Vice President, Client Platforms User Experience Designer
Core
Lead UX strategy and end-to-end design execution for Ares' digital products, including corporate websites, client portals, digital reporting interfaces, and internal applications.
Role type
Vice President, User Experience Designer (Client Platforms)
Builds
Corporate websites, client portals, digital reporting interfaces, and internal applications for institutional and wealth clients.
Domain
Financial services / Wealth management / Digital platforms
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
UI/UX strategy, information architecture, wireframing, prototyping, high-fidelity UI design, design system creation, user research, usability testing, accessibility compliance (WCAG), stakeholder management, front-end development concepts (HTML/CSS/JS), CMS platforms (AEM)
Preferred skills
Asset management/wealth management domain knowledge, data visualization, dashboard design, enterprise design systems, personalization platforms, marketing automation, inclusive design principles
Technologies
Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, AEM, Motion
Responsibilities
Shape user experience strategy for digital products; Lead design of information architecture, user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs; Establish and maintain the firm's digital design system; Conduct usability testing, stakeholder reviews, and design workshops; Lead user research efforts including interviews, journey mapping, and competitive analysis; Champion digital accessibility and design inclusivity across all touchpoints
Seniority
Vice President, strategic leadership with hands-on design execution
