Head of Sustainable Transaction Banking
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Position Overview & Specifications
Role Title Head of Sustainable Transaction Banking
Location London, 1 Churchill Place
What will you be doing
- Develop and own the Sustainable Transaction Banking strategy for both new and existing propositions, fundamental to our approach as a leading trusted advisor to clients, in particular Treasurers, on Sustainable Finance.
- Drive material P&L opportunities through deal origination; opportunities for the Corporate & Investment Bank Sustainable Product Group to act as ESG Coordinator in Syndicated deals
- Cross sell other Sustainable Finance teamsβ propositions and other group revenue opportunities.
- Own and develop long term and economic key partnerships with coverage business units and other third Parties aligned with the sustainable finance agenda.
- Optimise returns from client opportunities either at bespoke or at structured portfolio levels.
- Work with the broader Sustainable Product Group to be responsible for the reputational risk of the sustainable trade finance and liquidity transactions
What weβre looking for
- First in class understanding of the sustainable financing and capital market environment.
- First in class leadership and management skills, ability to start, motivate and develop a small team as well as manage stakeholders from around Corporate & Investment Bank and wider Barclays Group.
- First in class financial understanding, able to analyse and interpret financial accounts, build financial models and run informed scenario and stress testing.
- First in class commercial acumen and business development skills, with the ability to make decisions based on sound judgement and complex information
- Leading knowledge of macroeconomic factors affecting clients, transaction banking and capital markets
Skills that will help you in your
- Established track record in in pitching and negotiating with clients
- Strong network, including key stakeholders of the sustainable finance business
- Suitable professional qualifications and degree, masters preferred
- Creative and innovative thinking
- Credit risk experience within a financial institution
Where will you be working
In the heart of Canary Wharf, our headquarters at Churchill Place boasts onsite amenities such as; a gym, staff restaurant and deli bar, and is easily accessible by tube and bus links. With a population of around 5000 staff the atmosphere is second to none with a real buzz being created around the offices within.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Banking & Lending
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Head of Sustainable Transaction Banking roles across Barclays's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Banking & Lending.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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