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About the Role

Support the finance and operational oversight of strategic multi-asset alternative investment solutions, including new fund launches and ongoing fund controllership for complex products with cross-border stakeholders. The role will have a particular focus on ensuring robust governance, service-provider oversight, financial reporting, investor reporting, liquidity management and control execution across the DWS Alternatives platform.

Responsibilities

Support the financial and operational oversight of alternative investment funds across multiple asset classes and jurisdictions.
Act as a key liaison between investment teams, fund administrators, auditors, tax advisers, depositaries and other external service providers.
Own the delivery and oversight of fund accounting, financial reporting, investor reporting and regulatory reporting obligations for assigned products.
Review and challenge key fund deliverables, including NAV calculations, management and performance fee calculations, investor allocations, valuations and other deliverables prepared by external service providers.
Coordinate annual audits, tax reporting and regulatory submissions, ensuring timely completion and resolution of matters arising.
Monitor and oversee fund liquidity, investor capital activity and treasury operations to support effective fund operations.
Ensure compliance with fund documentation, investor requirements, internal policies and applicable regulatory obligations.
Support fund launches, restructurings, investment onboarding, in-specie asset transfers and other strategic product initiatives.
Drive process enhancements, control improvements and operating model initiatives across finance and operations activities.
Provide guidance and oversight to team members and delegated service providers to ensure delivery of accurate and timely outputs.

Requirements

Strong understanding of alternative investment fund structures across Private Equity, Private Credit, Infrastructure, Real Estate and other private market asset classes.
Knowledge of fund accounting, financial reporting, valuation concepts and investor servicing requirements.
Experience operating or overseeing complex alternative fund structures, including Luxembourg funds, SPVs, holding structures, fund-of-funds, direct/co-investment exposures or hybrid liquid and private market investment products.
Practical experience reviewing NAVs, capital accounts, investor allocations, fee waterfalls, management/performance fee calculations and fund expense budgets.
Experience overseeing fund administrators, transfer agents, depositaries, auditors, tax advisers and legal counsel, including deliverable tracking, issue resolution and KPI/SLA oversight.
Strong understanding of fund launch readiness, transition from project phase to BAU operating model.
Understanding of relevant regulatory frameworks including AIFMD, FATCA, CRS and other applicable reporting obligations.
Strong control mindset, including experience with payment controls, governance documentation, audit evidence, issue escalation and process improvement.
Strong stakeholder management, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to operate effectively across multiple teams and jurisdictions.
Ability to operate independently, translate complex fund structures into clear action plans, and coordinate across investment, risk, compliance, operations and external service providers.
Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CPA) with at least 5 years PQE.
Strong fund controllership experience within alternatives, multi-asset, private markets, fund-of-funds or complex regulated fund structures.
Experience within the Alternative Investment Fund industry.
Understanding of Alternative products, tax, legal and regulatory environment.
Strong Excel, financial modelling and analytical review skills, with the ability to challenge outputs.
Experience with fund launches, administrator onboarding, operating model design or strategic product initiatives would be advantageous.
Proven ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, optimise workflows to solve business problems, while applying critical judgment to ensure responsible and ethical use of data and AI outputs.

Skills

Excel
Financial modelling
Analytical review
Stakeholder management
Communication
Organisational skills

Location

London

Work Type

Hybrid Working

Experience Level

Assistant Vice President
5 years PQE

Education Level

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CPA)

Benefits

30 days’ holiday + bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
A non-contributory pension scheme, up to 10%
Physical and Mental Health Well-Being benefits including Private Medical Cover, a complimentary GP service and the support of Mental Health First Aiders
Family friendly benefits including generous parental leave packages, healthcare plans and travel insurance
The opportunity to support our CSR strategy which is focused on combatting climate change and achieving greater social justice.
Donations to partner organisations or corporate volunteering opportunities

About the Company

DWS Group is an industry-leading firm with a global presence, focused on finding investment solutions and ensuring the best possible foundation for clients' financial future.
The company is committed to innovation, responsible investing, and making a positive impact on clients, local communities, and the environment.
DWS operates under the philosophy 'Investors for a new now', emphasizing collaboration and capturing future opportunities.

Equal Opportunity

DWS is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, embracing dialogue and diverse views, and treating everyone fairly to drive a high-performance culture.
The company believes that diverse perspectives lead to better team performance and improved outcomes.
Adjustments to the interview process can be made for candidates requiring assistance due to disability or long-term health conditions.