Job Title
DWS Internal Audit Manager – Group Functions & APAC, AVP
Location
Pune, India
Corporate Title
AVP
Role Description
The DWS Internal Audit team comprises more than 40 professionals located in New York, London, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Tokyo and other locations. The team ensures timely delivery of high-quality audit results across all key activities of DWS worldwide, maintaining close connectivity to the Executive Board, governance bodies, and international regulators. The work combines a strong business and risk-oriented perspective with analytical depth, high independence, and the use of modern methodologies, data analytics, and AI‑supported tools. Internal Audit identifies control weaknesses across the entire control environment, compiles well‑founded risk assessments, executes risk and process‑oriented audits, and develops audit approaches to evaluate the design and effectiveness of key controls. As the third line of defense, Internal Audit plays a central role by assessing topics independently, forward‑looking, and strategically prioritizing risks. Its global network enables close collaboration with experienced colleagues and specialists worldwide and offers opportunities to shape the future of DWS.
What We’ll Offer You
- 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 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