Principal Investigator

Job Description:

Principal Investigator (D)

Anti-Financial Crime (AFC) Investigations' mandate is to conduct internal investigations of matters related to misconduct affecting DB.

Joining AFC Investigations (AFCI) offers candidates a unique opportunity to work on high priority topics whilst developing a comprehensive understanding of Deutsche Bank's global and regional platform. This is a high visibility role.

We are looking to hire an experienced investigator based in Mumbai, India to assist with the regional portfolio. Due to the criticality of the investigation portfolio as well as the high visibility vis-à-vis senior management, candidates should exhibit the highest standards of professionalism and integrity paired with proven relevant experience, leading high-impact investigations.

Key responsibilities:
• Leads regional and/or global investigations, taking responsibility for the end-to-end process, e.g. scoping, the use of forensic tools for data collection and analysis, conducting professional interviews and developing high quality investigation reports.
• The ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently, to run multiple project assignments in a timely manner, without compromising on high quality delivery.
• Plans and effectively manages required resources for an investigation including effective cost management.
• Provides reports to stakeholders to reflect the circumstances and progress of the investigation, escalating issues in conjunction with the Regional Head where appropriate.
• Provides succinct briefings to key stakeholders on progress and outcomes of investigations and to collaborate with other functions to deliver concrete results.
• Understands risks associated with investigations and escalates them appropriately.
• Develops and maintain professional working relationships with key stakeholders, both internal (e.g. businesses, infrastructure functions) and external (e.g. law firms, consultants).
• Fosters the development and actively supports the usage of best practices in the investigation process.
• Assists the Regional Head with training requirements, pro-actively contributing to the development of AFC Investigations in the region.
• This is not an individual contributor role and direct support to Regional Head of AFCI APAC is expected as/when required.

Key skills & experience:
• Experienced in conducting internal investigations into fraud and misconduct. Minimum 15 years+ experience gathered in Forensic Accounting/Consulting firms (minimum Senior Manager level) or inhouse investigation teams (internal investigations).
• Educated to university degree level or above with Certified Fraud Examination (CFE) or other relevant professional qualification.
• Experience in leading high impact, cross-functional projects with senior management attention.
• Expert knowledge of forensic tools, investigation strategies and procedures. Prior experience of working across regions is desirable as is experience of working in a challenging, fast-paced, international environment.
• Very good understanding of the regulatory and control environment in the financial sector.
• Strong analytical skills, solution oriented with the ability to think independently and to provide challenge.
• Ability to plan and manage budgets and to priorities tasks to meet deadlines and expectations. Comfortable with travelling to different locations.
• Strong command of written and oral English is a necessity for this role.
• Strong team player with experience to work in diverse teams.
• Very good communication and presentation skills, able to explain complex structures and able to communicate with different stakeholders

Deutsche Bank offers a challenging and rewarding career where your contribution is valued and rewarded. We have an inclusive and friendly working environment coupled with excellent facilities and benefits.

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