Real Estate Debt Origination Officer

Employer: DWS Group

Title: Real Estate Debt Origination Lead

Location: New York

Job Code: #LI-LV2 #LI-03

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.

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Team / division overview

The Real Estate division of DWS is a full-service Real Estate manager with approximately EUR 60 billion AUM globally. DWS Real Estate acquires and manages investments in individual assets or Real Estate portfolios on behalf of funds and separate accounts.

The US Real Estate franchise is responsible for the origination, acquisition, asset management and disposition of Real Estate assets across the US for both Debt and Equity strategies. The team works on diverse tasks across various Real Estate asset classes such as office, industrial, retail, logistics, hotels and residential schemes.

Role Details

As an Origination Lead for Real Estate Debt, you will be responsible for:

• Leveraging personal networks as well as broader DWS capabilities to support the origination, structuring, credit processing, execution and on-going management of Real Estate financing deals

• Lead underwriting analysis of Real Estate debt transactions and preparation of credit proposals with particular focus on detailed financial analysis and cash flow projections, cash flow models and sensitivities

• Actively participate and manage transaction processes from modelling, drafting term sheets, credit preparation, through to execution, documentation and funding

• Coordinating and training junior team members in all aspects of structuring/execution, from financial modelling to credit preparation and documentation

• Managing execution processes with key internal and external parties, such as legal counsel and due diligence providers

• Supporting senior management in maintaining financial sponsor client and advisor relationships through effective communication

• Ensuring regulatory compliance by staying updated on relevant regulations and ensuring compliance with internal and external guidelines

We are looking for:

• A strong background in Real Estate Financing origination, with proven technical analysis skills and experience of conducting due diligence and financial modelling

• Proven knowledge and experience engaging and negotiating with borrowers to originate and structure credit investments

• Solid experience across private Real Estate Debt investment management gained from a credit fund, commercial or investment bank, hedge fund or mezzanine fund

• Proven underwriting skills including the use of Argus and extensive Excel modelling

• Well-organized and detail-oriented individual with the highest degree of integrity, motivation, and intellectual curiosity

• Ability to manage multiple tasks while delivering quality work product

• Experience of producing credit investment proposals and supporting documentation for Investment Committees

• Educated to degree level in a Finance related discipline from an accredited college or university (or equivalent) or an acceptable level of industry experience

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 $159,000 - $256,000. 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.

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.

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