Operations Specialist- Performance Measurement AVP

Employer:              DWS Group Title:                       Operations Specialist- Performance Measurement AVP Location:                Madrid Job Code:              placeholder for LinkedIn job wrapping 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 here. Team / division overview The COO Division is a key enabler for DWS and is integral to the future success of the company by delivering world-class services across a set of key functions. It covers essential Technology and Operations capabilities to deliver a platform which is efficient, scalable, resilient and agile. As part of the COO function, the Global Reporting & Performance Measurement department plays a central role in delivering high-quality performance measurement, attribution analysis and related insights across the full DWS Active, Passive and Alternatives business. The Performance Measurement team provides accurate, timely and controlled performance calculations and multi-level attribution across equity, fixed income and multi-asset portfolios. It works closely with Portfolio Management, Client Relationship Managers and other internal stakeholders to explain performance drivers, alpha generation, allocation and selection effects, and risk-adjusted returns. As part of this agenda, the successful candidate will actively contribute to the Smart Middle Office by applying automation, AI-enabled analytics, data-driven controls and intelligent workflow design to improve calculation quality, accelerate analysis, strengthen exception management and enhance transparency, while maintaining sound governance and auditability. Your responsibilities – As an Operations Specialist- Performance Measurement AVP, you will: Act as a subject matter expert and perform daily and monthly performance calculations and multi-level attribution, including Brinson, factor-based, equity and fixed income attribution. Calculate, analyse and deliver monthly performance attribution in coordination with Portfolio Management and other internal teams and stakeholders. Provide clear analysis of alpha generation, allocation and selection effects, factor contributions and risk-adjusted returns across equity, fixed income and multi-asset portfolios. Partner with Portfolio Managers and Client Relationship Managers to explain performance results, investigate material movements and resolve data or methodology-related questions. Drive enhancements in performance and attribution methodologies, ensuring consistent application across asset classes and alignment with industry standards. Ensure performance measurement processes and outputs comply with GIPS standards, internal policies and applicable requirements. Define and maintain procedures, operating processes, controls and documentation in line with functional and industry specifications, and continuously