Switzerland - Intern Programme - 00010306075

Purpose

We are looking for an intern in our DBS Business and Control team, within the COO Department.

Internship overview

During your internship, you will receive guidance and training in all technical aspects of our business and work alongside colleagues of the first line and second line of Defense, including investment managers, relationship managers, compliance and colleagues from other functions.

In our challenging and fast-paced environment, strong qualitative and numerical as well as creative problem-solving skills are key to deliver the best possible solutions for our clients.

In addition, you will need strong communication and presentation skills, a high level of motivation, a fascination for finance plus a collaborative approach to working.

Proficiency in Excel (specifically Pivot Table and use of formulas) is a prerequisite for the role.

Key areas

• Prepare Key Risk Indicators/MIS and other risk reportings to senior management. Part of the 1st Line of Defense team Non financial risk - for DBS Wealth management
• Centre of excellence for answering data related queries (including from regulators)
• Help to Design, document and support implementation of controls to strengthen and continuously improve the control environment
• Assess effectiveness of executed controls

Key Targets & Objectives of Role

• The team design, support and implement controls to strengthen and continuously improve the control environment.
• Coordination with other control functions (e.g. Compliance), in particular 2nd Line of Defense units, to implement control standards and relevant framework and processes.
• Educate Front Office on all non-financial risk matters
• Present to senior management control reviews

Required Profile

• Fluent in English, French is a plus
• IT highly literate and excellent working knowledge of MS Excel including management of Pivot table. Visual Basic a plus.
• Knowledge of Swiss Private Banking and corresponding regulatory requirements, as well as a good understanding of Banking processes, Internal Control System and risk management.
• Avaloq knowledge is a plus

Personal competencies and skills

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and ability to communicate at all levels across our organisation
• Ability to effectively manage conflicting demands and to work under high pressure situations / environment
• Control mind set, detail oriented and has a structured, analytical and methodical approach
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills and multi-cultural understanding
• Pro-active, problem solving and action driven
• Keen to learn about change e.g. regulatory driven and corresponding impacts to the financial services industry

How to apply?

We kindly ask you to upload your complete application file (CV, cover letter, university transcripts and reference letters, if applicable)

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.