Job Description:
Employer:
DWS Group
Title:
Alternative Credit Investment Associate
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.
Read more about DWS and who we are here.
Team / division overview
EMEA Alternative Credit is a key growth pillar of the EUR 115bn DWS Alternatives franchise. The Alternative Credit platform aims to build diversified portfolios across Direct Lending, Leveraged Loans, Capital Solutions and Structured Credit that deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns with a focus on capital preservation to a broad spectrum of investors including governments, corporations, insurance companies and private clients.
The role requires a hands-on individual contributor with credit, deal execution and legal documentation experience. This individual will be part of the investment team responsible for underwriting and executing new investment opportunities.
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.
Role Details;
- Work closely with Alternative Credit team across the platform including Direct Lending, Leveraged Loans, Capital Solutions & Structured Credit.
- Playing a leading role in the coverage of the alternative corporate credit sector which includes due diligence and financial analysis of investment opportunities, management of portfolios
- Jointly prepare and present investment committee memorandums to the Investment Committee
- Working in partnership with Product and Coverage divisions to support the creation and development of fund marketing materials and contributing to key fundraising strategies
- Support the development of the Investment team and relative high-performance culture, while ensuring that all activity is conducted in line with regulatory and firm requirements, policies and procedures
- Working with partners across Corporate Functions to ensure the business meets demands of clients across multiple channel
- Other duties as assigned
Your skills and experience
We are open to receiving applications from a range of backgrounds however is particularly interested in speaking to individuals who have:
Qualifications & Experience:
- At least bachelor's Degree, preferably a Master's degree with a major in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related financial discipline with an outstanding record of academic achievement
- 1-3 years of related experience
- Leveraged lending experience at a credit fund, commercial or investment bank, hedge fund or mezzanine fund
- Strong technical analysis skills, with experience of conducting detailed due diligence and financial modelling of corporate credit investment opportunities across multiple sectors
- Experience of effectively managing risk controls within an investments environment, with sound experience around the fiduciary duty of care and diligence
- Ability to effectively communicate with external clients
- Team player, achieving results, thinking critically and effectiveness
- Highly committed to work in a project-driven work environment
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