Hybrid Head of Alternative Sales, APAC

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About the role

  • Leading the delivery for Alternatives fundraising efforts for APAC taking the lead in identified markets (both with respect to fund marketing, but also SMAs and co-investment syndication)
  • Leading the development of regional fund marketing plans for Alternatives, including market demand assessment activities, working closely with colleagues across Coverage, Investments and Product divisions around the world
  • Driving the analysis and related documentation associated to the sales strategy and capital raising across Private Credit, with a core focus on ABF, with respect to fund marketing, but also SMAs and co-investment syndication
  • Developing strong productive relationships with internal distribution partners
  • Leading direct client outreach in APAC markets to Alternatives stakeholders, allocators and influencers, with a focus on establishing client relationships and creating sales opportunities
  • Leading coordination for the delivery of specialist investment content associated to RFP and DDQ activity
  • Working closely with teams such as Product Specialists, Research and Investment Managers to convert sales opportunities into AUM flows
  • Managing Investor Relations activities, including LP Advisory Committee meetings and LP engagement, including Fund AGMs and annual Investor Conferences
  • Remaining abreast of industry trends and themes and attending industry conferences/events on behalf of DWS

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in finance-related fields, with a proven academic performance
  • Hold the Certified Internal Control Officer & Sales Representatives of Japan Securities Dealers Association (JSDA)- apply to Japan candidates only
  • Proven track record across an environment such as Investor Relations, Client Relationship Management and/or Investment Marketing, with solid understanding of private market fundraising strategies such as Real Estate, Private Credit, Infrastructure or Private Equity for APAC
  • Ability to lead relationships with APAC based LPs
  • Demonstrable experience of leading the production of specialist investment content for RFP and DDQ activity to support capital formation strategies
  • Strong networking skills and proactive approach to working with colleagues across the business, but equally adept at working autonomously
  • Highly structured approach with project management skills and strong analytical skills using Excel
  • Ability to connect and build strong relationships with others, highly developed verbal and written communication and presentation skills
  • Professional Japanese and English skills in reading, writing, and speaking.- apply to Japan candidates only

Benefits

  • A hybrid working model, allowing for in-office / work from home flexibility
  • comprehensive leave policy, personal and volunteer days
  • Competitive compensation packages including health and wellbeing benefits
  • Access to best-in-class trainings, in role development and career progression opportunities

Job title

Head of Alternative Sales, APAC

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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