Senior Associate, Portfolio Compliance

Job description

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 SUMMARY Join one of the industry's leading alternative investment managers as part of a high-impact Investment Operations team supporting a rapidly growing global business. This role offers the opportunity to shape and evolve the Portfolio Compliance function by partnering closely with Portfolio Managers, Legal, Compliance, Technology, and senior leadership. Beyond day-to-day oversight, you will drive strategic initiatives, enhance technology and automation, influence process design, and help scale the firm's operating model as the business continues to grow. Why join us: Play a key role supporting one of the world's largest and fastest-growing alternative investment platforms. Partner directly with senior investment professionals and cross-functional leaders. Lead initiatives that improve technology, automation, and operational scalability. Take ownership of high-profile projects with visibility across the organization. Join a collaborative team where innovation, continuous improvement, and professional development are encouraged and rewarded. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES Portfolio Compliance Oversight Own the portfolio compliance oversight framework for a diverse and growing global investment platform Serve as a trusted advisor to interpret investment guidelines and regulatory requirements, translating them into implementable compliance rules and operational controls Lead daily pre‑ and post‑trade compliance monitoring across assigned portfolios, ensuring adherence to regulatory and client‑mandated investment guidelines Review and resolve exceptions, escalating material issues and recommending corrective actions Oversee the coding, testing, and validation of new or updated compliance rules within monitoring systems Strengthen the control environment by identifying process gaps, designing enhancements, and implementing sustainable solutions Cross-Functional Collaboration Build trusted partnerships across Portfolio Management, Investor Relations, Legal, Compliance, Technology, and Data teams to solve complex business challenges and deliver scalable operational solutions. Support onboarding of new accounts, products, and investment strategies by reviewing guidelines and ensuring operational feasibility Project & Change Management Participate in strategic initiatives that modernize the Portfolio Compliance operating model through automation, technology enhancements, and process redesign Partner with Technology and Data to deliver new system capabilities and improve data quality across the investment lifecycle Drive continuous improvement by proposing and implementing process optimizations Reporting & Analytics Prepare and review compliance reporting for senior management, and external clients Analyze trends in compliance exceptions and operational metrics to identify emerging risks or improvement opportunities Support ad‑hoc data requests, audits, and regulatory inquiries with accuracy and professionalism QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION A Bachelor’s degree is required. Experience Required 5+ years of experience in portfolio compliance or a related function within operations Experience interacting directly with senior stakeholders Experience collaborating with cross-function teams like Portfolio Management, Investor Relations, Legal, Compliance, and Technology Experience with portfolio compliance monitoring platforms (Allvue experience preferred) Proven track record resolving complex compliance exceptions and testing General Requirements Demonstrated ability to think critically, exercise sound judgment, and solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment. Strong understanding of investment products, including private credit, fixed income, derivatives, and commingled vehicles. Ability to interpret complex investment guidelines and translate them into practical operational controls. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across Investment Management, Legal, Compliance, Technology, and Operations. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a strong attention to detail. Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset and a passion for enhancing processes through technology and automation. Strong analytical and technical skills, including proficiency in Excel and experience working with large data sets and workflow systems. Comfortable operating in a dynamic, collaborative environment with a high degree of ownership and accountability. Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as the Investment Company Act, UCITS, and ERISA Reporting Relationships Managing Director, Treasury Operations 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. $130,000 - $150,000 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.