Fund Administration Analyst
Company: Deutsche Bank
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 28, 2024
Job Description:
Job Description: Employer: DWS Group Title: Fund Administration
Analyst Location: Chicago, IL Job Code: #LI-SL1 #LI-02 About DWS:
Today, markets face a whole new set of pressures - but also a whole
lot of opportunity too. Opportunity to innovate differently.
Opportunity to invest responsibly. And opportunity to make change.
Join us at DWS, and you can be part of an industry-leading firm
with a global presence. You can lead ambitious opportunities and
shape the future of investing. You can support our clients, local
communities, and the environment. We're looking for creative
thinkers and innovators to join us as the world continues to
transform. As whole markets change, one thing remains clear; our
people always work together to capture the opportunities of
tomorrow. That's why we are 'Investors for a new now'. As investors
on behalf of our clients, it is our role to find investment
solutions. Ensuring the best possible foundation for our clients'
financial future. And in return, we'll give you the support and
platform to develop new skills, make an impact and work alongside
some of the industry's greatest thought leaders. This is your
chance to achieve your goals and lead an extraordinary career. This
is your chance to invest in your future. Read more about DWS and
who we are here. Team / Division Overview Transfer Agency services
for certain products are outsourced to several vendors and is
managed by the DWS Transfer Agency Business Management (TABM)
group. As a vendor liaison, your responsibilities in performing
oversight will ensure the vendors manage the business needs as
dictated by contractual arrangements, DWS Management, other DWS
business leaders, and regulations governing various investment
products. You will primarily focus on oversight of operational
activities of DWS mutual fund products serviced by a key vendor.
Role Details As an Analyst, you will be responsible for the
following (not a complete list):
- Monitor, track, and report on service delivery and performance
outlined in the vendor service agreement (service level
agreements), deliver results regularly to management and peers, and
communicate expectations to the vendor in order to ensure excellent
service to our shareholders
- Randomly sample transactions for quality each month. Address
any issues or concerns with TA vendor in the early stages to
correct situation and avoid any long-term challenges.
- Review weekly vendor performance reports identifying items in
need of escalation or input. Escalate any issues as necessary with
vendor and appropriate DWS management
- Lead effort to respond to requests made by legal, compliance,
internal/external auditors, regulators, and other entities tasked
with obtaining data and evidence of existing controls and that they
are properly designed and working effectively
- Assist with shepherding critical vendors through internal
third-party risk management process
- Participate in annual vendor due diligence meetings helping
coordinate all aspects of meeting to ensure all corporate
objectives are met
- Coordinate annual review and update of departmental processes
and procedures providing feedback, suggestions, and recommendations
for changes as necessary to ensure efficiencies and cost
preventative measures are implemented
- Develop strong working relationships with outsourced vendor and
internal contacts
- Perform periodic process reviews of department/functions at the
outsourced transfer agency with a focus on strengths, weaknesses,
opportunities, and threats.
- Facilitate system access and removal of access to outsourced
transfer agent.
- Perform other oversight functions as requested
- Promote efficiencies, cost savings, and service enhancements by
recommending necessary process improvements when applicable
- Assist in senior management and board reporting when necessary
Your Skills and Experience:
- Three to five years financial services experience
- Experience with Transfer Agency Operations is a plus
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Must be detail-oriented and have an analytical mindset
- Be able to manage multiple tasks/projects concurrently and
quickly adjust priorities to ensure all deadlines are met fully and
accurately
- Interact with managers, peers, vendors and other internal
clients in a tactful, constructive, cooperative and enthusiastic
manner
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic team player who is proactive
and ability to work independently as well as work with others in a
fast paced, dynamic, deadline driven environment.
- Execute tactically on a day-to-day basis
- Expertise with Microsoft Office applications What we'll offer
you: At DWS we're serious about diversity, equity and creating an
inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves sand 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 personalized 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:
- Competitive Salary and Matched 401K Savings Plan
- Generous Paid Time Away plus Bank Holidays
- Physical and Mental Health Well-Being benefits including (but
not limited to) Health & Life Insurance Plans and the support of
trained Mental Health First Aiders
- Family friendly benefits including generous parental leave
packages (supporting all variations of family set-ups), to
healthcare plans and travel insurance
- The opportunity to support our CSR strategy which is focused on
combatting climate change & achieving greater social justice. You
can make donations to our partnered organizations or take part in
corporate volunteering opportunities in your local communities by
providing on hand support. DWS' Hybrid Working model is designed to
find the right balance between in-person collaboration and
engagement in the office, which is core to our working culture, and
working from home. Each business group varies on the split between
time spent in the office and at home, but this 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 them 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. Privacy Statement The California Consumer
Privacy Act outlines how companies can use personal information.
Click here to view DWS' Privacy Notice. Our commitment to equal
employment opportunity 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. We are an Equal Opportunity
Employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. Click
these links to view the following notices: "EEO is the Law poster"
and supplement ; Employee Rights and Responsibilities under the
Family and Medical Leave Act ; Employee Polygraph Protection Act
and Pay Transparency Non-discrimination Provision . 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.
Visit Inside Deutsche Bank to discover more about the culture of
Deutsche Bank including Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Leadership,
Learning, Future of Work and more besides. We are an Equal
Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected
categories. Click these links to view the following notices: EEO is
the Law poster and supplement ; Employee Rights and
Responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act ; Employee
Polygraph Protection Act and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination
Provision .
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