Associate, Global Client Solutions

Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry. Job Description Ares Management is seeking a new Associate to join our Global Client Solutions Group (GCS) in support of the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of GCS, Head of Global Conferences & Events and other leadership across GCS. This position will cover a workload including both on-going responsibilities to run existing processes as well as project leverage (including but not limited to coordination of information flow, research, budget tracking, analytics, materials prep, event coordination, logistics, roadshows, etc.). Ares is a flat, flexible, and dynamic organization. The firm fosters a culture of collaboration, entrepreneurialism, integrity and partnership, both internally amongst colleagues and externally amongst clients and other stakeholders. The Ares team operates with a growth mindset, communicates transparently, and cultivates a high-performance and results-oriented environment. Reporting relationship Reports to: Vice President, Global Client Solutions Primary functions and responsibilities Support the COO of Global Client Solutions in initiatives relating to GCS Operations, Investor Strategy & Solutions, and Relationship Management across all platforms of Ares Management Execute and manage certain processes on behalf of the COO of GCS and the Chief Marketing & Strategy Officer Draft and update presentations including ARES Board of Director materials, Annual Investor Day presentations, internal Leadership Offsite materials, general marketing-related presentations and other ad hoc requests from the COO and GCS Leadership Proactively facilitate information flow for the broader GCS team, working closely with all sub-groups including: GCS Operations, Global Conferences & Events, Investor Operations, Strategic Partnerships, Quantitative Research, RFP, as well as Regional and Channel Marketing Teams across North Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific regions Work with Global Client Solutions and Investor Relations / Product Management teams to streamline and centralize processes across different groups including Operations, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Legal, Compliance, and Investment Groups Assist in developing and implementing new workflows utilizing technology to improve current processes Assist with the compilation and distribution of fund-focused factsheets and resources across GCS and Investor Relations / Product management teams Assist with annual budget preparation and tracking, invoice coding, and any reconciliations as needed Prepare and compile Weekly Marketing Call materials for Monday morning meetings and distribute a summary of Marketing Meeting Call notes, as needed Assist in Managing subscriptions and certain invoices for GCS and Investor Relations / Product Management teams. Including managing account relationships, onboarding, and removing members, tracking, budgeting, renewing licenses, reviewing contracts and payment terms, and acting as the overall point of contact with the account manager Facilitate onboarding set up process for new hires within GCS, confirming addition to relevant distribution lists and calendar invites, appropriate folder access, and technology set up of key software Manage org chart updates for current GCS team structure and for future outlook, including open roles Provide leverage to the GCS Conferences & Events team as needed Organize and prepare for investor meetings, including coordinating meetings, creating agendas, scheduling tours, and ensuring that all materials are prepared in a timely manner Assist with coordination of projects across GCS, Investor Relations / Product Management, Wealth Management Solutions and Public Investor Relations and Communications Collaborate with the GCS Operations team to streamline processes of information exchange across departments internally including Operations, Corporate Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Legal, Compliance, and Investment Teams Qualifications Education: A Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably with a major in Economics, Political Science, Finance, General Business or Management, and outstanding academic achievement. Experience & Skills Required: Minimum of 5 years of related experience, preferably in investment / wealth management, business management / strategy, accounting or financial services Outstanding communication, writing and interpersonal skills Strong technical skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook Leads assigned processes successfully to conclusion; demonstrates sound judgement and when to take action independently or when to seek guidance Demonstrated strong project management skills, including strong communication skills throughout the process Strong work ethic and a high level of integrity. Flexibility and adaptability to shift priorities quickly in a fast-paced environment Reporting Relationships Partner, Corporate Strategy & Chief Operating Officer, Strategy & Relationship Management Compensation The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus. Note, the range takes into account a broad spectrum of qualifications, including, but not limited to, years of relevant work experience, education, and other relevant qualifications specific to the role. $100,000-$125,000 The firm also offers robust Benefits offerings. Ares U.S. Core Benefits include Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program with company match; Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA); Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution; Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance; Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit. Ares offers a number of additional benefits including access to a world-class medical advisory team, a mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry, a mindfulness and wellbeing app, financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor, new parent leave, reproductive and adoption assistance, emergency backup care, matching gift program, education sponsorship program, and much more. There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active. Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across the credit, real estate, private equity and infrastructure asset classes. We seek to provide flexible capital to support businesses and create value for our stakeholders and within our communities. By collaborating across our investment groups, we aim to generate consistent and attractive investment returns throughout market cycles. As of March 31, 2024, Ares Management's global platform had approximately $428 billion of assets under management(1) with more than 2,900 employees operating across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. For more information, please visit www.aresmgmt.com. Ares Management LLC (together with its related operating and administrative subsidiaries, “Ares Management”) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, creed, sex, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity and expression, transgender status, genetic information, status as unemployed, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Ares Management will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. (1) As of March 31, 2024. AUM amounts include funds managed by Ivy Hill Asset Management, LP., a wholly owned portfolio company of Ares Capital Corporation and registered investment adviser.