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 The Ares Legal & Compliance Department oversees and manages Ares’ global Legal, Regulatory and Compliance functions and programs. Under the leadership of the Global Chief Compliance Officer, the Compliance and Regulatory functions are comprised of teams that operate collaboratively with a global focus, including Regulatory, which oversees all global regulatory matters including the Advisers Act, Investment Company Act and FINRA; European and Asia Pacific Compliance, which oversees region-specific compliance and regulatory matters; Corporate Compliance, which administers global policies and central compliance and oversight functions; and Financial Crimes, which oversees Ares’ adherence to financial crimes-related rules and regulations. Ares is seeking an Associate to join our Regulatory Reporting team. The ideal candidate will be responsible assisting in the preparation and delivery of accurate and timely filings to the Firm’s regulators. They will particularly focus on filings to the SEC and CFTC with close work with Head of Regulatory Reporting to coordinate filings across all various jurisdictions. Primary Functions And Responsibilities Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Assist the Regulatory Reporting team in Legal and Compliance team with respect to regulatory submissions to the SEC, CFTC and other primary regulators pursuant to the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and related securities regulations and exemptions Perform testing of various controls in accordance with regulatory requirements, best practices and industry guidance Collect, review and organize information to support assessment results Assist in the continuous assessment of the firm’s risk and controls Possess a strong working knowledge of the firm’s compliance policies and procedures Keep current on laws and regulations, particularly those promulgated by the SEC and other regulators which may affect the investment advisers and investment companies Work collaboratively with cross-functional members of the Firm’s global Finance & Accounting, Investment Operations, Legal, and Technology departments Assist the Regulatory Reporting team in coordinating with members of the global Compliance team to drive efficiency across data provided to regulators across all jurisdictions Assist in development and documentation of controls supporting the Regulatory Reporting program Provide reporting to the senior leadership team, as requested Assist with ad hoc projects, assignments, and initiatives Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s Degree required Advanced Degree a plus Proficiency in Microsoft Suite Experience Required: 3-5 years of experience with direct experience in investment management, similar services industry in fixed income or private equity setting in a Legal and Compliance department Knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act, Investment Company Act and other federal security laws Exceptionally detail oriented and analytical Self-motivated and proactive with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines Ability to work with teams across various global office locations Process engineer; proven project management experience General Requirements: Ability to successfully manage multiple complexes, time sensitive priorities and competing demands with multiple stakeholders by leveraging a hands-on approach Strong time management and prioritization skills; ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment; results oriented Strong attention to detail, highly organized and process-driven; high accuracy Ability to extract meaningful information from extensive research and analysis to effectively present facts and findings in a digestible format, a keen eye for attention to detail A self-directed individual with a can-do attitude, willing to work in an energetic, collaborative, and fast-paced environment, proactive in nature, and a proven ability to resolve issues with minimal supervision Proven outstanding communication (written and verbal), presentation, documentation, and interpersonal skills Strong sense of ownership and accountability; demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making Good judgment in terms of escalating issues vs. solving problems independently A solutions-oriented, self-starter and ability to see the big picture Ability to be flexible in terms of hours to coordinate with team members across various time zones Dependable, great attitude, highly motivated and a team player Reporting Relationships 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 - $115,000 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.