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Get Access To All JobsDate live: 11/06/2026
Business Area: Control
Area of Expertise: Controls
Contract: Permanent
Reference Code: JR-0000117731
Salary / Rate $110,000.00 - $145,000.00
Embark on a transformative journey as a CCO Supervision & Controls - Controls Professional. At Barclays, our vision is clear – to redefine the future of banking and help craft innovative solutions. In this role, you will play a key role in the operation, oversight and enhancement of the Investment Bank's Supervision governance and controls framework. You will be involved with regular engagement with Front Office Supervisors and key stakeholders across CCO, Markets, Banking, Treasury and Research. Working in this team, you will support the effective operation of supervisory controls and governance processes, coordinate and deliver strategies, identify and handle issues, and contribute to the ongoing enhancement of the Supervision framework.
To be successful in this role, you should have experience with:
- Handling competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes to tight deadlines within a multi-faceted, matrixed organization
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to influence; and engage build effective relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, Front Office, and other functions
- Be collaborative, with the ability to work effectively across teams, share best practice and drive issues through to resolution
- Demonstrate an adaptable approach, with the ability to take responsibility and deliver across multiple concurrent change strategies
- Knowledge of Investment Banking businesses, products and/or Front Office supervision and controls, particularly within Markets
Some other highly valued skills may include:
- Experience coordinating highly detailed deliverables across multiple stakeholders, with evidence of effective handling of issues, governance, and follow-through
- Experience supporting the design, implementation and enhancement of controls, governance frameworks, or risk-management processes
- An interest in AI tooling with a focus on how to leverage AI to improve and streamline existing processes
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, digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.
This role is located in New York, NY.
Minimum Salary: $110,000
Maximum Salary: $145,000
The minimum and maximum salary/rate information above includes only base salary or base hourly rate. It does not include any other type of compensation or benefits that may be available.
Purpose of the role
To assess the integrity and effectiveness of the banks internal control framework to support the mitigation of risk and protection of the banks operational, financial, and reputational risk.
Accountabilities
- Knowledge of business areas, products, processes and platforms to be able to assess risk
- Collaboration with various stakeholders across the bank and business units to improve overall control effectiveness through detailed documentation of control assessments, procedures, and findings.
- Identification and investigation of potential weaknesses and issues within internal controls to promote continuous improvement and risk mitigation aligned to the bank’s control framework, prioritised by its severity to disrupt bank operations.
- Development of reports to communicate key findings from risk assessment including control weaknesses and recommendations to control owners, senior management, and other stakeholders.
- Execution of reviews to determine the effectiveness of the bank's internal controls framework aligned to established and evolving policies, regulation, and best practice.
- Implementation of adherence to the Barclays Controls Framework and set appropriate methodology of assessing controls against the Controls Framework.
Assistant Vice President Expectations
- To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions.
- Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes
- If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others.
- OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes.
- Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues.
- Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda.
- Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done.
- Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
- Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy.
- Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc). to solve problems creatively and effectively.
- Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience.
- Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
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.
Date live: 11/06/2026
Business Area: Control
Area of Expertise: Controls
Contract: Permanent
Reference Code: JR-0000117731
Salary / Rate $110,000.00 - $145,000.00
Embark on a transformative journey as a CCO Supervision & Controls - Controls Professional. At Barclays, our vision is clear – to redefine the future of banking and help craft innovative solutions. In this role, you will play a key role in the operation, oversight and enhancement of the Investment Bank's Supervision governance and controls framework. You will be involved with regular engagement with Front Office Supervisors and key stakeholders across CCO, Markets, Banking, Treasury and Research. Working in this team, you will support the effective operation of supervisory controls and governance processes, coordinate and deliver strategies, identify and handle issues, and contribute to the ongoing enhancement of the Supervision framework.
To be successful in this role, you should have experience with:
- Handling competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes to tight deadlines within a multi-faceted, matrixed organization
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to influence; and engage build effective relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, Front Office, and other functions
- Be collaborative, with the ability to work effectively across teams, share best practice and drive issues through to resolution
- Demonstrate an adaptable approach, with the ability to take responsibility and deliver across multiple concurrent change strategies
- Knowledge of Investment Banking businesses, products and/or Front Office supervision and controls, particularly within Markets
Some other highly valued skills may include:
- Experience coordinating highly detailed deliverables across multiple stakeholders, with evidence of effective handling of issues, governance, and follow-through
- Experience supporting the design, implementation and enhancement of controls, governance frameworks, or risk-management processes
- An interest in AI tooling with a focus on how to leverage AI to improve and streamline existing processes
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, digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.
This role is located in New York, NY.
Minimum Salary: $110,000
Maximum Salary: $145,000
The minimum and maximum salary/rate information above includes only base salary or base hourly rate. It does not include any other type of compensation or benefits that may be available.
Purpose of the role
To assess the integrity and effectiveness of the banks internal control framework to support the mitigation of risk and protection of the banks operational, financial, and reputational risk.
Accountabilities
- Knowledge of business areas, products, processes and platforms to be able to assess risk
- Collaboration with various stakeholders across the bank and business units to improve overall control effectiveness through detailed documentation of control assessments, procedures, and findings.
- Identification and investigation of potential weaknesses and issues within internal controls to promote continuous improvement and risk mitigation aligned to the bank’s control framework, prioritised by its severity to disrupt bank operations.
- Development of reports to communicate key findings from risk assessment including control weaknesses and recommendations to control owners, senior management, and other stakeholders.
- Execution of reviews to determine the effectiveness of the bank's internal controls framework aligned to established and evolving policies, regulation, and best practice.
- Implementation of adherence to the Barclays Controls Framework and set appropriate methodology of assessing controls against the Controls Framework.
Assistant Vice President Expectations
- To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions.
- Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes
- If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others.
- OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes.
- Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues.
- Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda.
- Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done.
- Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
- Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy.
- Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc). to solve problems creatively and effectively.
- Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience.
- Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Controls Engineer
Align your degree to SOC codes
Controls Engineer roles map to SOC code 17-2112 (Industrial Engineers) or 17-3024 (Electro-Mechanical Technologists). Confirm your Chilean engineering degree covers the same core competencies listed in the O*NET profile before you apply so employers don't raise qualification concerns.
Verify the prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage meeting DOL's prevailing wage for your metro area and experience level. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target city before accepting any offer so you can confirm the role will pass DOL certification.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Search Migrate Mate to find employers who have filed LCAs for Controls Engineer roles under the H-1B1 Chile category. Prioritize companies with recent filings in automation, manufacturing, and energy sectors, where PLC and SCADA expertise drives consistent sponsorship demand.
Request a written sponsorship commitment early
Unlike H-1B visa, the H-1B1 Chile process starts at the consulate rather than with a USCIS petition, so employers sometimes underestimate what they owe you in writing. Get explicit confirmation that your offer letter covers the LCA filing and the DS-160 fee before you give notice at your current role.
Prepare your credential documentation in advance
Chilean engineering degrees from institutions recognized by Chile's CNA accreditation body are generally accepted, but your consular officer may request a credential evaluation. Have a NACES-member evaluation ready before your appointment to avoid administrative delays at the Santiago consulate.
Account for the annual H-1B1 Chile renewal cycle
H-1B1 Chile status is granted in one-year increments and must be renewed annually, unlike the two-year H-1B. Confirm with your employer that they'll support each renewal filing before you accept, since recurring LCA certifications require DOL re-attestation every cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Controls Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B1 Chile?
Yes. Controls Engineer positions require at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field, which meets the specialty occupation standard the H-1B1 Chile visa requires. Roles involving PLC programming, SCADA systems, or process automation consistently satisfy the degree-to-job correlation that consular officers evaluate.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa compare to H-1B for Controls Engineer roles?
H-1B1 Chile skips the lottery entirely and is processed at the U.S. consulate in Santiago rather than through USCIS, which typically means a faster path to work authorization. The tradeoff is that H-1B1 Chile status runs one year at a time and doesn't carry dual intent protections, so green card planning requires more coordination with your employer.
Where can I find employers sponsoring Controls Engineer roles through H-1B1 Chile?
Migrate Mate lets you filter job listings by visa type and shows employers with verified H-1B1 Chile and LCA filing history for engineering roles. Manufacturers, utilities, and defense contractors in industrial states like Texas, Ohio, Michigan, and Pennsylvania file the most Controls Engineer LCAs and are your strongest targets.
What documentation does my employer need to file before my consulate appointment?
Your employer must file and receive a certified LCA from DOL before you can apply for the H-1B1 Chile visa at the consulate. The LCA certifies the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your occupation and work location. You'll need the certified LCA, your offer letter, and DS-160 confirmation at your appointment.
Can I switch Controls Engineer employers after arriving on H-1B1 Chile status?
Yes, but the process restarts with the new employer. Unlike H-1B portability rules under AC21, H-1B1 Chile doesn't allow you to begin working for a new employer while the new LCA is pending. Your new employer must file and receive a certified LCA before you change jobs, so plan transitions carefully to avoid gaps in authorized status.