Chief of Staff to Chief AI Officer

About the role

Barclays is recruiting a Chief of Staff to its Chief AI Officer in London on a permanent basis. The role is central to the AI leadership team and helps establish the governance, operating rhythms and Executive Office infrastructure as Barclays builds a group-wide AI capability. The position sits at the heart of the AI function and works closely with senior leaders across the bank.

Key responsibilities

• Establish and manage an effective Executive Office, supporting the Group AI officer with priorities, commitments, decisions and leadership engagement
• Coordinate leadership team meetings, offsites, governance forums and operating reviews, and track actions and decisions through to completion
• Prepare materials for Executive Committee, Board and senior management forums
• Develop presentations, briefing papers and leadership communications, and support internal communications and employee engagement
• Support planning cycles, team objectives and organisational priorities, and identify improvements to governance and ways of working
• Lead ad hoc projects and provide research, analysis and briefing support to decision-making

Required profile

• Experience in a Chief of Staff, Business Management, COO Office or Executive Office role, supporting senior executives in large, complex organisations
• Strong background in governance, business management and organisational effectiveness
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Desirable: knowledge of regulatory, risk and governance frameworks in financial services, and experience supporting newly formed teams or functions

Required skills

• Experience preparing executive-level presentations, briefings and committee materials
• Stakeholder management, negotiation and influence at senior level
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

The role is open to candidates with the legal right to work in the UK; working arrangements are hybrid, with anchor days set by the business area, and flexible working can be discussed with the hiring manager.