Full-Time

Associate – Product Management and Investor Relations

Credit, Direct Lending

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Ares Management

Ares Management

1,001-5,000 employees

Global alternative investment management firm

Venture Capital
Financial Services
Real Estate

Compensation Overview

$120k - $145kAnnually

+ Bonus

Junior, Mid

New York, NY, USA

Category
Product Management
Product Marketing
Product
Required Skills
Market Research
Product Management
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • 2+ years of relevant work experience which can include investment banking, asset management and/or alternative investments.
  • Experience with investor relations/business development from a placement agent/private direct lending fund, asset manager or private equity firm preferred.
  • Investment and leveraged finance experience preferred.
  • Series 7, 63 and SIE or ability to obtain.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, placing a high priority on accuracy and organization.
  • Problem solver with ability to research solutions and suggest resolutions.
  • Highly motivated with the ability to set priorities, multitask and monitor own workload to meet aggressive deadlines.
  • Takes initiative and has a strong work ethic.
  • Demonstrated experience working in a team environment with multiple tasks.
  • Highly proficient in Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Responsibilities
  • Develop marketing and due diligence materials such as private placement memorandums (PPM), pitch books and due diligence questionnaires (DDQs) for investment vehicles.
  • Prepare request for proposals, questionnaires and data requests related to investor due diligence.
  • Assist team with monthly, quarterly and year-end fund reporting as well as ad-hoc investor requests.
  • Work directly with investors, business development team and various other groups to communicate strategies, follow-up on investor/prospect specific inquiries and develop materials for use by the direct lending team, marketing team and other professionals as required.
  • Work across functions to obtain and synthesize information from the deal, reporting and accounting teams in order to prepare communication materials.
  • Conduct market and competitor research.
  • Create presentations and coordinate logistics for Annual General Meeting, investor meetings and conference calls.
  • Work on strategic projects for new business development initiatives.

Ares Management is a global investment manager that specializes in alternative investments across various asset classes, including credit, private equity, real estate, and infrastructure. The company offers investment solutions to a wide range of clients, such as institutional investors, corporations, and high-net-worth individuals, providing both primary and secondary investment opportunities. Ares Management's approach focuses on generating consistent returns by adapting to different market conditions and leveraging a collaborative investment strategy. Unlike many traditional investment firms, Ares emphasizes providing flexible capital to support businesses and create value for stakeholders and communities. The company earns revenue through management fees, performance fees, and investment income from its managed funds.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$3.2B

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1997

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What believers are saying

  • Acquisition of BootstrapLabs enhances Ares's AI strategy and operational efficiencies.
  • $100 million investment in League One Volleyball highlights growth in sports and entertainment sectors.
  • Partnership with Minor Hotels aligns with luxury travel recovery post-pandemic.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition in AI investment space post-BootstrapLabs acquisition.
  • Potential overextension in private equity market due to large-scale investments.
  • Talent retention challenges following departure of key partner to Nuveen Private Capital.

What makes Ares Management unique

  • Ares Management offers diverse investment solutions across credit, private equity, and real estate.
  • The firm leverages a collaborative investment approach to generate consistent returns.
  • Ares Management provides flexible capital to support businesses and create stakeholder value.

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