Description
Summary
Be part of a rapidly growing Alternative Investment Fund Manager (“AIFM”), reporting to the Conducting Officer of Risk Management. Ares Management Luxembourg (“AMLux”), a regulated AIFM, is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our risk team and assist the Conducting Officer for Risk Management in the effective design, implementation and ongoing assessment of the risk management policy, risk management procedures, monitoring and tracking individual deals and portfolios and risk framework. AMLux is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ares Management LLC which was founded in 1997 to pursue investment activities in leveraged loans, high yield bonds, private debt, private equity and other types of investments. Ares currently operates in Europe across multiple business lines with investment activities managed by dedicated teams.
Primary functions and essential responsibilities :
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
- Be part of rapidly growing AIFM, reporting to Conducting Officer of Risk Management
- Aid in the implementation of a consistent approach regarding risk management and work with the wider business to effectively implement and monitor procedures
- Monitor the investment and risk profiles for the funds under management
- Monitor the risk limits and compliance of the funds with the investment limits / limitations as well as the individual investments from a portfolio management perspective
- Assist in the design, implementation and ongoing assessment of the risk management policy, risk management procedure and the risk framework for new and existing funds and strategies
- Monitor the liquidity management program of the AIFM
- Assist in the preparation of market and liquidity stress testing
- Assist in producing regular and ad-hoc reports for the Conducting Officer for Risk, the Board of Managers and the CSSF
Education :
University Degree required (preferably in in finance, business, or economics)Advanced Degree, Certification or Professional qualifications would be considered an advantage.Experience Required :
3-7 years of experience in risk management related experience with liquid credit, fund of funds, private debt, infrastructure, private equity or real estate strategiesProfessional qualification and / or working knowledge related to regulated activities of AIFMsStrong knowledge of illiquid alternative assetsKnowledge of Annex IV reporting and AIFMD Net Leverage calculations a plusKnowledge of UCI Part II and ELTIF funds a plusDetailed knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and industry standardsRegulatory experience with the CSSF a plusGeneral Requirements :
Good communication skillsExcellent written and verbal proficiency in EnglishAble to work independently and well organizedProficiency in Excel, Word, Adobe and PowerPointSelf-motivated and drivenExcellent analytical skillsHigh accuracy and detail orientationStrong sense of ownership and accountabilityStrong interpersonal and relationship-building skillsAbility to effectively partner with other investment professionals and develop a deep understanding of investment products; ability to articulate and state your opinionsReporting Relationships
European Head of Compliance and Risk Management
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.