams, functions, and subject‑matter experts operate within a business environment to enable smooth collaboration during data‑related initiatives. You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as experience with Tableau, Microsoft Applications, JIRA Board, ETL Tools as well as job-specific skillsets. Location - Pune.