Job title: Business Management Specialist
Division: DWS COO
Location: London

DWS Group (DWS) is one of the world's leading asset managers with EUR 833bn of assets under management (as of 30 June 2022) building on more than 60 years of experience, it has a reputation for excellent in Germany, Europe, the Americas and Asia. DWS is recognised by clients globally as a trusted source for integrated investment solutions, stability and innovation across a full spectrum of investment disciplines

Chief Operating Office
The Chief Operating Office of the Investment Division is responsible for the organization and steering of operative activities. Examples are implementing strategic initiatives for the Investment Division (Active, Passive, Trading & Liquid Real Assets), change projects, supervision of operational processes and governance structures, human resources management, performing controls as well as budget management.

What we’ll offer you:

A healthy, engaged and well-supported workforce are better equipped to do their best work and, more importantly, enjoy their lives inside and outside the workplace. That’s why we are committed to providing an environment with your development and well-being at its centre.

You can expect:

• Competitive salary and non-contributory pension
• 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
• Life Assurance and Private Healthcare for you and your family
• A range of flexible benefits including Retail Discounts, a Bike4Work scheme and Gym benefits
• The opportunity to support a wide-ranging CSR programme + 2 days’ volunteering leave per year
• A flat structure with the ability to learn and develop at a fast pace

Key Responsibilities

• Project management and steering of projects as well as (change) initiatives
• Identification and implementation of process optimizations and innovations
• Performing and supervising Level1-business-controls
• Point of contact and escalation for portfolio management and trading regarding controls, processes, projects, initiatives, questions and issues in daily business
• Close collaboration with DWS senior management and all Investment Division-related businesses (e.g., Compliance, Audit, DCO, Operations) as well as the Product Division and the Client Coverage Division

Skills & Qualifications:

• Degree in Business Economics from an or a comparable degree
• Relevant professional experience in financial services or a comparable field
• Experiences in working on projects are beneficial
• Problem-solving skills and willingness to implement changes in daily business
• Strong communication skills as well as confident appearance combined with assertiveness (also in conflict situations)
• High degree of initiative, commitment, goal orientation and flexibility
• Analytical and conceptual skills

Diversity, inclusion and mutual respect are essential elements of who we are. These values define the working environment we strive to create – engaging, supportive and welcoming of different views. We believe innovation stems from intellectual curiosity alongside the right mix of skills and talents. Therefore, we embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds. The company promotes equality of opportunity and encourages the development of all employees to their full potential. We are open to agile working arrangements – talk to us about flexibility and other initiatives we offer.

We are an equal opportunities employer who seeks to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes color, nationality and national or ethnic origins), religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We aim to treat all employees in a fair and consistent manner, promote good working relationships to encourage high standards of conduct and performance within a work environment free from harassment, bullying and discrimination.

Please let us know if you require any adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements, or have any concerns about the application process, please contact your recruiter.

Our values define the working environment we strive to create – diverse, supportive and welcoming of different views. We embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential. Talk to us about flexible work arrangements and other initiatives we offer.
We promote good working relationships and encourage high standards of conduct and work performance. We welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, beliefs and generations and are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation.