Product Manager, Legal & Compliance Systems

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 is seeking a dynamic and motivated Technology Product Manager to join our growing Legal & Compliance Technology team. This individual will play a critical role in driving the development and implementation of technological solutions that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our Legal and Compliance functions. The ideal candidate will work closely with stakeholders to define, track, and execute key projects, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives. They will act as a strategic liaison between business strategy, operations, and technology teams, designing and managing products that support organizational goals. This role requires a proactive mindset to identify opportunities for improvement, leverage innovative technologies, and ensure seamless integration of systems and processes. The Product Manager will be responsible for the full product lifecycle—from ideation and design through implementation and post-launch support—while collaborating with cross-functional teams including IT, Legal, Compliance, and external vendors. A strong background in product management, particularly within technology, legal and compliance domains, is essential, along with exceptional leadership and communication skills. The successful candidate will also prioritize and implement product and system enhancements to drive operational efficiency, with a primary focus on Legal & Compliance product offerings. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Provide product expertise, and support for initiatives related to product development, Legal & Compliance operational and process improvements, vendor management, product documentation, and/or system releases. Collaborate with the Legal & Compliance team members on technology roadmap and ongoing deliverables; Proactively manage demand and competing priorities. Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in managing, designing, and implementing existing and new systems. This includes capturing business requirements, designing technical solutions, and working with internal and external partners to deliver stable solutions. Act as the "keeper (and communicator) of the vision" to translate the product strategy and vision developed with business stakeholders into scalable and operational technology deliverables. Lead and deliver executive reporting and other data-driven deliverables, with a focus on providing appropriate content, context, and structure in a precise and timely manner. Collaborate with other product owners and operational and technology teams to manage dependencies and priorities. Coordinates with other stakeholders, such as data and IT architects, to align product and platform architectures and capabilities according to agreed-upon goals. Leverage software development best practices - from design, requirement gathering, analysis, deployment, testing methodologies, change management, and production support. Oversee cross-functional teams and vendor/consulting resources. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum of 8 years of technology experience in portfolio or corporate compliance, covering Asset Management (Alternatives preferred). Bachelor's or higher degree – Background in technology preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Adaptable and able to work in a changing environment. Experience Required: 8 years of Legal & Compliance technology domain experience as a business analyst or product manager. Working knowledge of investor, fund, and investment lifecycle, specifically related to regulatory and compliance oversight. Experience in the Legal domain is required – working knowledge of some of the workflows covering matter and spend and matter management, Legal entity management, Side letter management etc. Experience in the Compliance domain is a plus – working knowledge of some of the workflows covering Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Transaction Monitoring, Know Your Customer (KYC), Conflicts Checks, Regulatory Reporting, etc. Experience with one or more (or comparable) Legal & Compliance platforms such as Simple Legal, GEMS, Ontra, Red Oak, ComplySci, Globa Relay etc. Track record of successfully implementing Legal & Compliance systems and taking end-to-end ownership of deliverables. Strong background in technology process mapping, end-user journey mapping, and detailed requirements gathering. The ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, adjust to changing priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The ability to lead collaborative working groups of multiple disciplines, manage project timelines and budgets, and drive results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data and insights to drive decision-making and continuous improvement. Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external partners, vendors, and consultants within the finance and technology industry. General Requirements: Ability to manage challenging workflow in-fast paced, dynamic organization, managing multiple assignments in a deadline-driven environment. Strong sense of ownership and accountability. Inquisitive and committed to continual improvement/learning. Organizational skills, demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and lead deliverables to completion. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization and influence decision-making. Ability to be flexible in terms of hours to coordinate with team members across time zones. Comfort in dealing with ambiguity and uncertainty in a dynamic environment. Dependable, great attitude, highly motivated, and a team player. Ability to resolve issues with minimal supervision. Strong strategic thinker and problem solver. Exceptional attention to detail. 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. $190,000 - $210,000 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, 2025, Ares Management's global platform had approximately $546 billion of assets under management(1) with more than 4,100 employees operating across North America, South 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, 2025. AUM amounts include funds managed by Ivy Hill Asset Management, LP., a wholly owned portfolio company of Ares Capital Corporation and registered investment adviser.

Salary : $190,000 - $210,000