Job Description:
Job Title: Client Due Diligence Analyst
Location: Pune, India
Role Description
DWS Group (DWS) is one of the world's leading asset managers assets under management (as of 31 December 2025). Building on more than 60 years of experience, it has a reputation for excellence in Germany, Europe, the Americas and Asia. DWS is recognized by clients globally as a trusted source for integrated investment solutions, stability and innovation across a full spectrum of investment disciplines.
We offer individuals and institutions access to our strong investment capabilities across all major asset classes and solutions aligned to growth trends. Our diverse expertise in Active, Passive and Alternatives asset management – as well as our deep environmental, social and governance focus – complement each other when creating targeted solutions for our clients. Our expertise and on-the-ground-knowledge of our economists, research analysts and investment professionals are brought together in one consistent global CIO View, which guides our investment approach strategically.
DWS wants to innovate and shape the future of investing: with approximately 4700 employees in offices all over the world, we are local while being one global team. We are investors – entrusted to build the best foundation for our clients’ future.
In accordance with Anti-Money Laundering Requirements, Banks are obliged to perform Know-your-client (“KYC”) reviews on all new and existing clients. These checks and reviews are made in strict accordance with regulatory standards and jurisdictions and the bank’s internal policies..
The KYC Analyst assists the bank’s clients, managing all KYC and account opening requirements with appropriate governance and controls. They operate in an environment of strict adherence to Standard Operating procedures (‘SOP’s) and Operation Level Agreements (OLA’s) to achieve accurate and timely account opening of retail clients.
The project involves verification of the Client data, performing due diligence checks on the Clients, reviewing KYC documentation, performing the risk assessment of the Client, liaising with the Business/Compliance, advising on KYC requirements and signing off on new client adoptions.
What we’ll offer you
As part of our flexible scheme, here are just some of the benefits that you’ll enjoy
Best in class leave policy
Gender neutral parental leaves
100% reimbursement under childcare assistance benefit (gender neutral)
Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and education
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members
Comprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependents
Accident and Term life Insurance
Complementary Health screening for 35 yrs. and above
Your key responsibilities
Responsible for verification of Client data
Perform due diligence of new and existing clients covering a wide range of different client types including; Listed and Regulated, small/medium/ large private and public companies as well as more complex structures such as; SPVs, Co-operatives, Foundations and Funds, Governments, Joint Ventures, etc.
Verifying KYC documentation of the Clients to be adopted/reviewed
Perform the risk assessment of the Client to be adopted/reviewed
Signing off on new client adoptions and regular reviews
Manage New Client Adoption or Periodic Review stream, to ensure that all requests are approved in accordance with regulatory requirements and the bank’s internal policies
Manage exception ensuring that all SLA’s defined with the Business on timeliness and quality are adhered
Outreach to business for any documentation inconsistencies/gaps
Reporting issues/progress in time efficient manner
Escalations and liaison with relevant second line functions
Preparing timely reports and MIS for various stakeholders.
Your skills and experience
Graduate (preferably Commerce/Business management) with minimum 1-3 years of relevant operations experience
Financial services/banking experience, including…