Vice President

Role Overview Ares Management is hiring a Vice President to join its U.S. Direct Lending Group (DLG) credit platform in Boston. DLG is one of the largest self-originating direct lenders, with over 230 investment professionals across the U.S., providing investors access to senior secured loans, private high yield, mezzanine, and select minority equity investments. Key Responsibilities Underwrite, execute, and negotiate new private credit transactions Lead transactions from initial deal sourcing through closing, focused on debt financings for leveraged buyouts, acquisitions, recapitalizations, and restructurings Develop relationships with the private equity sponsor community and capital markets participants Oversee investment memorandums for deal screening and formal investment committee approval Lead the due diligence process and legal documentation process Mentor junior members of the investment team Qualifications 6+ years of experience in underwriting and execution, focused on direct lending or credit-related transactions Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or an MBA Proven track record developing relationships with private equity sponsors and lending partners Strong financial modeling and capital structure expertise across bank loans, senior unsecured debt, and subordinated debt Compensation & Location Based in Ares' Boston office, reporting to the Partner, Credit. Anticipated base salary range $150,000-$185,000, plus a discretionary performance-based bonus and Ares' full benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr