Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Ares Management Corporation • New York, NY

150d • $225,000 - $300,000

About The Position

Ares is looking for an experienced Senior Human Resources Business Partner to join the Global Human Resources team. HR Business Partners (HRBPs) deliver best in class services to their clients to drive individual, team and Firm performance. They serve as a positive change agent and partner with business leadership to define and drive a strategic people agenda that is focused on continuously elevating the talent bar and employee experience within their assigned groups and across the Firm. Ares is a fast-paced, high growth and rapidly changing environment; to succeed, the HRBP will need a flexible skill set, including the ability to think strategically, execute tactically, and collaborate across many teams, levels, and situations. Recent acquisitions have enhanced Ares’ capabilities in high-conviction sectors, including digital infrastructure. The Senior HRBP will be expected to partner with leadership to build out and scale this growing business. As well, the individual will provide exceptional advisory services to management and employees on a range of human resources issues while considering internal policy, best practices, relevant legislative frameworks, culture and desired commercial outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• 12+ years of experience in Human Resources and at least 8 years in an HR Business Partner or other client-facing role
• Prior alternate asset management/financial services, Private Equity and/or Investment Banking experience required
• Strong Microsoft office skills, especially Excel and Powerpoint
• Experience with Workday is a plus

Nice To Haves

• Strong bias for action, tireless work ethic, and thrive in a fast-paced, high volume environment
• Ability to operate effectively across the full range of HR disciplines and work with managers and colleagues at all levels
• Exceptional client relationship skills; able to quickly establish credibility with the business and influence outcomes
• Hands-on approach, with the ability to stay organized while managing multiple priorities and competing demands
• Ability to operate with autonomy and discretion
• Demonstrate the highest levels of judgment and integrity
• Comfortable in dealing with ambiguity and uncertainty in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• High accuracy and detail orientation
• Expertise in organizational design and workforce transformation
• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, and integrations, including due diligence and change management
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills to drive evidence-based HR strategies
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Maintain professionalism and composure in high-pressure situations
• Dependable, great attitude, highly motivated and a team player
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately

Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for managers and employees on day-to-day HR matters (leavers, joiners, employee relations matters, employee inquiries, policy interpretation, etc.)
• Coach and advise leaders on management and organizational issues, including overall talent strategy, organizational design, structure, and succession planning
• Opportunities to strengthen the employee experience, build morale and increase productivity and retention
• Headcount planning & budgeting, both annually and on an ongoing basis
• Providing feedback to employees, career development, managing underperformers, disciplinary actions, and separations
• Facilitate the execution of key annual processes including performance management, promotion, compensation and headcount planning and budgeting
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues; conduct effective, thorough and objective investigations
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees; partner with the legal department on complex matters
• Facilitate voluntary and involuntary separations and conduct exit interviews
• Partner with HR functional teams to execute business priorities and drive results, including Talent Acquisition, Reward, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Talent Development & Community Engagement, and HR Operations
• Lead projects involving policy/program development and be involved in strategic HR efforts including acquisitions and the establishment of new offices
• Stay abreast of market developments to ensure ability to proactively provide business with valuable market insight

Benefits

• 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)
• Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit
• Access to a world-class medical advisory team
• Mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees