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About the Role

Ares is seeking a talented individual to support the management of investment vehicles, optimize fund performance through collaboration, and conduct in-depth investment analysis. This role involves preparing materials for investment committees, supporting investor relations, and contributing to platform enhancements. The position offers a structured onboarding process with mentorship and opportunities for long-term growth in investment decision-making and portfolio strategy.

Responsibilities

Support the management of Japan Development Partners (JDP) and other development-focused investment vehicles.
Collaborate closely with acquisitions, development, project management, leasing, and other internal teams to optimize fund performance.
Monitor and analyze portfolio performance, investment returns, and key operating metrics.
Evaluate investment and divestment opportunities through risk-return analysis, hold/sell assessments, and financial performance reviews.
Support transaction execution processes, including asset disposals and strategic portfolio initiatives.
Build and maintain financial models to evaluate investment performance and strategic alternatives.
Conduct valuation analysis, DCF modeling, IRR calculations, sensitivity analyses, and other investment-related financial assessments.
Prepare materials and recommendations for investment committee discussions and management decision-making.
Support communications with domestic and international investors.
Prepare investment committee memorandums, portfolio reviews, quarterly reports, and other internal and external reporting materials.
Coordinate information requests and reporting requirements from investors and global stakeholders.
Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of Japan’s portfolio management platform and fund management processes.
Participate in cross-functional initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and portfolio performance.

Requirements

Professional experience within real estate investment, asset management, development, REITs, investment advisory, or related real estate sectors.
Professional experience within investment banking, project finance, private equity, infrastructure, or other investment-focused financial institutions.
Strong analytical capabilities and financial modeling skills.
Experience with valuation methodologies, DCF analysis, IRR calculations, and investment underwriting.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Experience interacting with institutional investors.
Experience in fund formation, fund management, acquisitions, dispositions, or real estate transactions.
Exposure to international or English-speaking business environments.
Team leadership or project management experience.
Business-level English proficiency.

Skills

Financial Modeling
Valuation Methodologies
DCF Analysis
IRR Calculations
Investment Underwriting
Analytical Capabilities
Communication Skills
Stakeholder Management
Project Management

About the Company

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.