Senior Business Manager

Role Description

Overview:

• DWS Group (DWS) is one of the world's leading asset managers with EUR933bn of assets under management (as of 30 June 2024). Building on more than 60 years of experience, it has a reputation for excellence in Germany, Europe, the Americas and Asia.
• DWS is recognized by clients globally as a trusted source for integrated investment solutions, stability and innovation across a full spectrum of investment disciplines.

About DWS:

• Today, markets face a whole new set of pressures but also a whole lot of opportunity too. Opportunity to innovate differently. Opportunity to invest responsibly. And opportunity to make change. Join us at DWS, and you can be part of an industry-leading firm with a global presence. You can lead ambitious opportunities and shape the future of investing.
• You can support our clients, local communities, and the environment. Were looking for creative thinkers and innovators to join us as the world continues to transform. As whole markets change, one thing remains clear; our people always work together to capture the opportunities of tomorrow. Thats why we are Investors for a new now. As investors on behalf of our clients, it is our role to find investment solutions. Ensuring the best possible foundation for our clients financial future. And in return, well give you the support and platform to develop new skills, make an impact and work alongside some of the industrys greatest thought leaders. This is your chance to achieve your goals and lead an extraordinary career.
• DWS is an equal opportunity employer who seeks to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital/civil partnership status, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, color, sexual orientation or disability.

Team Overview

• The COO Risk and Control team within COO division controls and monitors IT & Operations risk and the further development of IT & Operations systems, including the associated processes, inline to DWS risk management strategies. COO Risk & Control team within DWS Technology ensures that regulatory & risk management requirements are known, understood and rigidly followed.
• DWS management is informed by the Risk & Control function of compliance with controls over KPIs and associated risks. The role of COO Risk & Control is global and requires interaction with many areas of DWS and DB. The team currently consists of strong team players based in Frankfurt, Luxembourg, London, New York and Pune.

Your key responsibilities

• Ensuring that the risk profile of the organization's IT & Operations is aligned with the organization's goals and objectives from within the first line of defense.
• Identify and implement KRI monitoring for the COO area of DWS, including all subsidiaries of DWS group
• Provide consistent reporting of implemented controls and compliance in adherence to risk management strategies.
• Provide guidance & support to Findings Owners
• Provide and maintain a robust approach to monitor potential risks and vulnerabilities in the organization's IT & Operations systems.
• Establish and maintain a framework, which allows for timely remediation of potential risks and vulnerabilities.
• Provide expert advice in the implementation of risk and control reporting initiatives.

Your skills and experience

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in business administration, technology or a related field.
• Several years of professional experience in the Technology or Operations areas in asset management sector, experience in Compliance, Risk Management preferred.
• Advanced IT knowledge (databases, interfaces, scripts) is preferred
• Relevant Risk Management certifications are preferred
• Excellent analytical skills and structured approach; Ability to grasp new topics quickly and create the right framework for further evaluation and implementation
• Personal initiative, results orientation and leadership qualities with regard to the independent implementation of medium-sized initiatives.
• Must have soft skills, including the ability to speak to both technical and business concerns
• Advanced knowledge of using MS Excel, MS Powerpoint and MS Word to analyze and present complex issues; other project management and visualization tools are beneficial.
• Advanced knowledge in PowerBI and PowerApps is preferred.
• A strong team player in constantly changing work groups.
• Excellent communication skills both within working groups and in presenting results in a clear and concise manner.

How we'll support you

• Training and development to help you excel in your career.
• Coaching and support from experts in your team.
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression.
• A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs.