Real Estate Investor Relations / Client Capital Manager

About the role

DWS is hiring a Real Estate Coverage Specialist (titled Real Estate Investor Relations / Client Capital Manager) in London. The role sits in the Alternatives Coverage team, which supports client relationships for the Alternatives platform, and works closely with the Investment teams, Product Division and the broader Global Client Coverage Division. It covers the Real Estate division, a full-service manager with EUR 55bn in assets under management globally.

Key responsibilities

• Support the execution of the sales strategy and capital raising across global Real Estate strategies in the EMEA region, including fund marketing, SMAs and co-investment syndication
• Help develop fund sales plans for Real Estate, working with the EMEA Real Estate Specialist team and colleagues in Sales, Investments and Product
• Build productive relationships with internal distribution partners and track prospects, directly or through generalist sales teams
• Support capital closing through prospect follow-ups and due diligence requests, and deliver specialist content for RFPs with portfolio management, transactions, asset management and ESG teams
• Work with the Head of Coverage EMEA Real Estate on marketing strategy, including branding, events, webinars and conferences
• Manage Investor Relations activities: LP engagement, LP Advisory Committee meetings, Fund AGMs, annual investor conference, LP presentations, and liaison on legal documentation changes
• Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor analysis and relevant product developments

Required profile

• Sound knowledge or experience in the Real Estate investment industry and dealing with institutional investors and their advisors
• Experience in distribution, investor relations, client relationship management and/or investment marketing is advantageous
• Experience producing specialist investment content for RFPs and DDQs to support capital formation
• Degree-level education in a relevant financial field or relevant industry experience

Required skills

• Strong networking skills, able to work both collaboratively and autonomously
• Highly structured approach with project management skills and strong analytical skills using Excel
• Excellent written skills, attention to detail, and strong verbal and presentation skills

What we offer

• 30 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy extra days
• A non-contributory pension scheme, up to 10%
• Private medical cover, a complimentary GP service and mental health support
• Parental leave, healthcare plans and travel insurance
• CSR opportunities linked to climate action and social justice
• Hybrid working in the UK, with the balance of office and home work discussed during the application and interview process