Description
We are seeking a Real Estate Investor Relations/Client Capital Manager to join our team at DWS Group in London.
As a Real Estate Coverage Specialist, you will be responsible for:
- Supporting the execution of the sales strategy and capital raising across global Real Estate strategies in the EMEA region
- Supporting the development of fund sales plans for Real Estate, working closely with EMEA Real Estate Specialist team and colleagues across generalist Sales, Investments and Product divisions
- Developing strong productive relationships with internal distribution partners
- Tracking and following with prospects either directly or through the generalist sales teams
- Supporting the closing of capital through leading prospect follow ups and due diligence requests
- Delivering specialist content for RFPs by coordinating and working with real estate key partners including portfolio management, transactions, asset management and ESG teams
- Supporting the broader DWS generalist sales team with specialist sales support towards Real Estate strategies
- Working with Head of Coverage EMEA Real Estate on marketing strategy including branding, events and conference, webinar programmes, attending relevant conferences
- Managing Investor Relations activities, including LP engagement, LP Advisory Committee meetings including Fund AGMs and Annual Investor Conference, participating in LP presentations, working with product development on any legal documentation changes and appropriate liaison with LPs
- Remaining abreast of industry trends and themes and competitor analysis for relevant products
Requirements:
- Sound knowledge/experience within the Real Estate investment industry and dealing with institutional investors and their advisors
- Experience of Distribution, Investor Relations, Client Relationship Management and/or Investment Marketing would be advantageous
- 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
- Excellent written skills and attention to detail
- Ability to connect and build strong relationships with others, highly developed verbal and presentation skills
- Educated to degree level in a relevant financial field or with relevant industry experience
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 Private Medical Cover, a complimentary GP service and the support of Mental Health First Aiders
- Family friendly benefits including generous parental leave packages
- The opportunity to support our CSR strategy which is focused on combatting climate change and achieving greater social justice