About DWS:

DWS Group (DWS) is one of the world's leading asset managers with EUR 833bn of assets under management (as of 30 September 2022). Building on more than 60 years of experience, it has a reputation for excellence in Germany, Europe, the Americas and Asia. DWS is recognized by clients globally as a trusted source for integrated investment solutions, stability and innovation across a full spectrum of investment disciplines.

We offer individuals and institutions access to our strong investment capabilities across all major asset classes and solutions aligned to growth trends. Our diverse expertise in Active, Passive and Alternatives asset management – as well as our deep environmental, social and governance focus – complement each other when creating targeted solutions for our clients. Our expertise and on-the-ground-knowledge of our economists, research analysts and investment professionals are brought together in one consistent global CIO View, which guides our investment approach strategically.

DWS wants to innovate and shape the future of investing: with approximately 3,900 employees in offices all over the world, we are local while being one global team. We are investors – entrusted to build the best foundation for our clients’ future.

Role Summary

The Portfolio Manager – Model Portfolios Lead will direct allocations and selection in multi-asset model portfolios within established investment policy guidelines. Reporting to the Head of Multi-Asset, Americas, s/he will lead the development of new model strategies and manage all multi-asset model portfolios as the primary PM, ensuring that they adhere to governance guidelines and regulatory/legal restrictions. S/he will guide investment mix and policy, matching investments to each strategy’s objectives. To maximize risk-adjusted returns, s/he will leverage a deep understanding of capital markets and macro-economic factors that drive the performance of various asset classes and sub-asset classes. The portfolio manager will work closely with product and distribution teams to design and launch new model strategies.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Manage multi-asset model portfolios consisting of equity, fixed income, and alternative asset classes

• Work closely with product and distribution to develop innovative multi-asset strategies suitable for model implementation, staying ahead of the evolving market environment and investor preferences.

• Acquire and maintain a deep and up-to-date understanding of the models business and its eco system

• Act as the primary voice for multi-asset models and clearly communicate investment strategies and theses for model portfolios to internal and external stakeholders

• Enhance, adapt, and execute personal and team processes to maintain performance edge as markets evolve

How You’ll Lead:

• Become the undisputed expert on developing and managing models within the organization and lead the growth of the DWS models business in the Americas

Your Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in multi-asset portfolio management

• Experience with operational requirements for running model portfolios

• An advanced degree, CFA or progression in CFA is desirable but not necessary

• Familiarity with statistical and other quantitative data analysis methodologies

• Strong command of fundamental and economic analysis

• Well-versed in risk-management methodology and practices

• Experience with Aladdin

What we’ll offer you:

A healthy, engaged and well-supported workforce are better equipped to do their best work and, more importantly, enjoy their lives inside and outside the workplace. That’s why we are committed to providing an environment with your development and wellbeing at its center. You can expect:

• Competitive Salary and Matched 401K Savings Plan

• Generous Paid Time Away plus Bank Holidays

• Health and Life Insurance Plans for you and your family

• Work/Life Balance Programs including Adoption/Surrogacy/Infertility Assistance, Backup Care through Bright Horizons, Phase Back to Work and Support for New Mothers

• A range of flexible benefits including Retail Discounts, Commuter Discounts and Gym benefits

• The opportunity to support wide-ranging volunteer programs, + 1 day volunteering leave per year, matched personal donations to non-profit organizations dollar-for-dollar, up to $5,000

How we’ll support you:

• Training and development to help you excel in your career

• Flexible working to assist you balance your personal priorities

• Coaching and support from experts in your team

Expectations

It is DWS’s expectation that employees hired into this role will work in the New York City office in accordance with the firm’s hybrid working model.

DWS provides reasonable accommodations to candidates and employees with a substantiated need based on disability and/or religion.

The salary range for this position in New York City is $112,000 to $205,000. 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.

DWS Values & Diversity

We believe talent is found in all cultures, countries, races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, beliefs, generations, backgrounds and experiences. We pursue a working environment where everyone can be authentic and feel a sense of belonging.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.

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Our values define the working environment we strive to create - diverse, supportive and welcoming of different views. We embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential. Talk to us about flexible work arrangements and other initiatives we offer.
We promote good working relationships and encourage high standards of conduct and work performance. We welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, beliefs and generations and are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation.



We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. Click these links to view the following notices: "EEO is the Law poster" and supplement ; Employee Rights and Responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act ; Employee Polygraph Protection Act and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision .