Vice President, Asset Management, Real Estate Japan

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 Key Responsibilities Asset Management & Portfolio Strategy Develop and execute medium- and long-term business plans for assets held within REIT and private fund portfolios. Prepare and manage annual operating budgets, forecasts, and strategic asset plans. Design and implement asset-level initiatives aimed at maximizing fund performance and long-term value creation. Monitor portfolio performance and proactively identify opportunities to enhance asset returns and operational efficiency. Support portfolio-level decision-making through rigorous analysis and strategic recommendations. Value Creation & Performance Enhancement Lead initiatives to improve asset profitability and maximize portfolio income. Identify and execute strategies to enhance NOI and investment returns. Collaborate with leasing, property management, development, and investment teams to implement value-enhancing initiatives. Evaluate asset performance against business plans and recommend corrective actions where necessary. Investment Analysis & Transaction Management Conduct Hold/Sell analyses and asset reviews to support investment decision-making. Lead asset disposition initiatives, including transaction planning, due diligence coordination, and execution. Support acquisition and disposition closings in partnership with internal and external stakeholders. Prepare financial analyses and business cases to support strategic asset management decisions. Build and analyze cash flow models to evaluate investment scenarios and portfolio strategies. Reporting & Stakeholder Management Prepare asset-level, portfolio-level, and investor reporting materials. Present investment performance, business plans, and strategic initiatives to internal stakeholders and fund management teams. Coordinate with institutional investors and stakeholders on portfolio updates and reporting requirements. Manage relationships with lenders, advisors, consultants, legal counsel, valuation firms, and other external partners. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Investment Management, Fund Management, Property Management, Leasing, Development, Finance, and Legal teams to execute business plans. Contribute to broader platform initiatives and strategic projects. Support continuous improvement of asset management processes, analytics, and reporting capabilities. Share knowledge and best practices across teams to strengthen overall platform performance. Additional Job Description Qualifications Required Experience Minimum 5 years of real estate asset management experience. Experience gained within asset management companies, investment managers, investment banks, financial institutions, insurance companies, trading houses, or other institutional investment organizations. Proven experience managing commercial real estate investments and executing asset-level business plans. Strong financial modeling and cash flow analysis capabilities. Demonstrated ability to evaluate and execute asset management initiatives that drive investment performance. Preferred Experience Real estate acquisition and disposition experience. Exposure to logistics, industrial, office, retail, or alternative real estate asset classes. Business-level English, particularly for reading and written communication. Experience leading or mentoring junior team members. Institutional investor interaction and reporting experience. Technical Skills Financial modeling and valuation analysis. Asset-level budgeting and forecasting. Hold/Sell and investment return analysis. Portfolio performance monitoring and reporting. Strong analytical and quantitative skills. Advanced Excel and presentation capabilities. Core Competencies Strong ownership mentality and accountability. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to lead projects independently while collaborating across multiple functions. Strategic thinking combined with strong execution capabilities. High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work. Ability to thrive in dynamic and evolving business environments. Creative problem-solving mindset and continuous improvement orientation. Reporting Relationships Principal, Portfolio Management Asset Management, Real Estate Japan 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.