Product Lifecycle Risk Manager, AVP

Deutsche Bank; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave policy—best in class

Gender neutral parental leaves

Childcare reimbursement

Sponsorship for certifications

Employee Assistance Program

Health insurance for you and dependets

Life insurance

Job summary

DWS Investment Risk in Mumbai, India seeks a Product Lifecycle Risk Manager to oversee risk governance across product lifecycles and enhance NPA processes. You will sign off on initiatives, identify material risks, and drive automation of governance workflows while collaborating with Legal, Compliance and Operations.

This role anchors risk governance in a complex financial services environment. You will be part of a team delivering independent oversight and partnering with global Product

Qualifications

• University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience in Asset Management, Product Governance, Risk Management or regulatory change.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with governance experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and further develop Product Risk processes, policies, controls and governance frameworks across the product lifecycle.
• Enhance the New Product Approval (NPA) framework with prioritisation of initiatives and dependency management.
• Perform independent 2LoD reviews of NPA submissions and support Risk Type Heads in assessing initiatives.
• Own and develop the NPA platform and related governance tooling with automation.
• Coordinate Product Governance activities across Business, Investment, Risk, Compliance, Legal, Operations.

Skills

Product governance

Risk management

Asset management

Regulatory change

Governance processes

Stakeholder management

Education

Business/Finance/Economics degree

Tools

Governance tooling

Process automation

Job description

Job Title: Product Lifecycle Risk Manager

Corporate Title: Assistant Vice President

Location: Mumbai, India

Role Description

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.

About DWS Investment Risk

The Chief Risk Office within DWS is an independent function responsible for protecting the business as well as being a trusted adviser and partner for supporting sustainable business growth.

As part of the Chief Risk Office, Investment Risk provides independent oversight and challenge of risks arising from DWS fiduciary activities, including the governance of investment products throughout their lifecycle.

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

• Manage and further develop Product Risk processes, policies, controls and governance frameworks across the product lifecycle, ensuring consistent, scalable and effective standards.
• Manage and continuously enhance the New Product Approval (NPA) framework, including transparent prioritisation of initiatives and effective management of dependencies across the product pipeline.
• Perform independent 2LoD reviews of NPA submissions and support the relevant Risk Type Heads in assessing and signing off product initiatives, including the identification, challenge and escalation of material risks and control gaps.
• Own and further develop the NPA platform and related governance tooling, driving system enhancements, process automation and scalable workflow solutions.
• Coordinate Product Governance activities across Business, Investment, Risk, Compliance, Legal, Operations and other control functions to ensure initiatives are complete, decision-ready and progressed effectively through the governance process.
• Support governance committees and contribute to global Product Lifecycle initiatives through management information, decision materials, governance records, regulatory implementation and process transformation.

Your skills and experience

• University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience, with at least five years of relevant experience in Asset Management, Product Governance, Product Management, Risk Management, Compliance, Operations, Regulatory Change or a related governance or control function.
• Strong understanding of investment products, asset management operating models, product lifecycle management and Product Governance frameworks within a regulated financial services environment.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements, with the ability to assess regulatory developments and translate their impact into appropriate governance processes, policies and controls.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proven ability to independently review and challenge complex product initiatives, identify material risks and control gaps, and formulate clear, practical recommendations.
• Experience managing or enhancing governance processes, workflows and control frameworks, including translating governance requirements into system enhancements and supporting tool implementation, testing, migration or automation initiatives.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder m