Barclays Hiring Analyst SOX Assurance in Gurugram | ₹8-14L

Purpose of the Role

The role partners with the bank to provide independent assurance on control processes and recommend improvements that strengthen the efficiency and effectiveness of the internal controls framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with teams across the bank to maintain a strong and efficient control environment by conducting ad-hoc assessments and testing the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls in line with policies and standards.
• Create detailed test plans and procedures to identify weaknesses in internal controls. Support initiatives aligned with the bank’s control framework to reduce risks and issues that could affect operations, financial outcomes, or reputation.
• Share key findings and observations with relevant stakeholders and business units, recommending corrective actions for improved control efficiency. Collaborate with other control professionals to address complex issues and maintain consistent testing methodologies.
• Develop and maintain a knowledge repository that documents control assessments, testing outcomes, and findings. Distribute materials related to internal controls to help train and upskill colleagues.

Analyst Expectations

• Perform assigned activities accurately and within timelines while supporting continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate strong technical understanding and practical experience within the assigned area.
• Understand the underlying concepts and principles related to the function.
• Guide team members where required, support professional development, and coordinate resources to meet operational goals.
• Develop technical expertise and act as an advisor in the work area when appropriate.
• Collaborate with related teams and functions across the organization.
• Take accountability for team outputs and operational processing.
• Escalate policy or procedural breaches when identified and support the implementation of new policies introduced for risk mitigation.
• Influence decision making within the area of expertise and contribute to strengthening risk management and controls.
• Maintain awareness of how the sub-function integrates with the wider organization, including products, services, and operational processes.
• Use analysis of factual information to make evaluative judgements and resolve problems using established practices and experience.
• Communicate complex or sensitive information effectively and act as a contact point for stakeholders beyond the immediate team.

Role Overview

In this position, the Analyst executes design assessments and operational effectiveness testing of controls in accordance with testing plans and relevant policies. The objective is to provide assurance to management that processes and controls within the reviewed business units are appropriately designed and operating effectively to mitigate identified risks.

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with articleship experience in a reputed firm, or an MBA in Finance with relevant work experience.
• Understanding of SOX compliance and risk management practices, including internal audit concepts.
• Ability to clearly communicate internal control concepts within a business context.
• Capability to interpret and analyze data patterns and derive logical conclusions.
• Strong communication skills to engage with internal and external stakeholders and keep auditors and business teams informed on audit progress and observations.

Preferred Knowledge

• Awareness of internal control and regulatory frameworks such as Turnbull, Sarbanes-Oxley, and COSO.
• Basic familiarity with accounting and reporting standards including US GAAP and IFRS/IAS.
• Working proficiency with MS Office tools including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

All colleagues are expected to demonstrate Barclays values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, along with the Barclays mindset to Empower, Challenge, and Drive.