Internal Auditor

Deutsche Bank; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DWS Group in London is seeking a Principal Auditor to strengthen our internal audit function. You will evaluate the adequacy of the control environment, lead audits across the DWS Group, and deliver high-quality reports to management.

You will collaborate with global teams, apply risk-based testing, and help advance the assurance framework within a leading asset manager. This is a challenging, international role with opportunities to shape controls and processes.

Qualifications

• Audit experience or equivalent professional experience at an asset manager / financial services company or audit firm.
• University degree in Business Administration, Economics or MBA; CFA/CIA/FRM certifications are advantageous.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; knowledge of investment management products and risk management practices.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control environment under moderate supervision.
• Participate in local and global audit engagements, primarily in London/UK.
• Undertake multiple audit assignments and draft high-quality audit reports; track issues.
• Support risk-based audit planning with monitoring of divisions and controls.
• Develop consultative relationships with the audit team and stakeholders.
• Communicate audit results effectively at all levels of the organization.

Skills

Audit experience

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Investment management knowledge

Risk management

Internal audit experience

Education

Completed university degree in Business Administration, Economics or MBA

CFA

CIA

FRM

Tools

Internal Audit Methodology

Job description

Job Description:

Employer: DWS Group

Title: Principal Auditor

Location: London

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.

We're 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. That's 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, we'll give you the support and platform to develop new skills, make an impact and work alongside some of the industry's greatest thought leaders. This is your chance to achieve your goals and lead an extraordinary career.

This is your chance to invest in your future.

Team / division overview

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.

Role Details:

As a Principal Auditor you will (be):

• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control environment in accordance with the applicable Internal Audit Methodology under moderate supervision.


• Participates in local and global audit engagements across all areas and locations of the DWS Group - primarily in London / UK - and may be required to participate in ad hoc projects and Special Investigations.


• Undertakes multiple Audit assignments and provides front-to-back audit coverage, and drafts high-quality Audit reports for review by Audit management, facilitate issue tracking and validate the closure of Audit issues.


• Supports dynamic, risk based audit planning through participating in 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.


• 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 London / UK.

Occasional business travel will be required as part of this role.

We are looking for:

• 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.


• Robust knowledge of the value chain and processes of an investment management company, particularly in exchange traded funds, alternative investments, private credit, but also fundamental understanding of risk management practices and tools are desirable.


• Sound understanding of traditional asset management products as well as alternative investment products.


• Independent and proactive working style, supported by strong analytical and quantitative skills.

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