AVP/ Sr. Associate, Portfolio Management (Credit)

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 PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES will provide support for the monitoring of Ares Direct Lending Group European corporate debt and equity investments, including general portfolio management, quarterly valuation and reporting, supporting the potential restructuring of investments with senior investment professionals, as well as supporting ongoing fund raising and Key responsibilities include: Core responsibility of monitoring corporate debt and equity investment Providing assistance to deal teams with assigned investments and general portfolio management including quarterly valuation and reporting Supporting potential restructuring with detailed Excel financial models including cash flow analysis, and related capital structure restructuring analysis Utilizing firm's proprietary software tools for company tracking Performing and helping manage mark-to-market quarter end valuations and process Analyzing portfolio trends and market leverage and price development. Another key responsibility is supporting SBS teams: Oversee day-to-day operations of the SBS team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Mentor and coach team members, fostering skill development and succession planning. Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Lead and support cross-functional projects, ensuring timely execution and quality outcomes Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation across functions. QUALIFICATIONS Experience Required: 10–15 years of relevant alternate investments, credit, or lending experience Strong intellect with solid quantitative, financial and analytical skills and attention to details General Requirements: Self-motivated; thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments Strong attention to detail Creative problem-solving skills High integrity and trustworthiness Advanced Excel and Power BI skills Reporting Relationships Vice President, Strategic Initiatives 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. Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across the credit, real estate, private equity and infrastructure asset classes. We seek to provide flexible capital to support businesses and create value for our stakeholders and within our communities. By collaborating across our investment groups, we aim to generate consistent and attractive investment returns throughout market cycles. As of March 31, 2026, Ares Management's global platform had approximately $644 billion of assets under management(1) with more than 4,400 employees operating across North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. For more information, please visit www.aresmgmt.com. Ares Management LLC (together with its related operating and administrative subsidiaries, "Ares Management") is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, creed, sex, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity and expression, transgender status, genetic information, status as unemployed, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Ares Management will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. (1) As of March 31, 2026. AUM amounts include funds managed by Ivy Hill Asset Management, LP., a wholly owned portfolio company of Ares Capital Corporation and registered investment adviser.