Research Operations Analyst

Join us as a Research Operations Analyst at Barclays, where you will play a crucial role in providing operational support for maintaining MIFID II research entitlement packages and ensuring the provision of mandated conflict of interest disclosures for Research. As a member of the Research Operations team, you will be assessed on key critical skills relevant for success in the role, including experience with Research Operations Analyst and job-specific skill sets. Your responsibilities will include handling various queries from different teams, setting up and maintaining research packages to comply with MiFID II regulations, processing requests for specific research packages/services purchased by clients, setting up trial packages, managing contract renewals, and addressing entitlement support issues. You will also manage invoicing queries, oversee access and subscription of research for clients, collaborate with the Research Sales team to set up research packages, and ensure the correct and timely flow of disclosures to issuers in the disclosure database. Furthermore, you will create and review data reconciliation and monitoring reports, work with IT to enhance applications, and escalate concerns to Research Operations management when necessary. Your role will also involve documenting operational processes accurately, analyzing data from multiple sources, producing management information and exception reports, and demonstrating strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, time management skills, and independence. As a Research Operations Analyst, you will be based in Mumbai and will contribute to the high-quality and consistent production of Barclays Research products, as well as their delivery to clients through the firm's Research platforms and channels. You will be accountable for managing and executing processes, identifying improvements, collaborating with stakeholders, and adhering to risk management standards. In addition, you are expected to perform activities in a timely and high-quality manner, demonstrate in-depth technical knowledge in your area of expertise, lead and supervise a team if applicable, partner with other functions, and take responsibility for operational processing and risk management. Your role will involve advising and influencing decision-making, embedding new policies and procedures, and contributing to the achievement of organizational objectives. Overall, you will be a key player in ensuring the seamless execution of research operations, driving improvements, managing risks, and strengthening controls to deliver work in line with relevant rules, regulations, and codes of conduct. Your commitment to the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, along with the Barclays Mindset of Empower, Challenge, and Drive, will guide your behavior and contributions within the organization.,