Business Control Officer Control Governance, AVP

Job Title: Business Control Officer Control Governance, AVP

Corporate Title: Assistant Vice President

Location: Pune, India

Role Description

About DWS Group

• DWS Group (DWS) is one of the world's leading asset managers with EUR 1,010 bn of assets under management (as of 31 March 2025).  Building on more than 60 years of experience and a reputation for excellence in Germany and across Europe, DWS has come to be recognized by clients globally as a trusted source for integrated investment solutions, stability, and innovation across a full spectrum of investment disciplines.
• We offer individuals and institutions access to our strong investment capabilities across all major asset classes and solutions aligned to growth trends. Our diverse expertise in Active, Passive and Alternatives asset management –as well as our deep environmental, social and governance focus –complement each other when creating targeted solutions for our clients. Our expertise and on-the-ground-knowledge of our economists, research analysts and investment professionals are brought together in one consistent global CIO View, which guides our investment approach strategically.
• DWS wants to innovate and shape the future of investing: with approximately 3,500 employees in offices all over the world, we are local while being one global team. We are investors –entrusted to build the best foundation for our clients’ future.

What we’ll offer you

As part of our flexible scheme, here are just some of the benefits that you’ll enjoy

• 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

This specific role is to act as Business Control Officer with responsibility for governing and enhancing the DWS Control Inventory. This role will support India DCO office with activities as outlined below:

• Support in governing the DWS Control Inventory, including identifying, analysing and reporting data quality issues or gaps in documentation
• Support in migrating control inventory to strategic technology platform
• Monitor and understand Changes made across DB group Control Inventory, to reflect where relevant into DWS Control Inventory
• Support execution of monthly controls governance forum
• Assess end to end business processes to identify significant gaps and determine issue root causes.
• Apply critical thinking skills to substantive testing techniques to thoroughly evaluate the effectiveness of high-risk business processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to support control design and effectiveness.

Your skills and experience

• Bachelor's degree in information security or related field required, with a preference towards master's degree.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse complex issues, develop and implement risk mitigation strategies, and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Proficient knowledge of risk management frameworks, regulations, and industry best practices
• Strong experience in Risk & Control Management domain
• Experience and proficiency in managing voluminous spreadsheets, power query and associated technical skills
• At least 5 years’ experience in banking or asset management
• Knowledge of Risk & Control management workflow suites or related tools/platforms, specific experience in this regard will be preferential
• Knowledge of Control Metrics & Assessment/Assurance Methodologies, specific experience in this regard will be preferential
• Should possess strong communication skills (written/ spoken)
• Should be skilled to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical and strategic mindset along with the ability to collaborate with different stakeholders including top management representatives.

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

About us and our teams

Please visit our company website for further information:

https://www.db.com/company/company.htm

We at DWS are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, one that embraces dialogue and diverse views, and treats everyone fairly to drive a high-performance culture. The value we create for our clients and investors is based on our ability to bring together various perspectives from all over the world and from different backgrounds. It is our experience that teams perform better and deliver improved outcomes when they are able to incorporate a wide range of perspectives. We call this #ConnectingTheDots.