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:Employer: DWS GroupTitle: Senior Product Development ManagerLocation: LondonAbout 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.Were 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. Thats why we are xe2x80x98Investors 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, well give you the support and platform to develop new skills, make an impact and work alongside some of the industrys 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.Team / division overviewThe 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 products. This role will primarily focus on the launch of products on DWS newly established private credit platform.Role Details:As a Senior Product Development Manager Officer you will (be):Overseeing and project managing the design, development, structuring and launching of new Alternatives products in Europe, including the internal and external approval processes, with a primary focus on alternative real estate, infrastructure and private credit productsDriving product strategy, identifying opportunities for product innovation and building business cases for new product development or product modification initiatives with a primary focus on the above asset classesStay abreast as relevant as it relates to competitive launches, market trends, structural innovations and evolving regulatory changes in particular in relation the above asset classesSupporting the Alternatives Product Development team globally in the structuring and launch of new productsWorking closely with numerous stakeholders across the regions, including senior management, portfolio managers, Alternatives product management teams, sales teams, fund operations, finance, risk, ESG, tax, legal and compliance to agree commercial terms, target investor markets and structureActing as a key point of contact for the Alternatives organization for products launched and distributed in Europe in particular, in relation to private credit productsManaging stakeholder relationships in Alternatives as well as across the broader DWS organizationManaging and supporting multiple projects impacting the Alternatives business globally, with a primary focus on EuropeManaging the global product pipeline, with a primary focus on Europe, and reporting on the status of new initiativesPreparing materials, templates and providing input into databasesSupporting local and global ad-hoc projects relating to product development activitiesWe are looking for:Bachelors degree level or equivalent qualification/relevant work experience8-10 years experience in a product development role, preferably with a legal and/or tax backgroundComprehensive understanding of alternative asset classes (Real Estate, Infrastructure, private credit) and structures (Luxembourg, in particular AIFs, ELTIFs, and the UK)Extensive experience with the design, structuring and implementation of alternative asset class products for retail and institutional investorsExcellent project management and organizational skills, including attention to detail, ability to manage priorities and deliver projects on time in a demanding, fast-paced environmentResults-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 clientsAbility to build strong relationships with a range of teams and individuals and influence outcomesSolution driven, creative, with a commercial and practical mindset and use of initiative to propose new, practical strategies/solutionsAn open mind to embracing new challenges coupled with a strong sense of commitment and a pro-active approach to self-developmentEducated to degree level in a financial related subject or relevant professional experienceWhat well offer you:At DWS were serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves sand its important to us that you enjoy coming to work - feeling healthy, happy and rewarded. At DWS, youll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalised plan unique to your lifestyle. Whether youre interested in healthcare, company perks, or are thinking about your retirement plan, theres something for everyone.Some of our core benefits:30 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional daysA 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 AidersFamily friendly benefits including generous parental leave packages (supporting all variations of family set-ups), to healthcare plans and travel insuranceThe 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.

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