VP, Innovation Programmes Lead

New York, United States

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Date live: Oct. 11, 2022

Business Area: COO & Functions

Area of Expertise: Technology

Reference Code: 90272348

Contract: Permanent/Regular

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Innovations Programmes Lead
New York

As a Barclays Innovation Programmes Lead for the Innovation team, this is exciting opportunity for you to take real ownership in executing and driving forward a portfolio of programmes that will accelerate the growth of startups. Are you passionate about Fintechs? We are looking for a programmes lead to be based in our New York Rise Fintech lab, where you will be translating new innovative ideas into successful commercial outcomes.

Barclays is one of the world's largest and most respected financial institutions, with 329 years of success, quality and innovation behind us. We've helped millions of individuals and businesses thrive, creating financial and digital solutions that the world now takes for granted. An important and growing presence in the USA, we offer careers providing endless opportunity.

What will you be doing?

•   Working with internal and external partners to deliver programs and, ensure ensuring all deliverables are met and KPIs are set and measured
•   Creating and maintaining relationships with multiple external associations, governmental and non-governmental organizations, and VC’s
•   Working alongside the Head of Programs to, build and manage a portfolio of partners, and ensure that commercial objectives and deliverables for those are agreed and met
•   Working in close partnership with our control functions to ensure that all relevant controls are being adhered to and closely managed on an ongoing basis
•   Supporting marketing and communication team to amplify the message of program outputs and ensure Barclays is recognized as the go-to bank for tech entrepreneurs and innovation
•   Tracking and managing budget on an annual basis for each program and partnership

What we’re looking for:

•   Proven ability to deliver projects from idea to scale with Multi-stake holder management skills at all levels including internal and external senior stakeholders
•   Effective Relationship management skills to liaise with of clients or external partners
•   Experience in running governance process and controls with a complex operations environment would be a positive
•   Experience of local innovation landscape, start-ups (particularly Fintechs), programs, accelerators, incubators, POC labs, corporate venturing and ecosystem engagement

Skills that will help you in the role:

•   Knowledge of co-working competitors and influential Open Innovation approaches
•   Detailed knowledge and understanding of the digital shift in financial services, the impact of FinTech and non-traditional competitors and the threats and opportunities they provide
•   Experience in fast-moving technology industries or industries that have undergone significant business model disruption
•   Capability to focus on continuous improvement in all areas of responsibility

Where will you be working?

At Barclays, we are proud to be redefining the future of finance and here RISE- New York, NY we are creating a unique community and every chance to build a world-class career.

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