Job Title: Senior Risk Manager, Digital Assets

If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.Location: London

Overview:This role has responsibility for independent risk management oversight for a specific risk type (e.g. Credit, Market, Liquidity, Operational) and embedding the Group's Risk Management Framework for that risk type within the Business Divisions and Infrastructure functions. They contribute to the setting of risk appetite for given risk type, and monitor against it. They also independently assess risks for complex or significant transactions or other drivers / key controls, and provide challenge and advisory at a senior level. Role responsibilities also include reviewing the effectiveness of current frameworks and methodologies as these are used and collaborates with others to improve and develop these.

The DWS Digital Asset Operational Risk Management program comprises a Risk Type Controller team within the Global Risk Management portfolio and is designed to assist all DWS businesses and infrastructure units to identify, assess, mitigate, and track risks associated with DWS's digital asset portfolio managed by internal and external service providers. It is expected that the Digital Asset NFRM specialist will work closely and in connection with a Digital Asset Financial Risk specialist who (among other responsibilities) will be charged with establishing the framework for the assessment of digital asset counterparty (financial) risks, as well as the broader DWS NFRM team including TPRM (who are responsible for the framework for the assessment of all third party related risk, including digital asset service providers), Information Security and the Digital Strategy, Products & Solutions (DSPS) team.

The new Digital Asset NFR role will focus on operational risk topics associated with the aforementioned initiatives.

Your key responsibilities:

Owner of the Digital Asset Operational Risk Management programEnsure proper risk assessment methodology is being applied to digital asset related service providers (e.g., external trading platforms/custodians/crypto registrars)Proper monitoring and reporting on the operational risks associated with digital assets (including cybersecurity)Become a key global digital asset expert and develop strong working relationships with stakeholders across the control functions and divisionsEstablish DWS Group risk management minimum standards for the development and implementation of digital asset related products and solutions (incl. fund tokenization, stablecoins and cryptocurrencies)Help enforce alignment to necessary regulatory obligations for digital assetsCollaborate with the first line of defense to help communicate and mature the digital assets program within the firmReporting, Committee, and Regulatory RepresentativeRepresent the NFRM global agenda in local, regional internal governance councils/operating forums as requiredAct as the representative for any formal regulatory response or presentations as requiredLead continuous improvement of digital asset risk reportingEscalate key concerns and developments in the digital asset space at risk forumsYour skills and experience:

10+ years of experience in Operational Risk and digital assets in the finance industryExperience with and understanding of unique operational risk concerns related to blockchain technology and digital assets (incl. fund tokenization, stablecoins and cryptocurrencies)Proven ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external resourcesExperience with system development and testingBachelor's degreeExperience with risk management tools desired but not requiredIndustry certification desired but not requiredAct as a project manager or lead involving system roll outPast experience managing staff and resourcesHow we'll support you:

Training and development to help you excel in your careerFlexible working to assist you balance your personal prioritiesCoaching and support from experts in your teamEqual Opportunity Employer:DWS is an equal opportunity employer who seeks to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital/civil partnership status, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation or disability. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements, or have any concerns about the application process, please contact your recruiter.#J-18808-Ljbffr