Fund/Capital Raising - Real Estate Debt

Employer: DWS Group

Title: Senior Relationship Manager - Real Estate Debt

Location: City, State

Job Code: #LI-LV2 #LI-02

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

DWS offers individuals and institutions access to strong investment capabilities across all major asset classes and solutions aligned to growth trends. The business has a diverse expertise in Active and Passive public market strategies, as well as a range of Alternatives strategies spanning Real Estate, Infrastructure and Alternative Credit investment management. Global real estate AuM stands at roughly c.$80bn, of which c.$35bn is invested in the US, split across co-mingled funds and large SMA's for leading institutional clients.

DWS Group is currently searching for a highly motivated team player to join as a Senior Relationship Manager, US Real Estate Debt Specialist. Based in New York, the candidate will report directly into the Global Head of Alternatives Specialists, and will be part of a team effort responsible for all aspects of capital raising and product development/strategy for DWS Groups' US real estate debt activities.

The candidate will support the capital raising efforts, as well as development and rollout of new investment offerings in the US, working in collaboration with members of DWS' investment teams and wider international group, whilst leveraging their own industry and investor contacts. The role will include close involvement in the formulation and maintenance of investment marketing strategies, processes and materials, participating in interactions with prospective and existing investors and consultants, involvement with co-investment processes and establishment of separately managed accounts, gathering of market intelligence, participation in internal and external brand-building events, as well as a wide range of ad hoc investor relations processes and activities. Along with a preference for prior knowledge of the wider private markets alternative industry, the candidate must be a team player, be highly detail orientated and have strong organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills.

Role Details

As a Senior Relationship Manager you will (be):

• Working in close conjunction with the US, European and Asian relationship management and commercial real estate (CRE) debt investment colleagues to further enhance existing investor relationships, help identify new investor leads, and follow through on prospects

• Cultivate and help manage business relationships with the institutional investor community and their consultants/advisors, with responsibility for supporting long term relationships with key decision makers

• Raise the profile of DWS's CRE debt business internally as a 'product champion' and externally through creation of effective marketing communications

• Collaborate with team members to develop and maintain fundraising and due diligence materials such as memorandums, pitch books, investors presentations, due diligence questionnaires and other ad hoc correspondence

• Work across functions to obtain and synthesize information from the investment, ESG, reporting and accounting teams in order to prepare investor communication materials

• Work closely with in-house product and legal teams to coordinate new product design, structuring, and launch

• Manage due diligence processes and ensure successful outcomes

• Collaborate with senior distribution colleagues when determining best solutions to put forward for new business opportunities and selection of 'pitch teams' for finalist manager selection meetings

• Keep abreast of industry trends and DWS's performance to provide information updates and trend analysis to clients and colleagues

• Remain knowledgeable of market and industry trends, competitors, and leading client strategies

• Deliver thought leadership presentations at appropriately selected industry conferences

We are looking for:

• Strong experience in investor relations and product strategy, with a track record of institutional capital formation for commercial real estate debt

• Deep knowledge and appreciation of alternative investment strategies and broader asset allocation. Experience in private real estate across debt and equity is paramount

• BA/BS degree, or equivalent

• Excellent presentation skills and the ability to understand all investment nuances but also be able to translate complex investment strategies into an investor-friendly format

• Must be detail-oriented and have an analytical mindset with the ability to deliver key insights

License(s) required:

• Series 7 and 63

What we'll offer you:

At DWS we're serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves sand 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 personalized 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.

The salary range for this position in New York City, Chicago or Boston is $126,000 to $260,000. Actual salaries may be based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education, work location and other qualifications. Posted salary ranges do not include incentive compensation or any other type of renumeration.

Some of our core benefits:

• Competitive Salary and Matched 401K Savings Plan

• Generous Paid Time Away plus Bank Holidays

• Physical and Mental Health Well-Being benefits including (but not limited to) Health & Life Insurance Plans and the support of trained Mental Health First Aiders

• Family friendly benefits including generous parental leave packages (supporting all variations of family set-ups), to healthcare plans and travel insurance

• 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 organizations or take part in corporate volunteering opportunities in your local communities by providing on hand support.

DWS' Hybrid Working model is designed to find the right balance between in-person collaboration and engagement in the office, which is core to our working culture, and working from home. Each business group varies on the split between time spent in the office and at home, but this 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 people.

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 them 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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