Vice President, Government Affairs (Policy)

Ares Management Corporation•Arlington, VA

5d•$185,000 - $225,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ares Management Corporation is looking to hire a Vice President to join its Government Affairs team. This role is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic self-starter to help build and maintain Ares’ Government Affairs function. The Government Affairs function plays a crucial role in advancing the mission and objectives of Ares and our investors by engaging with policymakers across the globe, staying ahead of and responding to legislative and regulatory developments, and driving thought leadership and advocacy. The Vice President of Government Affairs will play a crucial role in building out the Government Affairs function. In this role, the ideal candidate will be responsible for executing on our policy agenda through monitoring policy developments, developing Ares viewpoints, and engaging in advocacy on behalf of the firm. We are looking for a self-directed individual who is a strong written and verbal communicator, is excited to partner with others and can work cross-functionally to execute on aligned priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree is required
8-10 years of relevant experience working in or with legislative, regulatory, or executive branch agencies
Prior experience in government affairs for financial services
Prior experience writing and contributing to comment letters, drafting legislative language, and developing policy viewpoints for financial services
Detailed understanding of and relationships with financial services policymakers
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Extensive policy, advocacy, and analytical expertise
Superior written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to create content for specified audiences
Demonstrated ability to drive consensus among a diverse array of interests and priorities
Exceptional client service orientation and ability to collaborate cross functionally
Outstanding organizational skills with strong attention to detail
Strong time management and prioritization skills
Good judgment in terms of escalating issues vs. solving problems independently
Comfort in dealing with ambiguity and uncertainty in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Proven ability to learn quickly, display flexibility and adaptability
Political awareness, discretion and demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and high impact matters
Highest degree of integrity and ethics

Nice To Haves

MPA, MPP, MBA, JD, CFA preferred

Responsibilities

Partner with the Head of Government Affairs in executing the Government Affairs function strategy
Monitor and assess impact of policy developments relevant to Ares and the alternative investment management industry
Anticipate and assess opportunity, change, and potential risks in the legislative, regulatory, and political realms
Shape legislative, regulatory, and administrative policies affecting the alternative investment industry
Coordinate, participate in and manage Ares’ membership with trade groups
Prepare briefing and presentation materials for engagements with policymakers, regulators, investors and other stakeholders
Provide technical recommendations on legislative and regulatory proposals, collaborating closely with other teams to ensure alignment of views across the firm
Represent Ares at meetings with government officials or staff, related events, and other relevant forums
Collaborate closely with the Communications and Public Investor Relations teams, as well as other internal teams to ensure alignment between government affairs strategies, external communication and Ares’ overall objectives
Provide oversight and direction for external government affairs resources, where appropriate
From time to time, assist with portfolio company matters involving government stakeholders