Australia Head of Real Estate Transactions/Acquisitions

Australia Head of Real Estate Transactions/Acquisitions - Sydney

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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 Investors for a new now and we share a culture that values collaboration, responsibility and commercial thinking.

As an Australia Head of Real Estate Transactions/Acquisitions, you will be responsible for:

• Team management responsibility for direct Real Estate transactions and asset management in Australia
• Leading on the full transaction life-cycle that includes sourcing acquisitions, underwriting and evaluating the acquisition, negotiating the agreement, coordinating the due diligence process and responsibility for closing
• Executing all capital market activity as it relates to financing of the assets in accordance with terms required by Portfolio Managers
• Executing on property dispositions, in line with guidance from the Portfolio Manager of each investment account
• Driving the strategy and execution of Australian investment opportunities from a market perspective, supporting team members in conducting financial underwriting and commercial appraisal, structuring the investments, transaction negotiations and presenting to internal clients, funds and investment committees
• Oversee the investment during the asset holding period by sitting as a director of the investment vehicles
• This role may require representing the division by sitting in the legal entity board and APAC Real Estate Investment Committee

• Extensive experience in the Real Estate sector, preferably from institutional Asset Management, Investment Banking, Private Equity or Real Estate development
• Demonstrable track record of sourcing and closing Australian Real Estate transactions across Commercial (logistics, office, industrial, retail) and/or Residential assets
• Experience in structuring Real Estate transactions on behalf of foreign capital for non-discretionary and discretionary investment accounts would be beneficial
• Sound experience across both direct Real Estate transactions/acquisitions and asset management
• Established relationships with investors, which can be leveraged to drive new business in direct Real Estate mandates for Australia
• The successful candidate can ideally provide notable experience in the residential sector in Australia or abroad (BTR, BTS or PBSA)

At DWS we're 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. You'll have access to a range of benefits including, but not limited to the below:

• A hybrid working model, allowing for in-office / work from home flexibility, comprehensive leave policy, personal and volunteer days
• Competitive compensation packages including health and wellbeing benefits
• Access to best in class trainings, in role development and career progression opportunities

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. This will not affect your application and our recruitment team will discuss options with you. If you are a trans or gender diverse applicant and require support or a confidential contact during the hiring process please email dbPride.AusNZ@db.com

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively. We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.