Ares Management · 6 days ago
Senior Associate, Alternative Credit
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$170K/yr - $200K/yr
6+ years expAres Management is a leading participant in the global asset-based finance markets, and they are seeking a Senior Associate to join their Alternative Credit Group in the New York office. The role focuses on sourcing, structuring, and underwriting asset-based financing and forward flow transactions to deliver strong risk-adjusted returns for insurance balance sheets.
Asset ManagementBusiness DevelopmentCreditFinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Financial Modeling & Analysis: Thoroughly analyze and underwrite potential investments including reviews of collateral tapes, historical performance, facility structure, and develop quantitative models to conduct scenario analysis. Strong proficiency with Intex or Python preferred
Due Diligence: Lead due diligence processes including management due diligence, data analysis, and lead all third party work flows including counsel, rating agencies, and other groups as appropriate to facilitate successful closing of transactions
Documentation: Lead documentation processes and negotiations with counterparties. Significant expertise in assembling term sheets, commitment letters, and driving the execution of definitive transaction documents is required
Portfolio Management: Provide active input for active portfolio management of transactions in portfolio. This includes providing oversight and input on transactions and working with portfolio managers to actively manage and continuously assess risk and exposure across the portfolios
Qualification
Required
Superior academic achievement at a top tier undergraduate program is required
6+ years of finance experience with direct exposure to asset-backed transactions, with a preference for investment banking or buyside experience and familiarity with insurance capital
Demonstrated track record in sourcing and executing privately originated asset-based opportunities
Strong verbal and written communication skills that demonstrate an ability to articulate a clear, concise analysis of investment risk and relative value
Self-motivated and driven; ability to work effectively in a collegial, fast moving, demanding, and dynamic environment
Evidence of intellectual curiosity, creative problem-solving skills, and adaptability
Sophisticated financial modeling and analytical capabilities
Preferred
Strong proficiency with Intex or Python preferred
Benefits
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)
Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit
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
Company
Ares Management
Ares Management is an alternative asset manager focusing on credit, private equity, and real estate.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.4B2025-10-29Post Ipo Equity· $1.5B
2025-01-09Post Ipo Equity· $2.3B
2024-10-09Post Ipo Debt· $750M
Leadership Team
Michael Arougheti
Director, Co-Founder & Current CEO
Antony Ressler
Co-Founder, Director and Executive Chairman
Recent News
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