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Director – Internal Audit (Finance)

Chennai, India

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Date live: 04/21/2026

Business Area: BIA

Area of Expertise: Finance

Contract: Permanent

Reference Code: JR-0000084444

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Barclays Finance

As part of the Finance team, you'll help shape Barclays' financial strategy through accounting, budgeting, financial forecasting, and analysis. Your expertise will support management, cash and debt management, and insurance, driving the financial health and success of the organisation.

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Director Expectations

  • Contribute to and influence policy and procedures for the function and plan, manage and consult on multiple complex and critical strategic projects, which may be business wide..
  • Work collaboratively to drive progress in the team, embedding the performance culture and role modelling Barclays values and behaviours to:
    • Mentor and coach others to be open, honest, and reliable, provide constructive, open, and timely feedback to support personal and career development of others to achieve their full potential.
    • Identify and develop talent and develop succession plans.
    • Attract and retain the best people through taking part in activities inside and outside the organisation.
    • Share knowledge with others across team/function and promotes a culture of learning from mistakes.
  • Seek to increase all aspects of diversity in their area through the decisions they make and the attitudes they promote, challenging the attitudes of others were necessary.
  • Focus on the external environment, regulators, or advocacy groups to both monitor and influence on behalf of Barclays, when appropriate.
  • Demonstrate extensive knowledge of how the function integrates with the business division / Group to achieve the overall business objectives.
  • Maintain broad and comprehensive knowledge of industry theories and practices within own discipline alongside up-to-date relevant sector / functional knowledge, and insight into external market developments / initiatives.
  • Use interpretative thinking and advanced analytical skills to solve problems and design solutions in often complex/ sensitive situations.
  • Exercise management authority to make significant decisions and certain strategic decisions or recommendations within own area.
  • Negotiate with and influence stakeholders at a senior level both internally and externally.
  • Act as principal contact point for key clients and counterparts in other functions/ businesses divisions.
  • Mandated as a spokesperson for the function and business division.

Accountabilities

  • Lead effective and efficient audit teams to achieve results in delivery, determining and delivering against agreed metrics including budget, delivery, and objectives. This includes leading audit teams to provide effective assurance with insightful audit results.
  • Have deep understanding of finance processes including Financial Reporting, and Valuation Control.
  • Support the Portfolio Manager to define and execute the appropriate coverage strategy and audit plan for the Finance Function.
  • Lead discussions with business management regarding audit observations and issues, consult with relevant BIA MDs/Directors where applicable.
  • Responsible for managing stakeholder relationships with the Bank’s Finance team globally. Attend, as required, Committees and forums within the Finance space, globally.
  • Support the Portfolio Manager to produce concise and insightful commentary for reporting to the Board and Regulators.
  • Share industry knowledge including the key regulatory requirements and emerging developments.
  • Analyze trends, identify gaps, and make links between regulatory landscape, emerging trends, and risks.
  • Support delivery of BIA Strategy and its pillars.

Barclays welcomes applications from all candidates and is committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments (accommodations) are put in place to allow for a fair and inclusive recruitment process. For more information and how to request one, please review Adjustments to the recruitment process.

We’re a global, vital and highly respected financial organisation with an inspiring Purpose. Operating in 39 countries and employing around 100,000 people across the world, we help communities, individuals and businesses thrive. And we’ve created financial solutions and technology that the world now takes for granted. A career with us can offer incredible variety, depth and breadth of experience, and the chance to learn from some of the best minds in technology and finance.

To find out more about Barclays' strategy please click here.

We are an equal opportunity employer and opposed to discrimination on any grounds. It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.

Barclays is required by law to confirm that you have the Legal Right to Work in any role that you apply for. If you currently hold a work visa sponsored by Barclays, or you would require sponsorship from Barclays, you must declare this as part of your application. Sponsored visas are role and entity specific and any changes must be reviewed. It is important that you ensure you are working on the correct visa at all times. Failure to accurately disclose your visa status or Legal Right to Work may result in your application or any employment offer being withdrawn at any time.

This is Barclays Chennai

Barclays Chennai is one of our key strategic locations. It’s home to over 5,000 talented and passionate Barclays colleagues, across Finance, HR, operational and technology functions ensuring the bank’s technology and infrastructure runs smoothly.

Our Chennai office is well-equipped with innovative technology. It’s designed to be a vibrant and unique working environment for all.

We’ve an onsite medical clinic staffed by healthcare professionals. Our campus also features wellness rooms for relaxation and meditation.

Based at the DLF Cybercity Chennai estate, you can get a shuttle bus for easy commuting. We also provide child care services.

Our office is close to a variety of great places to eat, socialise, shop and be entertained. Everything you need within easy reach.

This is Barclays Chennai

Barclays Chennai is one of our key strategic locations. It’s home to over 5,000 talented and passionate Barclays colleagues, across Finance, HR, operational and technology functions ensuring the bank’s technology and infrastructure runs smoothly.

A workplace of the future

Our Chennai office is well-equipped with innovative technology. It’s designed to be a vibrant and unique working environment for all.

Your wellbeing

We’ve an onsite medical clinic staffed by healthcare professionals. Our campus also features wellness rooms for relaxation and meditation.

Your commute

Based at the DLF Cybercity Chennai estate, you can get a shuttle bus for easy commuting. We also provide child care services.

More than just a workplace

Our office is close to a variety of great places to eat, socialise, shop and be entertained. Everything you need within easy reach.

Multicultural ERGs at Barclays

Be you. Be valued. Belong.

We celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings, believing our differences make us stronger and drive success.

You can learn more about our commitment to our colleague on our Inclusion and Opportunities page.

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Application Process

Your application

We’ll ask for information about you, your CV and cover letter.

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Your assessment

Covering your behaviours and ability at work.

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Your interview

Exploring your past experiences and skills.

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Next step

We’ll request additional information so that you can complete our screening process

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Working flexibly

We’re committed to providing a supportive and inclusive culture and environment for you to work in. This environment recognises and supports your personal needs, alongside the professional needs of our business. If you'd like to explore flexible working arrangements, please discuss this with the hiring manager. Your request will be reviewed in-line with the requirements of the role/business needs of the team.

Hybrid working

We have a structured approach to hybrid working, where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed, ‘anchor’, days, as set by the business area. Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business.

Barclays is built on an international scale.

Our geographic reach, our wide variety of functions, businesses, roles and locations reflect the rich diversity of our worldwide customer base. All of which means we offer incredible variety, depth and breadth of experience.
And the chance to learn from a globally diverse mix of colleagues, including some of the very best minds in banking, finance, technology and business. Throughout, we’ll encourage you to embrace mobility, exploring every part of our operations as you build your career.

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