DWS - Senior Product Specialist Private Debt (m/f/d)

Job Description:

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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’.

This is your chance to invest in your future.

Team / Division Overview

The DWS Product Division is responsible for the entire lifecycle of all new and existing products across all types of investments and structures. Within the Product Division, the Product Specialist team for Private Debt takes responsibility globally for Real Estate Debt, Infrastructure Debt, Corporate Private Credit and Structured Credit.

The Product Specialist would work alongside the investment team of the respective asset class, in a client facing role acting as the technical asset class expert in client meetings, assisting the Client Coverage Division (CCD) in raising assets, and bringing critical client perspective back to the product development team to influence product design and implement a roadmap for extending product offerings to new client segments.

Role Details

As a “Senior Product Specialist” for Private Debt with a focus on Real Estate Debt (“RED”), you will be part of the Private Debt Product Specialists team, owning and driving the product agenda for RED strategies across DWS.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for existing and new product initiatives including the coordination of the product roadmap for fundraising jointly with the Client Coverage Division (CCD)
• Lead the development of new concepts in partnership with CCD and the Investment Division (ID) to extend access to Alternatives with a focus on RED to different client segments, including the Institutional, Wholesale and Retail client channels
• Lead content development incl. pitchbooks, market and peer analysis and provide ongoing training and transparency to CCD
• Attend industry conferences to present DWS’ Private Debt capabilities, maintain market knowledge and understand the competitive landscape
• Being directly accountable for the end-to-end design of investment solutions in your respective area of responsibility

We are looking for:

• Over 10 years Asset Management experience in a comparable role with RED or Private Debt knowledge
• Experience with Corporate Private Credit, Structured Credit and traditional Fixed Income as well as strong knowledge of fund structures, regulatory and tax treatment
• Strong knowledge of Insurance regulation and capital charge treatment of RED and other Private Debt asset classes
• Strong strategic mindset with proven ability to work collaboratively to define and implement business initiatives
• Excellent communication skills with experience in presenting regularly to senior forums internally and externally
• Delivery focused, with strong resilience, drive and the ability to work hand in hand with partners from across the firm to move the business forward
• Entrepreneurial and innovative thinker able to bring forward and promote new ideas and initiatives
• Eager to learn and willingness to stay abreast of regulatory changes in RED and other Private Debt asset classes
• Relevant university degree (Master’s degree level preferred)
• Professional qualifications (e.g. CFA, CISI)
• Fluent German and English language skills

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, Personal Budget Accounts to enable sabbaticals 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.

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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