ETF & RIA Business Development Specialist, West Region
Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, 90079, USA
Listed on 2026-09-24
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Sales
Business Development, Financial Sales
ETF & RIA Business Development Specialist, West Region
Job :R0434435 Full/Part-Time: Full-time
Regular/Temporary: Regular Listed:
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Position OverviewEmployer:
DWS Group
Title:
ETF & RIA Business Development Specialist, West Region
Location:
Remote - West
Job Code: #LI-MB1 #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.
Team / Division Overview
U.S. Wealth is responsible for the advancement, promotion, and growth of DWS’s Active, Passive, and Alternatives strategies with financial advisory clients across intermediary Wealth channels.
Your
Key Responsibilities:
As an ETF/RIA Specialist, you will be responsible for:
- Develop and maintain business relationships with financial advisor professionals in the sales territory working with our Market Leader as ETF Material Expert and Opening New Business with RIA Entities $1B& Above in AUM.
- Maintain a high-level understanding of DWS’s wide range of investment products and global investment views
- Distribute active, passive, and alternative solutions to DWS’s most important clients
- Manage and leverage relationships to gain access and referrals within each target team as identified by the seeker and DWS business intelligence
- Work with all of the resources of DWS including Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) Specialists, Alternative Specialists, Key Account Managers, Internal Sales Consultants [wholesalers], and Product Specialists to achieve sales targets across multiple product lines
- Deliver the DWS value proposition as a way to deepen and develop ongoing business relationships with target clients
We are looking for:
- Excellent communication & organizational skills
- Approximately five years of relevant experience.
- Strong interest in becoming an ETF subject matter expert.
- Existing relationships in the territory are beneficial but not required.
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Bachelor’s Degree Required
Location & Territory Coverage:
This is a remote position; however, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting and developing client relationships across the Southern California and Arizona territories, with primary coverage of the Los Angeles, San Diego, and broader Arizona markets. Regular travel within the assigned territory is expected to support client meetings, industry events, and business development activities.
License/Designation(s) :
- Series 7/63
- CIMA, CFA or other industry designations preferred
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
What we’ll offer you:
At DWS we’re serious about…
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