Job Description
Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry. Job Description
Primary functions & responsibilitiesSpecific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Oversight and administration of the Regulatory and Compliance program for Ares offices in India
- Provide consistent and ongoing Compliance guidance, partner and advise with the client group on regulatory policies and procedures; proactively provide trends and analyses relating to Compliance-related activities
- Proactively develop, implement and enforce effective Compliance policies and procedures in accordance with applicable regional laws and regulations
- Stay abreast of legal and regulatory developments; research and determine impact of new or revised laws and regulations on the firm’s business; develop and present the Head of Compliance for APAC with new Compliance initiatives as Legal, Compliance and business needs evolve
- Manage, coordinate and conduct comprehensive Investment Compliance periodic reviews, annual reviews and assessment for other Ares offices in APAC
- Serve as a primary point of contact and coordinate all regulatory communications regarding the Compliance program for the India region
- Ensure all regulatory filings are accurate and complete; provide ownership and assistance throughout the filing process
- Serve as a change agent while leading projects and strategic initiatives relating to the enhancement of Compliance policies, procedures, internal controls, systems, etc.
- Assist the Head of Compliance for APAC and Chief Regulatory Officer in regulatory examinations and investigations, as appropriate
- Assist in creating and developing a high-performing and efficient Compliance team within the region
- Work with other leaders throughout the team to help drive a positive culture of accountability amongst department leaders, stakeholders and within the internal Compliance team
- In partnership with senior Compliance professionals, participate in various firm risk-based committees and management meetings, as required
QualificationsEducation:
- B. Com / M. Com / B Tech / MBA /Degree in Commerce/Finance
Experience Required:
- 15+ years of related work experience demonstrating the skills identified
- Background in Finance & Accounting, Business Administration and Compliance
- Strong knowledge of financial products
- Experience working with global teams based out of US and APAC preferred
- Experience in private funds, asset management/buy-side firms preferred
General Requirements:
- Ability to successfully manage multiple complexes, time sensitive priorities and competing demands with multiple stakeholders by leveraging a hands-on approach
- Strong work ethics, time management and prioritization skills; ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment; results oriented
- Strong attention to detail, highly organized and process-driven; high accuracy
- Ability to extract meaningful information from extensive research and analysis to effectively present facts and findings in a digestible format, a keen eye for attention to detail
- A self-directed individual with a can-do attitude, willing to work in an energetic, collaborative, and fast-paced environment, proactive in nature, and a proven ability to resolve issues with minimal supervision
- Proven outstanding communication (written and verbal), presentation, documentation, and interpersonal skills
- Strong sense of ownership and accountability; demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making
- An analytical mind and a passion/interest in bringing new ideas to increase efficiency of existing processes
- A hands-on approach and ability to synthesize business operations and talent needs
- Good judgment in terms of escalating issues vs. solving problems independently
- A solutions-oriented, self-starter and ability to see the big picture
- Comfort in dealing with ambiguity and uncertainty in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
- Ability to be flexible in terms of hours to coordinate with team members across various time zones
- Dependable, great attitude, highly motivated and a team player
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There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.
