Avp/ Vice President, Wealth Management Distribution Attorney

Ares Management

New York, NY, United States
Base: $240,000 - $275,000; bonus/equity: discretio...
Legal and regulatory advisory
Wealth management solutions expertise
Negotiation of distribution agreements
The Counsel will advise on a broad range of legal and regulatory matters relating to the Ares Wealth Management Solutions business and maintain frameworks to support responsible growth

Job Summary

  • The Counsel will advise on a broad range of legal and regulatory matters relating to the Ares Wealth Management Solutions business and maintain frameworks to support responsible growth.
  • AWMS provides financial advisors and clients access to innovative investment opportunities across credit, private equity, real estate, and secondaries strategies backed by a global team and platform.
  • The firm offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, discretionary bonus, and comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k), mental health resources, and parental leave.

Matching Summary

The Counsel will advise on a broad range of legal and regulatory matters relating to the Ares Wealth Management Solutions business and maintain frameworks to support responsible growth.

Salary

Base: $240,000 - $275,000; Bonus/Equity: Discretionary Bonus; Benefits: Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, FSA, HSA, Life Insurance, Disability, EAP, Commuter Benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Legal and regulatory advisory
  • Wealth management solutions expertise
  • Negotiation of distribution agreements
  • Knowledge of U.S. Investment Company Act
  • Broker-dealer regulatory matters
  • Cross-jurisdictional legal compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative team environment
  • Growth mindset and learning agility
  • Strong interpersonal communication
  • Relationship-building skills
  • High attention to detail
  • Leadership potential

Key Requirements

  • JD degree with strong academic background
  • New York State law license in good standing
  • 4-8 years relevant legal experience
  • Experience at top-tier law firm or in-house
  • Ability to manage legal and commercial balance

Work Rights

New York State law license required

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