Principal / Managing Director, Private Equity Product Specialist (Wealth Management Solutions)

InforCapital, partnership; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Ares Management is searching for a Principal or Managing Director, Private Equity Product Specialist in New York. This senior role acts as the primary liaison between portfolio managers and the salesforce, engaging with financial advisors. Responsibilities include providing market insights and fund updates, delivering presentations, and participating in industry conferences. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in private equity, strong communication skills, and a strategic mindset.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in private equity or related fields.
• Ability to communicate complex market insights effectively.
• Proven track record in driving strategic product distribution.

Responsibilities

• Liaise between portfolio managers and AWMS salesforce.
• Partner with sales to deliver market insights to financial advisors.
• Engage in speaking opportunities at industry conferences.

Skills

Private Equity expertise

Sales and marketing collaboration

Presentation skills

Strategic planning

Education

Master's degree in finance or related field

Job description

LocationNew York, United States## About This RoleAres Management is seeking a Principal or Managing Director, Private Equity Product Specialist within its Wealth Management Solutions (AWMS) division in New York. This senior role bridges the firms Private Equity and Secondaries investment teams with the global wealth distribution network, a team of 175+ professionals backing one of the most resourced wealth distribution platforms in the alternatives industry.The Product Specialist will serve as the primary liaison between Ares Private Equity and Secondaries portfolio managers and the AWMS salesforce, driving strategic direction for PE and Secondaries product distribution in the wealth channel. A key focus will be on Ares semi-liquid Private Equity Secondaries solution, the Ares Private Markets Fund (APMF).Core responsibilities include partnering with sales to meet financial advisors — through 1:1 meetings, small group sessions, and large-scale presentations — to deliver private equity and secondaries market insights and fund updates. The role also involves headline speaking engagements at industry conferences and serving as first-call resource for sales and marketing teams on PE and Secondaries strategy.Ares Management is a leading global alternative investment manager with approximately $450 billion in assets under management across credit, private equity, real estate, infrastructure, and secondaries strategies.