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Valuations Specialist
Deutsche Bank
Mumbai, Maharashtra
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2 days ago
Full–time
Job Title- Valuation Control – AVP Mumbai Valuation Methodologies team
Location- Mumbai
Role Description
Valuation Control (VC) is a centralised function of over 200+ professionals within Market and Valuation Risk Management (MVRM) responsible for the independent valuation of balance sheet positions predominantly across the Investment & Corporate Bank.
As part of the firm’s Valuation Control process, VC acts as a specialised function to ensure that the trading portfolios are independently priced at fair value. In addition, VC acts as subject matter experts and internal advisors to other teams on Valuation-related topics, providing independent supporting analysis. The staffing of the group is drawn from a wide range of backgrounds including risk management, sales and trading, Quantitative analysts and accounting/product control.
The Valuation Methodologies team (VM) is the quantitative, technical arm within VC. The VM team is responsible for the development of independent valuation methodologies used for periodically testing all the bank’s valuations. Moreover, VM are responsible for the periodic review and validation of all fair value adjustment (including model reserves and liquidity adjustments) and Prudent Valuation methodologies. VM own all the bank’s valuation related policies and ensure the bank’s valuation methodologies appropriateness and adequacy with respect to compliance with regulations, internal policies and accounting standards.
This specific role is a senior role in the Mumbai Valuation Methodologies team, reporting directly to Mumbai Head of Valuation Methodologies (VM). The role will cover all asset classes and businesses.
The VM team is structured by main asset class and risk type. The candidate will also have dotted reporting lines to the asset-class aligned VM, whom the Mumbai team will be supporting when required.
The Mumbai VM team will particularly focus on the development and enhancement of Independent Price Verification (IPV) methodologies for all asset-classes. IPV methodologies are the cornerstone of all the bank’s fair-value valuations and Prudent Valuations. The VM Mumbai team will also provide technical assistance to the IPV production teams based in Mumbai, Singapore, London and New York.
VM regularly engages with the Front Office Trading, Front Office Quants, as well as other control teams such as Finance, Market Risk and Model Validation to discuss and prioritise issues. The VM Mumbai team will be expected to participate in these engagements and to contribute to the resolution of high priority issues.
The candidate must be able to communicate complex concepts both verbally and via documentation, to accountants, traders, quants, risk managers and regulators, and be able to defend and/or challenge their validity. This requires the ability to translate complex quantitative problems into simple terms for the benefit of less technical members of the business.
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
• Particular focus on the development and enhancement of Independent Price Verification (IPV) methodologies for all asset-classes and to provide technical support to the IPV production teams based in Mumbai, Singapore, London and New York
• Supporting the asset-aligned VM teams, as required (including supporting validation of Front Office developed valuation methodologies)
• Ensuring adherence to, and supporting the maintenance of, key governance documentation such as the Global Valuation Control Policy and other Valuation related policies
• Providing training and guidance to VC staff on the requirements of the VC Policies, as required
• Managing the production of regular Management Information, as required
• Monitoring Key Reporting Indicators and Key Performance Indicators relating to the various relevant Pru Vals and valuation methodologies for all asset classes, with particular emphasis in Rates and Credit
• Attend and contribute to key internal governance forums including, the Valuation Control Oversight Committee (VCOC), and external regulatory forums
• Working with Front Office Strats functions and vendors to support the development and maintenance of valuation related functionality (eg, IPV methodologies being productionised)
Your skills and experience
• Understanding of complexities associated to market data and lack of liquidity, such as reliance on proxies, etc
• Excellent people management skills, including ability to lead, train, and develop talent, as well as the ability to communicate, present and influence to senior stakeholders.
• Experience in managing technical teams; exhibiting global leadership and influence.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex quantitate problems into simple terms for less quantitative audience
How we’ll support you
• Training and development to help you excel in your career
• Coaching and support from experts in your team
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression
• A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs
About us and our teams
https://www.db.com/company/company.htm
Our values define the working environment we strive to create – diverse, supportive and welcoming of different views. We embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential. Talk to us about flexible work arrangements and other initiatives we offer.
We promote good working relationships and encourage high standards of conduct and work performance. We welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, ****** orientations, disabilities, beliefs and generations and are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation
Valuations Specialist
Deutsche Bank
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Apply
2 days ago
Full–time
Job Title- Valuation Control – AVP Mumbai Valuation Methodologies team
Location- Mumbai
Role Description
Valuation Control (VC) is a centralised function of over 200+ professionals within Market and Valuation Risk Management (MVRM) responsible for the independent valuation of balance sheet positions predominantly across the Investment & Corporate Bank.
As part of the firm’s Valuation Control process, VC acts as a specialised function to ensure that the trading portfolios are independently priced at fair value. In addition, VC acts as subject matter experts and internal advisors to other teams on Valuation-related topics, providing independent supporting analysis. The staffing of the group is drawn from a wide range of backgrounds including risk management, sales and trading, Quantitative analysts and accounting/product control.
The Valuation Methodologies team (VM) is the quantitative, technical arm within VC. The VM team is responsible for the development of independent valuation methodologies used for periodically testing all the bank’s valuations. Moreover, VM are responsible for the periodic review and validation of all fair value adjustment (including model reserves and liquidity adjustments) and Prudent Valuation methodologies. VM own all the bank’s valuation related policies and ensure the bank’s valuation methodologies appropriateness and adequacy with respect to compliance with regulations, internal policies and accounting standards.
This specific role is a senior role in the Mumbai Valuation Methodologies team, reporting directly to Mumbai Head of Valuation Methodologies (VM). The role will cover all asset classes and businesses.
The VM team is structured by main asset class and risk type. The candidate will also have dotted reporting lines to the asset-class aligned VM, whom the Mumbai team will be supporting when required.
The Mumbai VM team will particularly focus on the development and enhancement of Independent Price Verification (IPV) methodologies for all asset-classes. IPV methodologies are the cornerstone of all the bank’s fair-value valuations and Prudent Valuations. The VM Mumbai team will also provide technical assistance to the IPV production teams based in Mumbai, Singapore, London and New York.
VM regularly engages with the Front Office Trading, Front Office Quants, as well as other control teams such as Finance, Market Risk and Model Validation to discuss and prioritise issues. The VM Mumbai team will be expected to participate in these engagements and to contribute to the resolution of high priority issues.
The candidate must be able to communicate complex concepts both verbally and via documentation, to accountants, traders, quants, risk managers and regulators, and be able to defend and/or challenge their validity. This requires the ability to translate complex quantitative problems into simple terms for the benefit of less technical members of the business.
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
• Particular focus on the development and enhancement of Independent Price Verification (IPV) methodologies for all asset-classes and to provide technical support to the IPV production teams based in Mumbai, Singapore, London and New York
• Supporting the asset-aligned VM teams, as required (including supporting validation of Front Office developed valuation methodologies)
• Ensuring adherence to, and supporting the maintenance of, key governance documentation such as the Global Valuation Control Policy and other Valuation related policies
• Providing training and guidance to VC staff on the requirements of the VC Policies, as required
• Managing the production of regular Management Information, as required
• Monitoring Key Reporting Indicators and Key Performance Indicators relating to the various relevant Pru Vals and valuation methodologies for all asset classes, with particular emphasis in Rates and Credit
• Attend and contribute to key internal governance forums including, the Valuation Control Oversight Committee (VCOC), and external regulatory forums
• Working with Front Office Strats functions and vendors to support the development and maintenance of valuation related functionality (eg, IPV methodologies being productionised)
Your skills and experience
• Understanding of complexities associated to market data and lack of liquidity, such as reliance on proxies, etc
• Excellent people management skills, including ability to lead, train, and develop talent, as well as the ability to communicate, present and influence to senior stakeholders.
• Experience in managing technical teams; exhibiting global leadership and influence.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex quantitate problems into simple terms for less quantitative audience
How we’ll support you
• Training and development to help you excel in your career
• Coaching and support from experts in your team
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression
• A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs
About us and our teams
https://www.db.com/company/company.htm
Our values define the working environment we strive to create – diverse, supportive and welcoming of different views. We embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential. Talk to us about flexible work arrangements and other initiatives we offer.
We promote good working relationships and encourage high standards of conduct and work performance. We welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, ****** orientations, disabilities, beliefs and generations and are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Valuations Specialist position is now open for candidates interested in the Bank Jobs sector. This role in Mumbai offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Bank Jobs is a plus.
