Transactions Officer, Value Add, Real Estate (Associate/ AVP)

Employer: DWS Group

Title: Transactions Officer, Real Estate, Associate/ AVP

Location: London

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.

Team / division overview

DWS Alternatives is the EUR 110 billion global alternative investment management business within DWS, which includes the Infrastructure, Real Estate, Private Equity, Alternative Credit and Liquid Real Assets business lines.

You will be joining the Real Estate division of DWS, which is a full-service Real Estate manager with approx. EUR 55 billion in assets under management globally and EUR 25 billion in Europe that acquires and manages investments in individual assets or Real Estate portfolios on behalf of funds and separate accounts. The EMEAValue-Add team builds on DWS Real Estate extensive European presence and is responsible for full life-cycle Origination and Investment, Asset Management and Disposition of Value-Add complex Real Estate opportunities which include investing in/setting up ProCo and OpCo, accessing multiple asset classes across the EMEA region.

Role Details:

As a member of Value-Add Investments you will be responsible for:

• Leading on the sourcing and execution for Value-Add European Real Estate, with a focus predominantly on Living-Sector assets across the UK, Germany, Netherlands, Spain and France.
• Management of the full acquisition life cycle for Value-Add investments from underwriting, due diligence, tax structuring, SPA negotiations and closing.
• Leading the execution of capital market activity as it relates to financing of the assets/operations.
• Leading on the Asset Management, identifying, screening and managing joint venture partners, and ultimately the management of the dispositions of the investments.
• Presenting opportunities to DWS senior management and investment committees.
• Building strong relationships and leveraging the broader DWS EMEA Real Estate franchise, to support the growth of the Value-Add platform.
• Working closely with the Real Estate Investment Specialist team to support with capital raising efforts globally.

We are looking for:

• Deep experience across European Real Estate Private Equity with a primary focus on Value-Add strategies.
• Solid experience across multiple Real Estate asset classes, with a focus on the Living-Sector preferred.
• Proven EMEA Real Estate coverage, with exposure ideally across UK, Germany, Netherlands, Spain and France.
• Proven ability to run complex financial models and conduct due diligence covering legal, technical, commercial, tax and structuring analysis.
• Superior analytical aptitude, creative problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills.
• An extensive professional network holding relationships with relevant operators/developers, brokers, banks, financing partners, advisors and contractors.
• Educated to degree level in a relevant Finance, Real Estate discipline, legal 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 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 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. Employees who wish to sign-up to our Hybrid Working model are required to work in the office two days a week, and given the flexibility to work from home for the remaining three.

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.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity

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. DWS is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, beliefs and generations. We are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation.