Associate, Portfolio Company Value Creation, Opportunistic Credit

Ares Management

Los Angeles, California, US
Base: $130,000.00 - $185,000.00; bonus/equity: dis...
Onsite
Value creation plans
Performance management systems
Data enablement and ai
The Opportunistic Credit Group combines rigorous business underwriting with hands-on operational engagement to unlock value in businesses undergoing transformation or inflection

Job Summary

  • The Opportunistic Credit Group combines rigorous business underwriting with hands-on operational engagement to unlock value in businesses undergoing transformation or inflection.
  • The Associate will help architect value creation plans and lead implementation of priority initiatives across the portfolio, translating investment theses into practical, sequenced, and measurable actions.
  • Ares offers robust benefits including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, mental health support, and financial wellness benefits.

Matching Summary

The Opportunistic Credit Group combines rigorous business underwriting with hands-on operational engagement to unlock value in businesses undergoing transformation or inflection.

Salary

Base: $130,000.00 - $185,000.00; Bonus/Equity: discretionary performance-based bonus; Benefits: robust Benefits offerings

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Value creation plans
  • Performance management systems
  • Data enablement and AI
  • KPI frameworks
  • AI-driven operating models
  • Operational engagement

Nice-to-have

  • High trust apprenticeship model
  • Builder mindset
  • Pragmatic execution ability
  • High emotional intelligence
  • Welcoming and inclusive work environment

Key Requirements

  • 2-3 years in management consulting or investment banking
  • 2+ years in an operating role
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Clear evidence of initiative implementation

Work Rights

Not specified

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