Associate, European Liquid Credit Investor Relations in London

The Ares Global Liquid Credit Group is a leading participant in non-investment grade corporate credit markets, with approximately $55 billion of assets under management as of March 31, 2026. The group delivers investment solutions that enable traditional fixed income investors to access syndicated loans and high yield bond markets, while capturing opportunities across traded corporate credit.

Core strategies include syndicated loans (including managed CLOs), high yield bonds, and multi-asset credit.

Ares Management’s Credit Group is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Associate to join the European Liquid Credit Product Management and Investor Relations team in London. The successful candidate will sit within the investment team and partner closely with the lead Product Specialist to support investor relations activities. Responsibilities include:

• Client communications, market and competitor analysis, preparation of marketing materials, and management of investor data and reporting.
• Support Product Specialists in delivering strategy and product insights to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Contribute across key strategies, including commingled funds (e.g., high yield UCITS products) and separately managed accounts.
• Ares-managed European CLOs and global CLO equity fundraising initiatives (closed-end).
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual portfolio reporting, as well as respond to ad hoc investor requests.
• Develop and maintain qualitative and quantitative content for consultant databases and RFPs across syndicated loan, high yield, and multi-asset credit strategies.
• Assist in the creation and ongoing enhancement of client-facing materials, including presentations, fund updates, and marketing collateral.
• Update and tailor materials to reflect evolving market conditions and client requirements.
• Build strong working relationships with cross-functional teams, including portfolio management, marketing, compliance, legal, risk, performance, operations, and HR.
• Partner with the U.S. Product Management team on global initiatives and mandates.
• Identify and implement efficiencies to improve data collection, organization, and reporting processes.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of data across all client and marketing materials.
• Support client engagement activities, including meeting preparation, agenda development, and material customization.

Education
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university, preferably in a related field (economics, finance, accounting, or marketing).

Experience Required
3+ years of experience in the financial industry, preferably within fixed income or credit markets.

• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling materials.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a team-oriented environment.
• Proactive, accountable, and process-driven work ethic.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative approach.

Reporting Relationships: Principal, Global Liquid Credit IR