Associate, Talent Management (Real Estate)

Ares Management Corporation•New York, NY

1d•$100,000 - $125,000

About The Position

The Talent Management Associate is a key member of the Talent Management team who supports HR Business Partners and assigned client groups through employee lifecycle coordination, annual talent processes, headcount tracking, reporting, and day-to-day talent management support. This role partners closely with HR Operations, Talent Development, Talent Acquisition, Rewards, and Legal to deliver a responsive, accurate, and well-governed employee experience in a fast-paced, evolving environment. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is process-oriented, highly organized, takes initiative, flexible, and eager to grow in a dynamic HR environment. This role is well suited for someone with foundational HR experience who is motivated to deepen their skills while supporting a fast-paced, evolving organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required
3-5 years of experience in Human Resources
HR Operational experience strongly preferred (Workday experience is a plus)
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, with the ability to synthesize information into clear, well-structured outputs
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across a global matrixed HR and business environment
Clear and professional communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear written summaries, polished presentations, and concise updates for HRBP and stakeholder discussions
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, with the ability to operate independently and navigate complexity in a global organization
Flexible, adaptable, and proactive, with a positive, solutions-oriented mindset
Strong ownership, accountability, and judgment, with the ability to determine when to escalate issues versus resolve independently
Flexibility in working hours during peak periods and to support time-sensitive business priorities

Nice To Haves

Experience leveraging AI tools to improve productivity, analysis, or work product is a plus

Responsibilities

Support Global/Lead HR Business Partner(s) in delivering HR support to assigned business/client groups
Assist with routine talent management inquiries for designated employee populations, escalating more complex matters to senior HR Business Partners as appropriate
Support routine operational HRBP activities, including employee lifecycle changes such as transfers, data updates, promotions, reporting changes, and related coordination
Provide support for employee transition processes, including relevant documentation, coordination, and exit interviews
Prepare and maintain monthly and quarterly reporting for relevant business units, including position management, headcount tracking, and hiring-related updates
Develop working knowledge of relevant employment policies and processes and partner with HR Business Partners, HR Operations, and Legal as appropriate
Support the Talent Management team with executing projects in support of the strategic agenda and annual priorities
Support annual HR processes including performance management, promotions and calibration sessions