Infrastructure Debt Associate

Employer: DWS Group

Title: Infrastructure Debt Associate - Europe

Location: London

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.

Team / division overview

The Infrastructure business (“DWS Infrastructure”) acquires and manages private debt and equity investments in businesses that provide essential infrastructure services such as power generation, midstream energy, transportation, communications, and social infrastructure. With investment teams located in the US and Europe, the business has a global footprint and is focused on managing infrastructure portfolios that can meet the needs of institutional investors and private clients worldwide.

The DWS Infrastructure Debt has raised more than €4bn of capital since inception in 2014 and invested circa €3bn to date in private infrastructure debt globally. In Europe, the team has raised c. €800m of investors’ commitment through commingled funds focused on senior debt and sustainability-themed infrastructure assets as well as manage advisory mandates for investors which target high yield/junior debt. The team is looking for an Associate to join the team to support the expanding marketing efforts, origination and execution of investment opportunities and asset management efforts of the European infrastructure debt business.

Role Details:

As an Infrastructure Debt Associate you will (be):

• Assist with the origination and selection of investment opportunities within the European infrastructure sector
• Managing the process of executing NDAs for new investment opportunities, liaising with external counterparties and internal/external legal counsels
• Building, reviewing, updating financial models and run sensitivities for new investment opportunities
• Due diligence on debt investment opportunities (technical, commercial, financial, insurance and legal/tax)
• Drafting Investment Committee papers and credit reviews
• Presenting investment opportunities and valuation analysis / credit analysis to the Investment Committee
• Performing internal rating and ESG assessment of infrastructure credits
• Liaison with investment bankers, lawyers, tax specialists and other experts to facilitate the due diligence process, both internally and externally as well as the execution of legal documentation
• Monitoring and ongoing reporting performance of portfolio assets including investors’ reporting
• Working with the investor marketing team to develop marketing materials and assisting with fundraising endeavors.

We are looking for:

• Master's degree (accounting or finance background preferred but not required)
• 2-4 years minimum of professional experience in financial modelling and credit underwriting, preferably gained in an industry coverage, infrastructure debt advisory, leveraged or project finance banking (origination or syndications), rating agency or M&A environment.
• Sector exposure to Infrastructure/Energy/Telecom is strongly preferred
• European languages are strongly desired (in particular German, Italian and Spanish)
• Highly motivated
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Excellent analytical skills and structured approach
• Personal initiative, results orientation and leadership qualities with regard to the independent implementation of tasks
• Real team player
• Excellent communication skills both with internal and external stakeholders and in presenting results in a clear and concise manner

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.

Some of our core benefits:

• 30 days’ holiday + bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
• A 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 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 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.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity

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. DWS is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, beliefs and generations. We are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation.