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
Ares Management is seeking a highly motivated, intellectually curious and
commercially minded RFP Writer to join the Global Client Solutions RFP Team.
This role sits at the center of the fundraising and investor diligence process,
partnering closely with relationship managers, product teams, investment
professionals and subject matter experts to deliver compelling, accurate and
timely responses to RFPs, RFIs, DDQs and other investor-driven requests.
The RFP Writer will help drive high-quality execution across the full response
lifecycle from intake and AI-assisted content development through review,
production and final delivery, while developing a deep understanding of Ares’
investment strategies, platform capabilities and client needs. The successful
candidate will bring strong writing judgment, project management discipline,
attention to detail and the ability to use technology thoughtfully to improve
speed, consistency and quality in a fast-paced, global environment.
Ares is a flat, flexible, and dynamic organization. The firm fosters a culture
of collaboration, entrepreneurialism, integrity and partnership, both internally
amongst colleagues and externally amongst clients and other stakeholders. The
Ares team operates with a growth mindset, communicates transparently, and
cultivates a high-performance and results-oriented environment.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to: VP, Global Client Solutions, RFP
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
* Own and project manage RFPs, RFIs, DDQs and ad-hoc investor requests from
intake through final delivery, balancing timelines, stakeholders and
competing priorities.
* Partner with relationship management, product strategy, investment teams and
subject matter experts to create clear, differentiated and responsive
investor materials.
* Customize proposal language to address investor priorities and diligence
themes while maintaining consistency with approved messaging.
* Develop strong knowledge of Ares’ strategies, products, performance data,
platform capabilities and corporate infrastructure to support accurate
content creation.
* Review and validate qualitative and quantitative content, including
questionnaires, datasets and consultant database submissions, with a focus on
accuracy and quality control.
* Maintain and govern proposal content across RFP technology platforms,
including AI enablement, content reuse and alignment with firm standards.
* Leverage AI-enabled tools, data and process improvements to enhance drafting
efficiency, response quality, workflow transparency and the stakeholder
experience.
* Apply sound judgment when using AI-assisted content, validating accuracy,
tone, sourcing and alignment with approved messaging before materials are
shared.
* Serve as a collaborative, solutions-oriented partner with strong
communication skills and accountability under tight deadlines.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
* Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or international equivalent,
preferably in a related field (economics, finance, accounting, or marketing).
Experience Required:
* 3-6 years of experience in the financial services or asset management
industry, ideally in RFP, investor relations, client service, product
strategy, due diligence or a related fundraising support function.
* Demonstrated experience managing complex written deliverables from intake
through final delivery, including drafting, editing, stakeholder
coordination, quality control and deadline management.
* Experience using, implementing or optimizing RFP, proposal automation,
knowledge management or AI-enabled workflow tools is preferred.
General Requirements:
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to
distill complex investment, platform and operational information into clear,
accurate and persuasive responses.
* Strong project management skills, with the ability to organize workstreams,
manage timelines, coordinate stakeholders and drive multiple concurrent
deliverables to completion.
* Proactive mindset with the ability to identify process improvements, adopt
AI-enabled tools and contribute ideas that enhance team efficiency, content
quality and response consistency.
* High attention to detail and commitment to quality, particularly when
reviewing written materials, quantitative data, performance information and
client-facing content.
* Ability to operate effectively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced,
evolving environment while remaining calm, organized and solutions-oriented.
* Collaborative team player who builds strong working relationships across
functions, demonstrates accountability and communicates proactively with
internal partners.
* Intellectual curiosity and interest in developing a strong understanding of
asset management, investment strategies, private markets and the
institutional investor diligence process.
* Working knowledge of the asset management industry and familiarity with
private markets or alternative investment products preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with Salesforce, PowerBI or AI-enabled workflow, content
management and reporting tools a plus.
Reporting Relationships
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.
$100,000 - $120,000
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.
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Work at office, Flexible hours