Description
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Employer: DWS Group
Title: AML/ KYC, Client Due Diligence Analyst, Alternative Investments (Analyst)
Location: Luxembourg
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.
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
Team / division overview
This permanent position supports DWS’s Alternatives platform in the effective execution of AML/KYC controls. The role reports to the Senior Team Manager Client Due Diligence Transactional and contributes to ensuring a transparent and well‑controlled investment process across Alternative and Illiquid strategies:
Your responsibilities:
As our KYC Analyst, you will:
1. Perform AML/KYC due diligence on transactions across the Alternatives and Illiquid Investment platform (Real Estate, Infrastructure, Direct Lending, Private Equity).
2. Contribute to the improvement of due‑diligence processes, documentation practices and supporting systems, ensuring clarity and traceability of new and ongoing transactions.
3. Assist in the implementation of regulatory changes and participate in cross‑functional project activities.
4. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, business partners and second‑line control functions, ensuring clear and timely communication of relevant issues.
We are looking for:
5. Experience in AML/KYC, Compliance or Financial Crime functions within financial services; prior exposure to Asset Management or Alternatives is preferred.
6. Good understanding of investment transaction processes; knowledge of Alternative or Illiquid investments is an advantage.
7. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; German language proficiency is considered an advantage.
8. Ability to work independently and reliably, with a structured approach to prioritizing tasks.
9. Team‑oriented mindset and willingness to collaborate across different departments.
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 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.
We at DWS are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, one that embraces dialogue and diverse views, and treats everyone fairly to drive a high-performance culture. The value we create for our clients and investors is based on our ability to bring together various perspectives from all over the world and from different backgrounds. It is our experience that teams perform better and deliver improved outcomes when they are able to incorporate a wide range of perspectives. We call this #ConnectingTheDots.