Job at a glance
Join us as a European Service Manager at Barclays, where you will play a vital role in our Servicing team, working closely with the Relationship Team to deliver exceptional support to a portfolio of Large Corporate clients across multiple countries. As a named point of contact for your clients, you will handle a wide range of service requests and transactions via telephone, email, and fax. Your focus will be on providing prompt, accurate responses that meet service level agreements and ensure a consistently high level of client satisfaction.
You’ll collaborate with Relationship Directors and Relationship Support Managers to deepen client relationships through consistent service delivery, operational risk control, and a considerable understanding of our products—helping to identify potential sales opportunities and enhance overall service value. In this role, you’ll also act as a trusted advisor to both clients and colleagues, offering expert support that builds confidence in our Corporate Banking capabilities.
You'll be instrumental in shaping our digital service offering, helping to create seamless and innovative client experiences. To be successful as a European Service Manager, you should have experience with: World Class Customer Service Skills both on the telephone and via email with ability to utilise basic Microsoft systems (such as Outlook, Word, and Excel). Ability to take ownership of customer queries and cross-support colleagues with customer queries.
Ability to work towards strict deadlines and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for efficient resolution of customer queries. Some other highly valued skills may include: Knowledge and understanding of Europe and UK Banking and systems used within Barclays – i.e. Barclays.Net, iPortal, MassPay, FileGateway, SEPA Direct, QMS, etc. Comprehensive knowledge of SEPA and payment methods plus knowledge of International and UK electronic payment methods and payment cycles.
An understanding of the Data Protection Act, and a good understanding of Operational Rigour. You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success 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 will be based in Knutsford. 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 perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement. Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.
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