DWS Group (DWS) is one of the world's leading asset managers with EUR 821bn of assets under management (as of 31 December 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 3,500 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.
About Xtrackers:
Xtrackers by DWS provides investors with innovation, access and value through its established range of US-listed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) across equities, fixed income, smart beta, and award-winning ESG1 exposures. Xtrackers ETFs have provided US investors with currency-hedged exposure to international markets for over a decade, as well as efficient access to hard-to-reach markets such as mainland China equities, while the Xtrackers ESG core range targets major asset classes at exceptionally cost-effective fees.
1Fund Intelligence ETF Suite of the Year, 2020
About the Xtrackers Marketing team
The Xtrackers Marketing team is committed to strengthening the perception and reputation of Xtrackers and DWS as one of the world's premier ETF provider and respectively asset manager. The team produces impactful, engaging content, harnessing the full spectrum of channels available in support of the Xtrackers business objectives. Our culture is marked by performance, productivity, collaboration, and the constant pursuit of improvement. Currently the team is based in Germany.
The Xtrackers Marketing team is responsible for developing and leading our marketing strategy and tactics for their respective Xtrackers Product and Sales areas. The team works closely with all other marketing & communications functions to define and constantly update the narrative, messaging, relevant channels and formats for their audience.
Building relationships with the Client Coverage / Sales teams and working closely with the Digital Marketing, Events, Social Media, Content and Product teams, you will be responsible for executing a marketing strategy
and plan aligned to the Americas Xtrackers goals. You will also measure program results and adjust based on outcomes.
Your Key Responsibilities:
Execute a marketing strategy and plan aligned to the goals of the Xtrackers ETF business
Collaborate with all Marketing & Communication functions globally, to create industry leading marketing strategies and campaigns that seek to achieve our ambitious distribution targets
Execute innovative campaigns across digital marketing (paid and organic), CRM, media, publisher partnerships, digital events, and sales enablement integration
Integrate data-driven learnings into actionable campaigns
Drive new and enhance existing practice management and value add programs to help differentiate the Firm's capabilities in the US Wholesale / Retail channel
Closely collaborate with coverage sales to develop and execute client engagement model
Provide target support for focus distributors (model/platform placements/home office initiatives/research alignment)
Make effective and collaborative use of various marketing tools such as email, social, paid content, webcasts and advertising to create a consistent and client experience.
Budgeting and reporting
Your Skills & Experience:
3-7+ years of experience within asset management and/or consulting
Ability to build/have strong relationships with the Xrackers Sales team
Strong understanding of client needs and ability to translate into messaging and deliverables
Strong analytical and project management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time
Strong knowledge of relationship marketing including direct and digital marketing practices to drive new and existing advisor relationships
Insights and perspectives on advisors by firm and by channel including their motivations and buying habits, good understanding of how they operate
Strong understanding of wirehouse, independent, RIA and Family Office channels
Demonstrated success in working with multiple sales forces
Experience in building thematic and highly targeted solution-based campaigns
Bachelor's degree
Salesforce / Salesforce Marketing Cloud experience with proven results utilizing tool; highly motivated to continue to learn and adopt quickly
Licenses Required:
SIE, Series 7, and Series 24 or willingness to obtain them in the first 6 months of employment
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/Chicago 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 $99,000-$166,000. 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. Click here to find out more about our diversity and inclusion efforts.
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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.
Click here to find out more about our diversity and inclusion policy and initiatives.
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 .