Barclay Simpson

About the Company

Barclay Simpson is a specialist international recruitment company that recruits Cyber Security, Technology and Governance professionals across internal audit, risk management, information / cyber security, technology and change, regulatory compliance, financial crime, resilience, data protection, data analytics, and legal & governance professionals across all sectors of the economy.

Established in 1989, we are based in London and Frankfurt and recruit for clients throughout the UK, Europe, and the Middle East.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Barclay Simpson

Job Title

SOC Manager

Job Description

Hybrid - wfhsurrey 3 days a week, United kingdom

Hybrid

02-10-2025

Company Name

Barclay Simpson

Job Title

Quantitative Developer

Job Description

Job title: Quantitative Developer Role Summary: Build, maintain and productionise Python‑based quantitative risk models, ensuring high‑quality code, automated testing, and reliable deployment. Support cloud migration initiatives and collaborate with commercial stakeholders to deliver actionable risk insights. Expactations: - Deliver clean, testable code for risk models (VaR/ES, PD/LGD, etc.). - Implement robust CI/CD pipelines with GitLab. - Automate data loads, reconciliations, and reporting. - Provide clear documentation and operational runbooks. - Participate in early cloud migration tasks (GCP, Looker, Vertex AI). Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and deploy Python risk model components under senior guidance. - Refactor and harden existing code; add unit tests, data validation, and logging. - Build and maintain GitLab CI/CD jobs for model rebuilds and scheduled tasks; manage release notes and rollbacks. - Automate recurring processes (data loads, reconciliations, report generation). - Collaborate with first‑line commercial teams to clarify requirements and address model output queries. - Support early cloud migration, including packaging, connector testing, and basic dashboards, with senior mentorship. Required Skills: - Python (pandas, NumPy, testable, readable code) – Associate/AVP level. - SQL for data wrangling and reconciliation. - Practical Git experience; familiarity with GitLab CI/CD. - Understanding of at least one risk domain (market, credit, capital, liquidity) and basic models (VaR/ES, PD/LGD). - Clear, concise communication; collaborative mindset. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or related quantitative discipline. ---

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

03-10-2025

Company Name

Barclay Simpson

Job Title

IT Audit Manager

Job Description

Job title: IT Audit Manager Role Summary: Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of IT audit activities, ensuring comprehensive coverage of technology risks and controls. Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders to support audit objectives and governance. Expactations: - Deliver high‑quality IT audit reports to the Head of IT Audit and senior management. - Manage and develop an audit portfolio aligned with organizational risk priorities. - Foster collaborative relationships with business and technology leaders. - Provide guidance on emerging audit practices, tools, and regulations. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and execute the annual IT audit plan, ensuring coverage of all critical technology domains. - Conduct risk assessments, audit fieldwork, and reporting for IT systems, processes, and projects. - Oversee audit engagements from planning through to final reporting, ensuring adherence to audit standards and timelines. - Mentor and supervise junior audit staff, facilitating professional growth and performance. - Liaise with external auditors, regulators, and internal stakeholders on audit findings and remediation. - Monitor audit findings and track remediation progress, escalating unresolved issues as necessary. - Identify opportunities to enhance audit methodology, efficiency, and technology use. Required Skills: - Proven experience in IT auditing, preferably within financial services or related regulated environments. - Strong knowledge of IT governance frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ISO 27001, NIST) and audit standards (e.g., ISACA, CISA). - Experience auditing transformation and change management projects. - Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills. - Ability to build trust and influence senior stakeholders. - Proficient in audit software and data analysis tools. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Accounting, Finance, or a related field. - Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or equivalent preferred.

London, United kingdom

On site

07-10-2025

Company Name

Barclay Simpson

Job Title

Technology & Change Risk

Job Description

**Job title** Technology & Change Risk **Role Summary** Independent risk oversight within the Second Line of Defence, providing advisory and challenge across IT, data governance, and operational resilience. Works closely with senior technology and business leaders to shape risk frameworks, influence transformation programmes, and support regulatory assurance. **Expectations** - Act as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders on technology and change risk. - Provide ongoing oversight of IT risk, information security, and data governance. - Lead or contribute to reviews of major change and resilience initiatives. - Support regulatory and assurance activities across the enterprise. **Key Responsibilities** - Advise senior executives on emerging technology and change risks. - Monitor and assess IT risk controls, including information security and data management. - Conduct risk reviews for major transformation and resilience projects. - Coordinate with regulatory bodies and internal assurance teams on compliance. - Develop and maintain risk frameworks aligned with PRA/FCA, DORA, and resilience standards. - Communicate findings and recommendations to diverse stakeholder groups. **Required Skills** - Deep understanding of technology, change, or operational risk in financial services. - Knowledge of PRA/FCA expectations, DORA, and resilience frameworks. - Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. - Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate complex risk scenarios. - Ability to influence senior leaders and drive risk-focused decision making. - Proficiency in using risk assessment tools and frameworks. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Information Technology, Business, or Risk Management. - 3+ years of relevant experience in technology or operational risk within a financial services environment. - Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP, or PRINCE2 are desirable but not mandatory.

London, United kingdom

On site

30-10-2025