Vice President, Wealth Management Counsel

Vice President, Wealth Management Counsel

About the Company

Leading international alternative asset organization offering comprehensive investment solutions

Industry
Investment Management

Type
Public Company

Founded
1997

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

• Consulting & Professional Services
• Investment Management
• ALTERNATIVE ASSET MANAGER
• ARES
• ARES MANAGEMENT
• ARES MANAGEMENT CORPORATION
• ASSET MANAGER
• Credit
• Investment Services
• LLC
• PRIVATE EQUITY
• REAL ESTATE
• Securities
• Asset Management
• Finance
• Financial Services

Specialties

• private equity
• credit
• real estate
• strategic initiatives
• alternative asset management
• financial services
• investment management
• and direct lending

Business Classifications

• B2B

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President, Counsel to join its legal team, with a focus on the global wealth management legal aspects of the business. The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of legal and regulatory matters, particularly those related to the creation, marketing, and distribution of various investment products in the global wealth management channel. This includes advising on legal and reputational risks, providing legal support for new and existing products, and ensuring compliance with a complex set of regulations across multiple jurisdictions. The role demands a professional with a JD, a New York State law license, and at least 8 years of relevant experience, who is adept at managing competing priorities, building strong relationships, and is committed to the values of collaboration, responsibility, and trust. Applicants for the Vice President, Counsel position at the company should be prepared to engage with a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The role requires a candidate with a strong academic background, a proactive and ambitious approach to their work, and the ability to balance legal and commercial considerations effectively. The ideal candidate will have a growth mindset, be a self-starter, and demonstrate exceptional integrity and professionalism. Key responsibilities include advising on a variety of legal and regulatory issues, building and maintaining legal frameworks, and managing relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. The company values individuals who can operate with a high degree of attention to detail, are adept at problem-solving, and can communicate and collaborate effectively with a diverse range of team members.

Hiring Manager Title
Managing Director, Associate General Counsel, Global Head of Wealth Management and Capital Solutions Legal

Functions

• Legal