Barclays
Relationship Development Director
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Relationship Development Director
Business Development Manager – Client Partnership & Lending Specialist
Purpose of the Role
To establish and nurture profitable partnerships with corporate and individual clients, acting as the gateway between the bank’s offerings and clients' requirements. This role ensures mutual value and sustainable success through tailored financial solutions.
Key Accountabilities
1. Client Relationship & Needs Assessment
- Manage client relationships to understand their financial goals, challenges, and risk tolerance
- Analyse client data, including investment portfolios and cash flows, to identify trends, opportunities, and gaps in service
- Develop customised financial and lending solutions that align with clients’ objectives
- Monitor client satisfaction, revenue growth, and performance metrics to refine engagement strategies
2. Strategic Advisory & Consultation
- Research industry trends, regulatory shifts, and competitive landscapes to inform strategic advisory work
- Design bespoke solutions combining products (e.g., lending, wealth management, risk mitigation) to optimise client value
- Provide investment, risk management, and wealth strategy advice while keeping clients updated on market trends
- Negotiate terms that foster long-term alignment between client needs and bank offerings
3. Risk Management & Compliance
- Assess and mitigate financial, legal, and operational risks associated with client engagements
- Ensure documentation of all interactions, transactions, and agreements for auditability and transparency
- Contribute insights to product development and strategic initiatives based on client feedback
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Vice President Expectations (Area of Responsibility Scope)
For Leaders (Team Management)
- Develop departmental strategy and drive operational improvements
- Lead budgeting, policy management, and performance reviews for direct reports
- Engage in performance counselling and decisions regarding pay adjustments
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture with LEAD behaviours:
- Listen & be authentic
- Energise & inspire
- Align across the enterprise
- Develop others
For Subject Matter Experts (Individual Contributor)
- Act as a technical leader guiding complex, multi-year projects
- Collaborate with specialists to resolve intricacies and bridge expertise gaps
- Train and mentor less experienced professionals to advance organisational goals
Core Contributions
- Advise key stakeholders (senior leadership, functional teams) on strategic implications and risks
- Drive data-informed decision making to propose innovative solutions
- Build and maintain trusting relationships with internal/external partners to achieve business objectives
- Embody Barclays’ Values (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, Stewardship) and Mindset (Empower, Challenge, Drive.
Business Development Manager – Specific Focus
augmente client ambitions for strategic growth through targeted lending solutions. Key responsibilities:
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- Source and secure lending opportunities for high-potential clients
- Offer consultative advisory services to evaluate and propose suitable funding structures
- Act as a Barclays spokesperson at networking/events, expanding reach and relationships
- Manage workload functionally and flexibly, prioritising appointments and projects
Core Competencies Required
Essential
- Proven lending experience with a strong understanding of credit analysis
- Exceptional stakeholder & client relationship skills
- Effective networking, presentation, and negotiation capabilities
- Business development acumen with a commercial mindset
- Ability to prioritise workload under variable demands
Highly Valued Additions
- Self-motivation & communication strengths
- Experience in risk assessment, digital transformation, or strategic planning
- Technical knowledge of Barclays' suite of financial products
Location
Sheffield (An opportunity to join a dynamic team contributing to the #1 Top Workplace in the region)
Work Culture & Environment
Self-driven, team-oriented colleagues who thrive on collaboration, sustainability, and continuous improvement. A pursuit of excellence through curiosity, empowerment, and strategic alignment drives every success for employees and clients alike.
Note: Role may be adapted slightly based on ongoing business needs.
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