2027 DWS P.A.C.E. Graduate Program - Chief Finance Office - New York

DWS; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

DWS invites top graduates to join the 2-year P.A.C.E. Graduate Program, beginning in Frankfurt with onboarding, then rotating through Finance and Risk divisions in NY/US. You will apply financial theory, analyze data, and collaborate across global teams to shape asset management decisions.

The program emphasizes hands-on learning, mentorship, and development of technical and leadership skills, including AI-enabled tools, Excel, Python, and SQL, while fostering a global network within DWS.

Qualifikationen

• Proactive, Agile, Curious and Entrepreneurial Graduates.
• Must have graduated or be on track to graduate from a bachelor's or master's degree in either 2026 or 2027.
• Must possess less than 12 months of full-time, relevant work experience (excluding internships).
• Must be available to start full-time work on the 6th September 2027.
• Strong motivation to build a career across Finance, Capital and Liquidity Management, and Risk Management.
• A team player with a curious mind.
• Foundational knowledge of finance and accounting principles, financial instruments and markets, capital and liquidity management, and risk management concepts.
• A strong interest in analyzing financial and risk data, developing and using models, applying quantitative methods, and communicating insights clearly to stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, macros, data analysis, automation, Power Query and other advanced Excel capabilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, with an interest in using AI-enabled or automation tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, and Power Automate to support research, analysis, reporting, and process improvement while applying appropriate review, data protection, and governance standards.
• Programming or data-analysis skills in R, SQL, and/or Python, with the ability to use technology and AI-enabled tools to improve data quality, analytical efficiency, and reporting processes.

Aufgaben

• As CFO P.A.C.E. Graduate you will undertake rotations in both Risk and Finance.
• Responsibilities might include, but are not limited to the following: Gain a deep insight into how the Corporate and Risk Functions support and enable the success of the firm.
• Learn about adoption of financial theory at an asset manager.
• Apply statistical methods to measure risk.
• Monitor, analyze, and report data on firm’s financials and portfolios’ investment risks.
• Support the development of solutions to measure, analyze, and report financials and risks.
• Be part of the Global P.A.C.E. community and collaborate across departments.
• Challenge the norm and contribute your own ideas and improvement suggestions.
• Solve challenges together with your team.
• Be empowered with accountability for your actions.

Kenntnisse

Advanced Excel

Python/SQL

Data analysis

Finance concepts

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master’s degree

Tools

Power Query

Microsoft Copilot

Power Automate

Google Gemini

Jobbeschreibung

Salary

The salary range for this position is $100,000 prorated. Posted salary ranges do not include incentive compensation or any other type of remuneration.

About DWS

At DWS we're capturing the opportunities of tomorrow. Join our leading global asset management firm and make an impact on individuals, communities and the world. Whether collaborating to discover innovative solutions, exploring your curiosity or developing new skills - at DWS, we support you in achieving your goals. Invest in your future!

About the DWS P.A.C.E. Graduate Program

Our 2-year P.A.C.E. Graduate Program begins with an intensive onsite onboarding program with all global P.A.C.E. participants in Frankfurt, Germany. After completion, you will then join your assigned division and complete four six-month rotations there. Throughout the program you will have the opportunity to implement your technical training in a practical setting with expert guidance and to grow your network within DWS.

As a P.A.C.E. participant you will:

• Work with diverse teams across departments and countries to support and enable the success of DWS
• Share your ideas, think creatively and help shape the world of asset management
• Take ownership, make decisions and grow through hands-on learning
• Become an integral part of the global P.A.C.E. community and DWS network

About the CFO Division

Finance provides timely, accurate, relevant, and independent financial information and analysis to meet internal and external reporting requirements, drives resource allocation, challenges and enables business decisions and safeguards the financial position of the firm. Our work helps maximize the sustainable performance of the firm across its divisions. With our diverse teams we offer a broad portfolio of capabilities: the coverage of our internal and external stakeholders is delivered by aligned teams (Group Finance), supported by specialized functions (Treasury, FP&A, Chief Accounting Office) as well as change enablers (Finance Change). Additionally, business and infrastructure aligned stakeholder functions drive the financial performance of the various areas of the firm. Together, we oversee all financial details for DWS globally.

DWS Risk is responsible for independent oversight of DWS client and business risks. As a trusted adviser and partner, DWS Risk executes a fundamental role to ensuring client objectives are met while supporting sustainable business growth. Within DWS Risk, the Investment Risk team oversees DWS client portfolio risks. In this role, you will assist in the design and execution of risk management programs to identify, measure, control, and manage market, liquidity, sustainability, and counterparty risk of DWS client portfolios. This includes the regular monitoring, analysis, and reporting of risk to portfolio management and internal and external oversight bodies.

As a CFO P.A.C.E. Graduate you will:

Undertake rotations in both Risk and Finance. Responsibilities might include, but are not limited to the following:

• Gain a deep insight into how the Corporate and Risk Functions support and enable the success of the firm.
• Learn about adoption of financial theory at an asset manager.
• Apply statistical methods to measure risk.
• Monitor, analyze, and report data on firm’s financials and portfolios’ investment risks.
• Support the development of solutions to measure, analyze, and report financials and risks.
• Be part of the Global P.A.C.E. community.
• Collaborate with a wide range of colleagues across different departments.
• Challenge the norm and contribute your own ideas and improvement suggestions.
• Solve challenges together with your team.
• Be empowered with accountability for your actions.
• Be part of the Global P.A.C.E. community.

What we are looking for:

• Proactive, Agile, Curious and Entrepreneurial Graduates
• Must have graduated or be on track to graduate from a bachelor's or master's degree in either 2026 or 2027.
• Must possess less than 12 months of full-time, relevant work experience (excluding internships).
• Must be available to start full-time work on the 6th September 2027.
• Strong motivation to build a career across Finance, Capital and Liquidity Management, and Risk Management.
• A team player with a curious mind.
• Foundational knowledge of finance and accounting principles, financial instruments and markets, capital and liquidity management, and risk management concepts.
• A strong interest in analyzing financial and risk data, developing and using models, applying quantitative methods, and communicating insights clearly to stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, macros, data analysis, automation, Power Query and other advanced Excel capabilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, with an interest in using AI-enabled or automation tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, and Power Automate to support research, analysis, reporting, and process improvement while applying appropriate review, data protection, and governance standards.
• Programming or data-analysis skills in R, SQL, and/or Python, with the ability to use technology and AI-enabled tools to improve data quality, analytical efficiency, and reporting processes.

AI & Future Skills

The future of asset management will be shaped by people who can combine curiosity, critical thinking and technology.

At DWS, interns and graduates are encouraged to explore how emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, can support research, analysis, productivity and innovation.

Through our learning ecosystem, you'll develop the skills needed to work effectively in a rapidly evolving industry while understanding the importance of responsible and ethical use of technology.

We welcome candidates from all degree disciplines who demonstrate:

• Curiosity and a willingness to learn
• Critical thinking and sound judgement
• Strong collaboration skills
• An enthusiasm to using technology and AI-enabled tools to improve outcomes

Our Application Process

• Online application
• Video interview
• Online tests
• Assessment Center