Risk specialist Jobs in Frankfurt

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About DWS

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Team / division overview

The Risk platform is the independent risk oversight function of DWS. Model Risk is part of the Risk function and is designed to provide governance and control to manage a variety of models used in the Firm and associated risks. The Model Risk team works as a global organization with team members in New York, London and Frankfurt with a focus around validating, testing and overseeing the usage of models related to Corporate Risk (liquidity / economic capital) and Investment Risk for Liquid and Illiquid investment strategies.

Role Details

As a Risk Manager, you will be :

• Conducting model validations on the DWS models, both in-house and vendor models, based on regulatory guidance, internal policy and procedures and best industry practice and communicate findings and recommendations to model owners and prepare the model validation reports
• Working closely with Investment teams on topics including model assumptions and limitations to ensure models remain fit for purpose
• Carry out independent model reviews on complex topics in accordance with business needs and regulatory requirements
• Review ongoing model monitoring reports, identify potential model risk and document the findings to key stakeholders while evaluating the corrective actions
• Assist in building benchmark models used across the model validation team, design backtesting or other methodologies to test the conceptual soundness of model assumptions

We are looking for

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Team- / Abteilungsübersicht

Die Risikoplattform ist die unabhängige Risikoüberwachungsfunktion der DWS. Model Risk ist Teil der Risikofunktion und ist für Governance und Kontrolle einer Vielzahl von im Unternehmen verwendeten Modellen und der damit verbundenen Risiken zuständig. Das Model Risk Team arbeitet als globale Organisation mit Teammitgliedern in New York, London und Frankfurt. Der Schwerpunkt liegt auf der Validierung, Prüfung und Überwachung der Verwendung von Modellen im Zusammenhang mit Unternehmensrisiken (Liquidität / Ökonomisches Kapital) und Investitionsrisiken für liquide und illiquide Investmentstrategien.

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What we’ll offer you :

Without the ambitions of our people, our achievements wouldn’t be possible. And it’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work - feeling healthy, happy and rewarded. At DWS, you’ll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalised plan unique to your lifestyle. Whether you’re interested in healthcare, company perks or are thinking about your retirement plan, there’s something for everyone.

Some of our core benefits :

DWS’ current Hybrid Working model is designed to find the balance between in-person collaboration & engagement in the office, which is core to our working culture, whilst still remaining focused on supporting our employees with flexibility. We are committed to support flexible and hybrid working agreements across the globe. Depending on the location or role you are applying for, the split between working in the office and at home will be discussed and made clear as part of your application and interview process.

We will continue to review and evolve our working environments and methods to ensure that we are working in the best way possible for our people.

If you require any adjustments or changes to be made to the interview process for any reason including, or related to a disability or long-term health condition, then please contact your recruiter and let us know what assistance you may need. Examples of adjustments include providing a change to the format of the interview or providing assistance when at the DWS office. This will not affect your application and your recruitment team will discuss options with you.

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We promote good working relationships and encourage high standards of conduct and work performance.