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Date live: 06/09/2025 Business Area: India COO Customer Care BUK Area of Expertise: Banking Operations Contract: Permanent Reference Code: JR-0000045598 Put yourself at the heart of the Barclays. A career in banking operations puts you at the very centre of our business strategy. By putting customers at the heart of everything we do, we’re putting our whole business behind our Customer facing teams. As the face of our brand, especially in an increasingly digital world, you'll play a vital role in our customers' financial lives. Here, your voice is heard, and you’ll have the support and opportunities to thrive. See your commute Step into the role of Specialist Customer Care at Barclays, where you will play a pivotal role to manage operations within a business area and maintain processes, risk management initiatives and compliance with relevant regulators. You will take ownership of your work, ensuring it aligns with the relevant rules & regulations, and codes of conduct. To be successful as an Specialist Customer Care at Barclays, you should have below critical skills. 0-24 months of relevant experience of working in BPO/KPO. Graduate/post-graduate in any discipline (Fresher’s applicable however preferably Graduate Fresher). Achieving high standards and delivering results with accuracy and attention to detail. Effective communication, including questioning skills. Excellent analytical skills and an ability to solve issues. Ability to work independently or as part of a team. Ability to work within deadlines/customer demand. Familiarity with procedures, policies, products, services of a financial Organisation. Knowledge of KYC, AML, Fin Crime Operations, related to Risk and Audits. Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Flexibility in hours of work and ability to work changing shifts patterns. You may be assessed on key essential skills relevant to succeed in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills. This role is based out of Chennai. Purpose of the role To provide exceptional customer service while resolving more complex customer needs/requests. Accountabilities Provision of customer service through various communication channels including chat, email and phone. Execution of customer service requirements to resolve more complex, specific customer needs, and give a unique, personalised resolution for each case. Collaboration with teams across the bank to align and integrate customer care processes. Identification of areas for improvement to provide recommendations for change in customer care processes and provide feedback and coaching for colleagues on these highlighted areas. Development and implementation of customer care procedures and controls to mitigate risks and maintain efficient operations. Resolution of specific customer inquiries and issues related to the bank’s products and service, including account balances, transactions and payments. Development and execution of reports and presentations on customer care performance and communicate findings to internal senior stakeholders. Identification of industry trends and developments to implement best practice to improve customer care efficiency and effectiveness. Analyst Expectations To meet the needs of stakeholders/ customers through operational excellence and customer service Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard No people leadership roles at this grade. Execute work requirements as identified in processes and procedures, collaborating with and impacting on the work of team members. Identify escalation of policy breaches as required. Take responsibility for customer service and operational execution tasks. Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct. Gain and maintain an understanding of own role, how the team integrates to achieve overall objectives, alongside knowledge of the work of other teams within the function. Work within well-defined procedures that may involve a variety of work routines. Demonstrate an understanding of the procedures. Evaluate and select the appropriate alternatives from defined options. Make judgements based on the analysis of factual information. Build relationships with stakeholders and customers to identify and address their needs, in support of a smooth operating process, handling sensitive issues as required. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave. (Opens in new tab or window) (Opens in new tab or window) (Opens in new tab or window) Reasonable adjustment Our purpose Equal opportunities Right to work statement 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 Your wellbeing Your commute More than just a workplace 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. Learn more Application Process Your application We’ll ask for information about you, your CV and cover letter. 1 Your assessment Covering your behaviours and ability at work. 2 Your interview Exploring your past experiences and skills. 3 Next step We’ll request additional information so that you can complete our screening process 4 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.
