DWS - Legal Analyst (m/f/d)

Position Overview

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. That’s why we are ‘Investors for a new now’.

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.

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Team / division overview

The DWS legal team is looking to recruit a legal analyst in Berlin whose primary focus will be to provide legal support in connection with the firm’s “Passive” range of products under the well-known “ Xtrackers ” brand.

The successful candidate may at times be afforded the opportunity to expand their skills to assist in other areas or projects to support the broader DWS business.

The legal team is a friendly, collegiate and dynamic team. We are looking for a team-player who enjoys working with lawyers and non-lawyers alike. An ability to build relationships with business colleagues and quickly win their confidence is of paramount importance. The successful candidate will need to be able to manage matters autonomously (under the supervision and direction of senior colleagues). The position also offers the opportunity to work with DWS Legal and business colleagues in multiple jurisdictions , including the US, APAC, Germany and Luxembourg.

Role Details

As a Legal Analyst (m/f/d) you will (be) :

• Working with external counsel and DWS lawyers in other jurisdictions to provide advice in relation to the legal structuring and documentation relating to:

• the creation, restructuring and maintenance of UCITS funds domiciled in Ireland and Luxembourg;

• the creation, restructuring and maintenance of ETCs relating to precious metals, carbon certificates, and crypto currencies; and

• institutional portfolio management mandates entered into by DWS UK.

• Providing support on areas of regulatory change and large strategic projects, with support of senior lawyers.

• Assist in relation to the updating of offering documentation such as prospectuses, key information documents, and service provider agreements;

• Effectively working as part of a team, managing and actively developing more junior members.

We are looking for

• Legal degree, or equivalent. Legal qualification desirable

• Experience in asset management and of fund legislation and set-up, in particular UCITS funds

• Experience of working in a dynamic international environment and an ability to relate to different business perspectives and approaches to arising issues

• Good organisational and project management skills

• A practical approach to problem solving

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; and

• Good commercial sense

• Fluent in English, additional language skills would be an advantage

Posting period: 29.07.2025 until further notice

What we’ll offer you:

Without the ambitions of our people, our achievements wouldn’t be possible. And 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.

Some of our core benefits:

• Physical and Mental Health Well-Being benefits including (but not limited to) Statutory Health Insurance (BKK) , sickness benefit allowance and support helplines for employees

• Family friendly benefits including generous parental leave packages (supporting all variations of family set-ups) and support in finding childcare options including DWS’s own kindergarten service

• A wide selection of pension plans, P ersonal Budget Accounts to enable sabbatical s or early retirement and capital-forming benefits

• The opportunity to support our CSR strategy which is focused on combatting climate change & achieving greater social justice. You can make donations to our partnered organisations or take part in corporate volunteering opportunities in your local communities by providing on hand support.

DWS’ current Hybrid Working model is designed to find the balance between in-person collaboration & engagement in the office, which is core to our working culture, whilst still remaining focused on supporting our employees with flexibility. We are committed to support flexible and hybrid working agreements across the globe. Depending on the location or role you are applying for, the split between working in the office and at home will be discussed and made clear as part of your application and interview process.

We will continue to review and evolve our working environments and methods to ensure that we are working in the best way possible for our peop le.

If you require any adjustments or changes to be made to the interview process for any reason including, or related to a disability or long-term health condition , then please contact your recruiter and let us know what assistance you may need. Examples of adjustments include providing a change to the format of the interview or providing assistance when at the DWS office . This will not affect your application and your recruitment team will discuss options with you .

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