Job Description:
Employer: DWS Group
Title: Alternatives Senior Product Development Manager
Location: New York
Job Code: #LI-LV1 #LI-04
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.
Team / division overview
The Product Division is responsible for the whole lifecycle of products and solutions that DWS offers, from the inception of a product strategy through implementation and ongoing management. Key pillars within the Product Division include Product Strategy, Lifecycle & Analytics, Product Specialists & Development and Product Management. The Product Division is looking for candidates who are interested in supporting the team to grow DWS' commercial success through developing product strategies, leveraging market trends, building client-centric solutions, launching new products, defining and driving marketing strategies of products and managing product.
Role Details
As a Senior Product Development Manager, you will be:
Overseeing and project managing the design, development, structuring and launching of new Alternatives products in the US, including the internal approval processes.
Driving product strategy, identifying opportunities for product innovation and building business cases for new product development or product modification initiatives.
Stay abreast as relevant as it relates to competitive launches, market trends, structural innovation and evolving regulatory changes.
Supporting the Alternatives Product Development team globally in the structuring and launch of new products
Working closely with various Deutsche Bank and DWS stakeholders, including senior management, portfolio managers, Alternatives product management teams, sales teams, fund operations, finance, tax, legal and compliance to agree commercial terms, target investor markets and structure
Acting as a key point of contact for the Alternatives organization for products launched and distributed in the US.
Managing stakeholder relationships in Alternatives as well as across the broader DWS organization
Managing and supporting multiple projects impacting the Alternatives business globally, with a primary focus on the US
Managing the global product pipeline, with a primary focus on the US, and reporting on the status of new initiatives
Preparing materials, templates and providing input into databases
Supporting local and global ad-hoc projects relating to product development activities
We are looking for
Bachelor's degree level or equivalent qualification/relevant work experience
Proven experience in an investment-related or product management role
Comprehensive understanding of alternative asset classes (Real Estate, Infrastructure, Private Credit) and structures (REITS, Tender Offer/Interval Funds, AIFs)
Excellent project management and organizational skills, including attention to detail, ability to manage priorities and deliver projects on time in a demanding, fast-paced environment
Results-oriented self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as a team member, coupled with the enthusiasm to deliver world-leading solutions for our clients
Ability to build strong relationships with a range of teams and individuals and influence outcomes
Solution driven, creative and use of initiative to propose new, practical strategies/solutions
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.
The salary range for this position in New York City is $130,00 to $210,000. Actual salaries may be based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education and other qualifications. Posted salary ranges do not include incentive compensation or any other type of remuneration
Some of our core benefits:
Competitive Salary and Matched 401K Savings Plan
Generous Paid Time Away plus Bank Holidays
Physical and Mental Health Well-Being benefits including (but not limited to) Health & Life Insurance Plans and the support of trained 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 & 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' Hybrid Working model 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. Each business group varies on the split between time spent in the office and at home, 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.
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