Vice President of Capital Solutions

Company: Ares Management
Location: Los Angeles
Position Type: Full-time
Department: Capital Solutions
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Vice President of Capital Solutions to lead capital strategic initiatives, expand institutional relationships, and support financing opportunities that align with the firm’s long-term business objectives. This role will work closely with senior leadership, as well as the finance, investment, and business development teams, to evaluate financing options, strengthen capital partnerships, and support strategic financial planning.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute capital strategic initiatives that align with the firm’s financial goals and growth plans.
Collaborate with senior management to evaluate various financing options, capital structures, and funding opportunities.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with institutional investors, financial institutions, corporate partners, and other relevant stakeholders.
Prepare financial analyses, capital allocation assessments, and strategic presentations to support senior-level decision-making.
Coordinate cross-functional projects involving corporate finance, business operations, risk management, and legal teams.
Monitor market dynamics and financing trends to identify potential capital opportunities and emerging risks.
Support the development of business cases, build financial models, and prepare transaction-related documentation.
Monitor the execution of capital initiatives and provide regular progress updates to senior leadership.
Promote robust governance, documentation, confidentiality, and compliance practices across all capital-related activities.
Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
20 years of relevant professional experience in corporate finance, capital markets, investment banking, strategic finance, or capital solutions.
10 years of experience in team leadership, strategic project management, or the coordination of complex financial initiatives.
Proven track record in financial analysis, capital planning, financing strategy, or institutional relationship management.
In-depth understanding of financial statements, capital structures, valuation principles, and financial risk assessment.
Exceptional communication, negotiation, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business recommendations. Possesses exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced work environment. Highly proficient in financial modeling, spreadsheet applications, and business presentation tools.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, if required by the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
Experience working with institutional clients, corporate treasury teams, private capital providers, or financial services firms.
Professional experience in supporting financing transactions, capital allocation decisions, or strategic partnerships.

Work arrangement
Yes