Senior Real Estate Client Capital/Fundraising Manager | London, UK

About DWS:

Today, markets face a whole new set of pressures - but also a whole lot of opportunity. 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 are 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.

Team / division overview:

The DWS Alternatives business is a diversified set of business activities with approximately EUR 150bn in assets under management in strategies including Private Real Estate, Private Infrastructure, Alternative Credit, Liquid Real Assets (Real Estate/Infrastructure and Commodity Securities) and Sustainable Investments. The global team invests on behalf of a global client base that includes governments, corporations, institutional investors, as well as a growing UNHW investor group.

Alternatives Coverage is part of the DWS Client Coverage Division and are the Alternatives Specialists responsible for supporting the development and maintenance of client relationships on behalf of the Alternatives platform and will work closely with the Investment teams, Product Division and broader Global Client Coverage Division.

The Real Estate division of DWS which is a full-service Real Estate manager with EUR 51 billion in assets under management globally and EUR 23 billion in Europe that acquires and manages investments in individual assets or Real Estate portfolios on behalf of funds and separate accounts.

Role Details:

As a Senior Real Estate Investment Specialist you will be responsible for:

• Owning the delivery on the fundraise efforts globally for the EMEA Real Estate investment platform.
• Leading the coordination and development of fund marketing plans for Real Estate, working closely with colleagues across generalist Sales, Investments and Product divisions globally.
• Driving the analysis and related documentation associated to the sales strategy and capital raising across Real Estate strategies with respect to fund marketing, but also SMAs and co-investment syndication.
• Developing strong productive relationships with internal distribution partners.
• Leading the coordination for the delivery of specialist investment content associated to RFP and DDQ activity for Real Estate.
• Working closely with the broader DWS generalist sales team, acting as the lead specialist sales support towards Real Estate strategies.
• Working closely with teams such as Product Specialists, Research and Investment Managers to convert sales opportunities into AUM flows.
• Taking ownership for broader Investor Relations activities, including LP Advisory Committee meetings and LP engagement, including Fund AGMs and annual Investor Conferences.

We are looking for:

• Sound knowledge/experience within the Real Estate investment industry with exposure to topics such as valuations, underwriting and due diligence processes.
• Experience within functions associated to Institutional fundraising within business lines such as Investor Relations, Client Relationship Management and/or Investment Marketing.
• Experience of utilising Real Estate subject matter expertise in contributing to the production of specialist investment content for RFP and DDQ activity to support capital formation strategies.
• Strong networking skills and proactive approach to working with colleagues across the business, but equally adept at working autonomously.
• Highly structured approach with project management skills and strong analytical skills using Excel.
• Ability to connect and build strong relationships with others, highly developed verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Educated to degree level in a relevant financial field or with relevant industry experience.

What we’ll offer you:

At DWS we’re serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves 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:

• 30 days’ holiday + bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days.
• A non-contributory pension scheme, up to 10%.
• Physical and Mental Health Well-Being benefits including (but not limited to) Private Medical Cover, a complimentary GP service and the support of 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 and achieving greater social justice. You can make donations to our partner organisations or take part in corporate volunteering opportunities in your local communities by providing on hand support.

DWS' Hybrid Working model in the UK 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. Some business groups may need you to spend more time in the office, 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.