Business Management Specialist, AS

Deutsche Bank; Karnataka; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best in class leave policy

Gender neutral parental leaves

Sponsorship for certifications

Job summary

Deutsche Bank AG in Bangalore, India is seeking a Business Management Specialist to join the Fixed Income Operations COO/Business Management function. You will drive strategy, financial performance, headcount governance, and cross‑functional initiatives across global operations.

The role requires 5–10 years in Investment Banking operations, with COO experience and strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate with business/commerce background; MBA preferred.
• 5–10 years in Investment Banking operations; COO experience ideal.
• PMP/Six Sigma certification is a plus; Excel advanced course desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and forecast financial performance and headcount; governance.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly reports; manage cost allocations and UC/UBR.
• Drive cost-saving projects; oversee hiring, training, and talent dev.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams (Operations, HR, IT, Risk).
• Manage Change Book of Work and regional space planning.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

COO experience

Stakeholder management

Project management

Education

Graduate in commerce or business management

Tools

Workday

DBBuyer

Data Core

Job description

Job Description:Job Title: Business Management SpecialistCorporate Title: AssociateLocation: Bangalore, IndiaRole DescriptionThe role is within the Fixed Income Operations COO / Business Management function and will be responsible for various aspects like strategy, financial performance, headcount management, governance across multiple business management streams and control.The job holder would be required to work with various operations teams globally to ensure all resources both human and technological, are managed effectively to ensure that all operational risks are mitigated and delivery of service operations to agreed budgetary targets. To plan and oversees the policies, rules, initiatives, and goals. The role demands to serve as a resource, mentor and coach for the members of the group on strategy, organizational design, development and execution of target operating model.Other responsibilities include cross -training, succession planning, preparation of management reports and contributing to departmental initiatives, and working with various departments to ensure timely and accurate processing of all activities on a daily basis within the given timelines.In this role the candidate is required to work closely with Operations, Finance, HR, Risk and Control, IT, Audit Support teams etc.What we’ll offer youAs part of our flexible scheme, here are just some of the benefits that you’ll enjoy,Best in class leave policy.Gender neutral parental leaves100% reimbursement under childcare assistance benefit (gender neutral)Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and educationEmployee Assistance Program for you and your family membersComprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependentsAccident and Term life InsuranceComplementary Health screening for 35 yrs. and aboveYour key responsibilitiesEstablish the plan, explain cost base, forecast the financial performanceUnderstand & gain expertise in key DB tools like workday, DBBuyer, financials – efeat, OK2A GGL, Data Core etc. to enable governance of Headcount and financialsPrepare, analyze and respond to monthly and quarterly financial, headcount and strategic reportingUnderstand the cost allocations from providers and explain to clients/businessDevelop and maintain a clean UBR structure along with finance and other team membersIdentify and run various cost saving projects to enable banks and functions targets.Help share best practices across teams and business to enable various teams achieve their long terms strategic goals.Negotiate and track plan transfers in alignment to our strategic objectivesManage Change Book of Work which enables the business and banks targets and its alignment to our target – attention to detailHelp maintain the Headcount census and be able to reconcile at various regional and product levelOversee the tracking and hiring of all open roles (growth and backfill)Ability to work with various internal teams to increase the accuracy of HC ForecastManage the regional/local requirements around space planning and other local considerationsHelp implement local or regional talent development initiativesSupport Promotion, recognition award, relocation, various exception and other people activitiesAssist with recruitment and Supervise development and training of the team memberCoordinate approvals for mandatory, justifiable travelEnsure compliance with all policies for the relevant region or domain (mandatory training, recertification’s, VRM, etc.)Maintain the Business Continuity and Crisis Response plans for the region or domainWork with the product, regional or global teams to establish target operating modelsManage or sponsor a portfolio of projects to achieve the business objectivesSupport Technology Enhancements – To work with the global team to identify, prepare business cases and assist in the prioritization of changes to the various technology platforms.Productivity/Process Improvement – Working with support groups in India as well as operations to understand the reason for exceptions at a granular level and to drive process improvement as well as a list of required technology enhancements.Your skills and experienceProficient in MS office with specific concentration on MS Excel & PowerPointSelf-MotivatedStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong analytical abilities and displays a high degree of control awareness, attention to detail and focuses on providing quality outputExperience in COO roleCapacity to build relationships with clients internally & externally and focus on client satisfactionThe ideal candidate should have experience working in COO role in an Investment Banking domainHigh-Level understanding of Investment BankingEducation / CertificationMinimum qualification required is graduate in commerce or business management.The Ideal candidate should have 5 to 10 years of Investment Banking operations experience of which at least 4 years of hands on experience in COO rolePMP/Six Sigma certification will be an added advantageUnderstanding of financials any financial courseCourse/Certification in ExcelProven ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, optimise workflows to solve business problems, while applying critical judgment to ensure responsible and ethical use of data and AI outputs.How we’ll support youTraining 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 teamsPlease visit our company website for further information:https://www.db.com/company/company.htmlWe strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.