Portfolio Analyst - Listed Infrastructure

Employer: DWS Group

Title: Portfolio Analyst - Listed Infrastructure

Location: Chicago

The Liquid Real Assets (LRA) business is part of DWS Alternatives, with the Investment team acting as a fiduciary to direct allocations and selection in the Real Estate, Infrastructure and Commodities securities asset classes. The team manages domestic and global investment products marketed to institutional and retail investors ensuring they adhere to relevant regulatory and governance guidelines. LRA manages approximately USD 29.2 billion AUM.

As a Portfolio Analyst you will be responsible for:

• Assist in developing market level forecasts using input from internal and external research groups to drive sector revenue growth and IRR models
• Build and maintain database and models that help determine macro drivers and financial data of companies under coverage
• Augment existing investment process on a continual basis
• Assist in conducting regular research on existing holdings to ensure they continue to meet stated investment objectives
• Meet regularly with, and present recommendations/written summaries to Portfolio Managers; interact with investment management/research staff/brokers/company management/traders/outside investment analysts/etc.
• Assist in special projects as defined by portfolio managers and analysts
• Build and maintain earnings/valuation models for companies within investment universe
• Develop ability to communicate conviction levels on individual stocks held in portfolios for assigned sectors

We are looking for:

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience required in a portfolio management, research, advisory or strategy related role with a core focus on the Infrastructure Equities.
• Strong statistical and related quantitative data analysis methodologies associated to formulating investment strategies
• Strong command of fundamental and economic analysis
• Well-versed in risk-management methodology and practices
• CFA or progression in CFA is desirable but not necessary
• Educated to degree level within a finance related field or equivalent engineering or geology degree

At DWS we are serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves and 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 is something for everyone.

The base salary range for this position in New York is $137,000 to $240,000. Actual salaries may be based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education, work location and other qualifications. Posted salary ranges do not include incentive compensation or any other type of remuneration.

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.

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