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Ares Management · 1 day ago

Associate, Product Management and Investor Relations, Liquid Credit

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$125K/yr - $145K/yr

2+ years exp

Ares Management is a leading participant in the non-investment grade corporate credit markets, with a strong commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment. They are seeking an Associate in the U.S. Liquid Credit Product Management and Investor Relations team to provide investor relations support, conduct market research, and manage data for various credit strategies.

Asset ManagementBusiness DevelopmentCreditFinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Support Product Specialists who provide information and expertise on firm strategies and products to clients and marketing teams

Produce monthly, quarterly and year-end portfolio reporting as well as ad-hoc investor requests

Develop and update qualitative and quantitative firm and strategy information in consultant databases and RFPs for syndicated loan, high yield bond and multi-asset credit strategies

Ensure integrity of data maintained in the centralized response database for RFP Team

Work closely with Product Specialists to build client materials and various prospect/marketing collateral, including PowerPoint presentations, updating market and fund specific data within existing materials on a monthly, quarterly or ad hoc basis

Tailor materials to reflect the current market environment and meet the needs of various users

Interface and develop strong working relationships with all internal subject matter experts of the firm including portfolio management, marketing, compliance, legal, performance, risk, operations, and human resources

Streamline processes by creating more efficient methods of gathering, sorting, accessing data

Ensure consistency of data and other information across all materials

Assist with and participate in client meetings including the preparation of agendas, coordination of participants, and customization of materials

Qualification

Financial industry experienceData managementCommunication skillsPowerPoint proficiencyFINRA licensesProblem-solving skillsTeamworkAttention to detailWork ethicInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university, preferably in a related field (economics, finance, accounting or marketing)

2-4 years in financial industry, preferably with experience in fixed income

Proven ability to apply judgment, creativity, and writing skills in developing and editing content

Exceptional attention to detail, placing a high priority on accuracy and organization

Problem solver with ability to research solutions and suggest resolutions

Strong work ethic including proactively addressing projects at hand and improving processes

Demonstrated experience working in a team environment with multiple tasks and strict deadlines

Superior verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and represent the firm in a professional manner

Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills

FINRA Series 7, 63 and SIE licenses required (or ability to obtain within 3 months from start date)