Deutsche Bank—DWS Internal Audit Manager – Group Functions & APAC, AVP

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Description: Job Description: Job Title: DWS Internal Audit Manager – Group Functions & APAC, AVP Location: Pune, India Corporate Title: AVP Role Description About DWS - With management DWS Group is one of the world’s leading asset managers and leverages the opportunities of an ever-changing financial landscape. In an environment shaped by new challenges as well as diverse opportunities, innovative and responsible investment solutions are created that have a lasting impact on markets and future perspectives. - With offices across Europe, the Americas, Asia Pacific and the Middle East, we combine global scale with local insight to serve clients wherever they operate. Providing strong innovative capabilities and deep expertise, DWS offers an environment where ideas can grow, new approaches can emerge and long-term transformation can be shaped. Working alongside our 4,900 professionals worldwide brings diverse perspectives and deep expertise, enabling demanding career paths and continuous development. - As an investor on behalf of its clients, DWS creates solutions that provide a solid foundation for long term financial security. At the same time, the company offers its employees room for professional growth, creative impulses and active participation in shaping the future. - A career at DWS means influencing tomorrow and investing in one’s own professional development. Internal Audit - The DWS Internal Audit team consists of more than 40 professionals located in New York, London, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Tokyo and other locations, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality audit results across all key activities of DWS worldwide. With close connectivity to the Executive Board, governance bodies and international regulators, the function directly contributes to the stability, transparency and ongoing development of a global leading asset manager. - The work combines a strong business and risk-oriented perspective with analytical depth, high independence and the use of modern methodologies, data analytics and increasingly AI-supported tools. Internal Audit identifies relevant control weaknesses across the entire control environment, compiles well founded risk assessments, executes risk and process-oriented audits and develops audit approaches that systematically evaluate the design and effectiveness of key controls. This results in insights that shape critical business decisions and significantly support the evolution of DWS. - As the “third line of defense” Internal Audit plays a central role by assessing topics independently and forward looking, strategically prioritizing risks and serving as a trusted partner to senior management and international supervisory authorities. Involvement in global audit engagements and special investigations creates a challenging, diverse and international working environment. Its global network enables close collaboration with experienced colleagues and specialists worldwide and offers the opportunity to actively help shape the future of DWS. What we’ll offer you As part of our flexible scheme, here are just some of the benefits that you’ll enjoy - Best in class leave policy - Gender neutral parental leaves - 100% reimbursement under childcare assistance benefit (gender neutral) - Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and education - Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members - Comprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependents - Accident and Term life Insurance - Complementary Health screening for 35 yrs. and above Your key responsibilities - Assesses the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control environment in accordance with the applicable Internal Audit Methodology and, under limited supervision, actively contributes to the execution of the audit plans assigned to the team in support of functional and business strategies. - Leads or participates in local and global audit engagements, including special investigations across all areas and locations of the DWS Group; independently prepares draft reports for DWS Internal Audit management and supports the tracking of audit findings as well as the validation of closure notifications. - Prepares risk assessments for the various areas within DWS and based on these, successfully conducts risk‑ and process‑oriented audits efficiently and within the defined time and resource budget, in line with the Internal Audit Methodology. - Supports dynamic, risk‑based audit planning through continuous monitoring of DWS business divisions and infrastructure functions, identifying and evaluating key risks, and developing effective tests to assess the design and operating effectiveness of key controls mitigating those risks. - Proactively develops and maintains consultative working relationships with the audit team, internal stakeholders, clients, and relevant infrastructure areas. - Communicates audit results effectively, both verbally and in writing, at all levels of the organization. - The primary place of work is Pune / India Your skills and experience - Several years of audit experience or equivalent professional experience at a reputable asset manager / financial services company or at an audit firm with a relevant focus. - Completed university degree in Business Administration, Economics or an MBA; CFA, CIA, FRM or other equivalent professional certifications are an advantage. - Strong knowledge of the value chain and processes of an investment management company, particularly in Operations, Settlement, Reporting, Transaction Processing, but also fundamental understanding of risk management practices and tools are desirable, such as credit risk management, market and liquidity risk management. - Strong understanding of traditional asset management products as well as alternative investment products. - Independent and proactive working style, supported by strong analytical and quantitative skills. - Strong organizational skills combined with several years of project management experience. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, combined with a confident professional presence at all organizational levels. - High willingness to learn, strong assertiveness and readiness to take on challenges. - Strong team orientation and the ability to work accurately and efficiently even in high‑pressure situations. 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 About us and our teams Please visit our company website for further information: https://www.db.com/company/company.html We at DWS are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, one that embraces dialogue and diverse views, and treats everyone fairly to drive a high-performance culture. The value we create for our clients and investors is based on our ability to bring together various perspectives from all over the world and from different backgrounds. It is our experience that teams perform better and deliver improved outcomes when they are able to incorporate a wide range of perspectives. We call this #ConnectingTheDots.