Employer: DWS Group

Title: Request for Proposal Specialist - Asset Management

Location: Jacksonville, Florida

Job Code: #LI-LV2 #LI-02

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.

About the Client Intelligence Team

Our Client Intelligence Team supports our Global Coverage Division. The Client Intelligence Team is a high performing team. The Coverage Support Specialist is responsible for the full lifecycle of the Request for Proposal (RFP) process. As part of a collaborative team, you will exercise strict adherence to customer specifications while remaining consistent with the Company’s policies.

The Specialist will manage the research, development, maintenance, and approval of US Proposals (DDQ & RFPs) to support the Coverage division. This function will be a member of the Global Client Intelligence team, dedicated to the DWS Alternatives product suite for liquid and illiquid investments in the Americas

Role Details

As a Coverage Support Specialist, you will:

• Write, edit, organize and package responses to Requests for Proposal, in compliance with detailed client requirements on stringent deadlines
• Act as Project Manager through the entire RFP process
• Maintain and update RFP responses in content database
• Accurate tracking of team workflow through Salesforce
• Ensure that all relevant processes are followed as required, proposal is delivered on time, arranging, and managing courier services or uploads, and lead or facilitate those meetings as required
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic and attention to detail that can present information / materials in a professional manner, following stated design templates and guidelines
• The ability to deal with large volumes of work and to prioritize workload
• Interact with a variety of people in all areas of the organization, from technical staff to executive staff

We are looking for:

• Minimum 1-3 years in asset management is strongly desired
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project and PowerPoint applications preferred.
• Existing knowledge and interest in Asset Management industry and familiarity with industry jargon
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong project management & time management skills
• University Degree mandatory

Licenses Required/Preferred:

• Successful candidates willing to be FINRA licensed in the future

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 personalized 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:

• 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 organizations 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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