Associate Vice President, Talent Development Operations

Job Description Ares’ Associate Vice President, Talent Development Operations is responsible for the execution, logistics, systems, and delivery that power the Talent Development (TD) function. This role ensures learning programs run smoothly, efficiently, and consistently at scale, building and maintaining the operational “engine” that enables high‑quality learner experiences. It is an opportunity to join a fast‑paced, highly dynamic Human Resources team that is constantly innovating and striving to positively impact the people of Ares. Responsibilities Lead process enablement, systems administration, program delivery logistics, vendor governance, and operational insights. Establish and continuously improve standardized operating procedures, processes, and templates to ensure consistency and operational excellence. Drive seamless end‑to‑end execution across all Talent Development programs and workflows. Lead operational leadership: develop and mentor the Learning Operations team to deliver high‑quality, scalable support for all Talent Development initiatives. Oversee all aspects of learner support, facilitator coordination, and logistical readiness for in‑person and virtual learning experiences: manage scheduling, invitations, room and platform bookings, AV needs, and delivery materials. Continuously assess and enhance support quality using participant feedback, operational data, and performance metrics. Administer and govern the Learning Management System (LMS): set up courses and assignments, manage data integrity, permissions, and system integrations. Monitor attendance, completions, and post‑program evaluation results to ensure data accuracy and meaningful insights. Maintain strong data governance practices and ensure reliable, high‑quality reporting. Oversee enrollment management, learner communications, waitlist processes, and enterprise training calendars. Ensure proper administration and tracking of all compliance and required learning programs. Govern the Education Reimbursement Program, ensuring policy adherence and operational efficiency. Manage vendor relationships, onboarding, contracts, procurement activities, and invoicing processes. Track training budgets and partner closely with Finance, Legal, IT, and Procurement to support fiscal and operational alignment. Deliver accurate, timely dashboards and analytics on learning utilization, adoption, performance, and compliance, ensuring operational data is consistent, reliable, and actionable. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required. 8+ years of experience in learning operations, HR operations, talent development, or related fields. Experience administering a Learning Management System (LMS), including Workday Learning. Strong operational leadership with proven ability to scale systems, processes, and support models. Excellent project and program management skills. Experience managing vendors, contracts, and budgets. Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into insights. A builder mindset with a passion for operational excellence. Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite – particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Excellent problem‑solving capabilities and ability to work independently with limited guidance. Ability to balance multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and operate effectively within a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment. Ability to deliver excellent client service and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Proactive communication and strong professionalism. Collaborative team orientation and ability to influence and partner across functions. Comfortable navigating enterprise technologies and learning new systems quickly. Autonomous work style, take initiative, and manage multiple workstreams simultaneously without sacrificing accuracy or quality. Compensation & Benefits Base salary: $145,000‑$185,000, with discretionary performance‑based bonus. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, flexible savings accounts (FSA), health savings accounts (HSA), life insurance, long‑term and short‑term disability, employee assistance program, commuter benefits, world‑class medical advisory team, mental health app, mindfulness and wellbeing app, financial wellness benefit, new parent leave, reproductive and adoption assistance, emergency backup care, matching gift program, education sponsorship program, and more. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Ares Management LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, creed, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, genetic information, status as unemployed, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Ares Management will consider employment‑qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ares Management Corporation