Vice President, Wealth Management Counsel
Core
Vice President Counsel advising on legal and regulatory matters for Ares Wealth Management Solutions, covering product development, distribution, and client management for global wealth management channels.
Role type
Senior in-house legal counsel (Vice President)
Builds
Legal and regulatory frameworks for perpetual, semi-liquid investment products (non-traded REITs, BDCs, private funds, interval funds) across US, Luxembourg, Cayman Islands, and Australia.
Domain
Alternative investments, wealth management, securities regulation
Required skills
Securities law expertise, regulatory compliance, contract negotiation, risk management, stakeholder relationship management, cross-jurisdictional legal analysis
Preferred skills
Generalist legal capability, creative problem solving, commercial acumen, leadership development
Technologies
Legal research databases, contract management systems
Responsibilities
Advise on legal and reputational risks for AWMS business; Provide legal support for new and existing products; Negotiate distribution agreements with partners; Advise on regulatory matters under US Investment Company Act, Securities Act, Exchange Act, and Luxembourg CSSF regulations; Manage relationships with outside counsel; Oversee legal and governance frameworks
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership potential
