Job Title: DWS- TPG Securities, Associate
Location: Bangalore, India
Role Description
Who are we:
- DWS is a Global Asset Manager providing a range of traditional and alternative investment capabilities. Building on more than 60 years of experience, we have a reputation for excellence in Germany, Europe, Americas & Asia.
- DWS is recognized by clients globally as a trusted source for integrated investment solutions, stability, and innovation across a full spectrum of investment disciplines.
Overview of role:
- Transaction Processing Group provides the Operational Support for the Investments made by DWS on behalf of clients. We support clients across the globe investing in global markets. Products supported include Equities, Fixed Income, FX, Futures & Options, OTC etc.
- Responsible for leading the day-day Operations and supports the requirements of Clients, Portfolio Managers & Trading desk. Ensure timely and accurate confirmation and settlement of trades. Be an effective people Manager maintaining a high-performance culture.
Role Expectation
- The Associate will be responsible for the supervision and oversight of TPG Securities team (both Bangalore and Pune location) supporting core US hours, ensuring a smooth and seamless functioning of day-to-day business deliverables.
- Potential candidate should have a sound understanding and knowledge of Security Trade Lifecycle and of the Securities Market specification for Equities & Fixed Income products. Other products such as Derivatives, OTC, Asset Backed Security (ABS), Mortgage-Backed Security (MBS), CSDR etc. will be an added advantage.
- Potential candidate is expected to manage the end-to-end workflow of the TPG Securities process. The candidate is expected to co-ordinate with brokers, custodians, market agents, Trading & Portfolio Management team.
- Potential candidate will be expected to provide an expert opinion on the settlements of security trade from time-to-time when onboarding new clients or entering new markets.
- Ability to work with multiple stakeholders.
- Strong understanding and knowledge of Risk & Control.
- Potential candidate should be able to lead/run efficiency projects. Experience in implementing/running regulatory projects is an added advantage
- Potential candidate is expected to manage a team of 8-10 members. Hence, should be a seasoned People Manager and have provided direct Employee Performance Review feedback, appraisal and ratings for at least 3 consecutive years mandatorily.
- Should be able to motivate and groom people within the division.
- Is responsible for Risk Indicators, controls and SLA (Service level agreements) / KPI (Key performance indicator).
- Must ensure an effective communication between functional teams on issue resolution, knowledge sharing and good practice.
- Must proactively identifies, escalates and takes steps to substantially mitigate risk issues.
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 child care assistance benefit (gender neutral)
- Flexible working arrangements
- 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
- Effective communication.
- People Management. Motivate, lead and groom people through constructive & candid feedback and mentoring.
- Employee Performance Review Appraisal.
- Co-ordination with broker, Custodian, Trading & Portfolio managers.
- Work with multiple stakeholders within the DWS group as the shortlisted candidate for the role will have complete functional responsibility and ownership of the product.
- Shortlisted candidate is expected to run efficiency projects to improve the overall service delivery and keep the business competitive.
Your skills and experience
- In depth and sound knowledge of the Securities Trade Life-cycle.
- Securities trade end to end workflow.
- Knowledge on different markets (US, EMEA, APAC etc.)
- Working knowledge on corporate actions, F&O, OTC is an added advantage.
- Project Management Skills.
- Knowledge on different security types and its working.
- Communication fluency – read & write.
- Seasoned People Manager and have taken Performance Review Appraisal. Minimum 2-3 consecutive years in the role.
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.
Skills Required
- Sound understanding of the Securities Trade Lifecycle and market specifications for Equities and Fixed Income products
- Knowledge of Derivatives (F&O), OTC, Asset Backed Securities (ABS), Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS), CSDR
- Manage end-to-end workflow of TPG Securities process and coordinate with brokers, custodians, market agents, Trading and Portfolio Management teams
- Proven people management experience, managing a team of ~8-10 and providing direct employee performance review feedback, appraisals and ratings for at least 3 consecutive years
- Strong understanding of Risk and Control, including ownership of risk indicators, controls, SLAs and KPIs
- Project management skills and experience running efficiency projects to improve service delivery
- Experience implementing or running regulatory projects
- Effective communication skills (read and write) and ability to work with multiple stakeholders
- Working knowledge of different markets (US, EMEA, APAC) and various security types
What We Do
DWS Group (DWS) with EUR 933bn of assets under management (as of 30 June 2024) aspires to be one of the world's leading asset managers. Building on more than 60 years of experience, it has a reputation for excellence in Germany, Europe, the Americas and Asia. DWS is 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 liquid and illiquid asset classes as well as 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, giving strategic guidance to our investment approach. DWS wants to innovate and shape the future of investing. We understand that, both as a corporate as well as a trusted advisor to our clients, we have a crucial role in helping to navigate the transition to a more sustainable future. With approximately 4,500 employees in offices all over the world, we are local while being one global team. We are committed to acting on behalf of our clients and investing with their best interests at heart so that they can reach their financial goals, no matter what the future holds. With our entrepreneurial, collaborative spirit, we work every day to deliver outstanding investment results, in both good and challenging times to build the best foundation for our clients’ financial future.
