RFP Writer

Job Description Ares Management is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment to join the Ares RFP Team to support marketing and investor relations activities. The RFP Writer will support various product management teams across Ares by leveraging firm-wide resources to respond to Requests for Proposals ("RFPs"), Requests for Information ("RFIs"), Due Diligence Questionnaires ("DDQs"), and ad-hoc queries for clients/prospective investors. This role is integral to the business development efforts of the firm and will work closely with various teams to ensure that all responses are compelling, accurate, and completed on a timely basis. Primary Functions & Responsibilities Manages coordination and timely completion of RFPs, RFIs and DDQs – including compiling existing language, creating new language as needed, and reviewing documents to ensure high quality, error‑free final responses. Builds thorough understanding of the firm’s products and investment strategies to facilitate accurate and consistent creation of proposals. Demonstrated familiarity with RFP management platforms (e.g., Loopio, RFPIO, Responsive, or similar) and willing to stay current with emerging tools. Strong interest in leveraging technology to streamline RFP processes and improve team efficiency. Ability to evaluate, adopt, and optimize RFP technologies to enhance content management and workflow automation. Comfortable learning new systems and using data‑driven tools to improve proposal quality and delivery timelines. Collaborates closely with product management and relationship management teams to promptly respond to client‑driven requests. Works closely with subject matter experts from across the organization, including compliance, legal, risk, ESG, operations, finance, and technology teams to write and edit standard and/or craft customized language as needed. Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing, and ability to work directly with senior team members under tight deadlines. Reviews, proofreads, and checks qualitative and quantitative content for accuracy, including questionnaires and industry databases. Liaises with other internal support departments to obtain data, supporting documentation, and other responsive information. Works with outsourced consultant database population vendor for all active strategies; review/audit qualitative and quantitative firm/strategy information including performance, AUM and characteristics. Updates and manages proposal content in a third‑party database (Loopio), ensuring integrity and quality of internally stored content. Works confidently with quantitative personnel and AUM data. Becomes a champion of the RFP Process to internal partners, initiating innovative ideas and creative approaches to increase efficiency and further the goals of the RFP Process and the work product of the team. Possesses ability to pivot and work on multiple strategies/asset classes as needed. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or international equivalent, preferably in economics, finance, accounting, or marketing. Experience Required 3‑6 years in financial industry experience in an investor relations role and experience with RFPs preferred. Experience with formatting, reviewing and proofreading of materials for content and grammar. General Requirements Strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with subject matter experts across multiple departments, with the ability to articulate clear responses. Highly organized with proven ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments; assumes personal responsibility for deliverables under tight deadlines, working well under pressure in a rapidly changing environment while maintaining the highest quality standards. Must be process- and detail-oriented, placing a high priority on accuracy with particular focus on qualitative and quantitative accuracy. Strong editorial judgement. Team player and self‑motivated with strong work ethic who proactively can improve processes and work independently. Desire and ability to work in dynamic, collaborative team environment with excellent interpersonal skills. Problem solver with ability to research solutions and suggest resolutions. Ability to stay calm and focused in fast-paced environment while juggling multiple concurrent deadlines. Working knowledge of asset management industry. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Salesforce, Loopio RFP software, Tableau, and PowerBI a plus. Compensation Base salary $100,000 - $120,000 with potential discretionary performance-based bonus. Total compensation may also include incentive pay. Benefits Robust benefits including Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program with company match; Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA); Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution; Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance; Long‑Term Disability (LTD) and Short‑Term Disability (STD) insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit; access to a world‑class medical advisory team; mental health app with coaching, therapy, and psychiatry; mindfulness and wellbeing app; financial wellness benefit with access to a financial advisor; new parent leave; reproductive and adoption assistance; emergency backup care; matching gift program; education sponsorship program; and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ares Management