Ares Management · 21 hours ago
Regulatory Compliance Engineering Lead
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$225K/yr - $250K/yr
10+ years expAres Management is a leading alternative asset manager that has been successful for over 20 years, driven by its people and culture. They are seeking a Vice President, Regulatory Compliance Engineering Lead to oversee the engineering delivery and operational ownership of technology solutions for Regulatory Compliance functions, particularly AML/KYC processes.
Asset ManagementBusiness DevelopmentCreditFinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Lead engineering delivery and operational ownership for the Regulatory Compliance technology portfolio, with primary focus on AML/KYC workflows and supporting controls
Serve as the technical lead and escalation point for the Pega platform implementation supporting AML/KYC, ensuring robust design, performance, security, and maintainability
Partner with Compliance leadership and key stakeholders to translate regulatory needs into clear technical requirements, delivery plans, and measurable outcomes
Own end-to-end solution delivery: technical discovery, design, build, test, release, and production support, aligning with SDLC, change management, and audit expectations
Drive a strong engineering discipline: code quality, peer review, automated testing, CI/CD where applicable, environment management, and release governance
Establish and maintain integration patterns and data flows (APIs, batch, messaging/events as appropriate) to support compliance reporting, auditability, and downstream dependencies
Ensure solutions meet enterprise standards for security, identity/access controls, data governance, records retention, resiliency, and regulatory traceability
Build and lead a small team of engineers/technical resources: hiring input, coaching, task planning, performance feedback, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Collaborate cross-functionally with Enterprise Architecture, Information Security, Data/Analytics, Infrastructure, and adjacent application teams to manage dependencies and deliver cohesive outcomes
Manage vendors/partners as needed: delivery oversight, quality control, prioritization, and ensuring alignment with Ares’ standards and roadmap
Provide transparent, executive-ready reporting on progress, risks, issues, and remediation plans—especially for compliance-impacting items
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive technology experience, with significant hands-on delivery experience in Regulatory Compliance or adjacent risk/control domains
Demonstrated experience implementing and supporting AML/KYC technology processes and workflows
Experience in complex, regulated financial services; alternative asset management experience strongly preferred
Bachelor's degree required; Computer Science/Engineering background preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior business and technology partners
Pega platform expertise (required/critical), including hands-on experience designing, developing, and supporting Pega-based enterprise workflows (ideally within AML/KYC or similar regulated processes)
Strong software engineering fundamentals and hands-on development experience, including SQL (required), data analysis/troubleshooting, and comfort navigating complex data/process flows
Experience with at least one general-purpose language (e.g., Java, C#, Python, JavaScript) and integration patterns (REST APIs, services, batch)
SDLC rigor: testing strategies, release/change management, production support, incident/problem management
Domain knowledge across Regulatory Compliance technology ecosystem; experience with one or more of: Intapp (Conflicts clearance / intake workflows), Archer (GRC workflows, controls, issues management), Global Relay (surveillance/communications archiving & supervision), ComplySci / Comply (regulatory compliance monitoring and related workflows)
Experience building secure, audit-ready solutions with strong controls: access management, approvals, workflow traceability, evidence capture, and reporting
Demonstrated ability to lead small teams and deliver results through a mix of direct engineering contribution and team oversight
Vendor/SI management experience is a plus
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality outcomes
Strong ownership mindset with disciplined execution and attention to detail
Comfortable operating in ambiguity and translating evolving regulatory needs into durable technical solutions
Collaborative, service-oriented approach; able to build credibility with Compliance stakeholders and partner effectively across Corporate Technology
Willingness to flex hours as needed to support global stakeholders and production needs
Preferred
Experience in complex, regulated financial services; alternative asset management experience strongly preferred
Bachelor's degree required; Computer Science/Engineering background preferred
Vendor/SI management experience is a plus
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
And much more.
Company
Ares Management
Ares Management is an alternative asset manager focusing on credit, private equity, and real estate.
1001-5000 employees
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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