Associate, Strategy, AIS

Growth Equity Interview Guide; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan with company match

Flexible savings accounts

Access to medical advisory team

Mental health and wellness support

Education sponsorship and professional

Job summary

Ares Management is seeking an Associate for the Insurance Solutions Strategy Group to perform financial analyses, build complex models, and prepare memos for investment decisions. You will support due diligence and closings while contributing to strategic projects across growth initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in investment banking/consulting, strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and a track record of integrity and multitasking under deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics or related field (MBA or CFA a plus)
• 7+ years of relevant investment banking, consulting, or principal investing experience
• Impeccable integrity and trustworthiness
• Self-motivated with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Creative problem solver with strong interpersonal skills
• Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed financial and market analysis for investment decisions
• Prepare complex financial models and screen new investment opportunities
• Draft investment committee memos and board presentations
• Analyze investment performance and maintain financial models
• Assist in investment closings and due diligence
• Support strategic projects for business development initiatives

Skills

7+ years of relevant investment bank/​

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Creative problem solver

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated and multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics or related field

MBA or CFA a plus

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Ares Management is looking for a motivated Associate to join their Ares Insurance Solutions Strategy Group. In this role, you’ll support the sourcing and evaluation of new initiatives, perform financial analyses, and assist in strategic projects. This is a great opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on growth and collaboration.

What You’ll Do

• Perform detailed financial and market analysis for investment decisions
• Prepare complex financial models and screen new investment opportunities
• Draft investment committee memos and board presentations
• Analyze investment performance and maintain financial models
• Assist in investment closings and due diligence
• Support strategic projects for business development initiatives

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics or related field (MBA or CFA a plus)
• 7+ years of relevant investment banking, consulting, or principal investing experience
• Impeccable integrity and trustworthiness
• Self-motivated with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Creative problem solver with strong interpersonal skills
• Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

What You’ll Love

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) program with company match
• Flexible savings and healthcare accounts
• Access to a world-class medical advisory team
• Support for mental health and wellness
• Education sponsorship and professional development opportunities

About the Firm

• Ares Management is a leading global alternative asset manager
• Approximately $572 billion in assets under management
• Focus on delivering attractive returns across various strategies
• Strong emphasis on collaboration and performance
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment