Principal, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), EMEA

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locations
London, UK
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted 2 Days Ago
job requisition id
R5052
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. Job Description Summary: Ares is seeking an EMEA Lead in Enterprise Risk, to join our dedicated Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) team in London. Within ERM, we strive to execute sound risk management strategies in support of the firm. To achieve this, we partner broadly across internal stakeholders to identify, assess, mitigate, and monitor current and emerging risks. The interaction with numerous groups and the range of projects that ensue provide for a challenging and multi-faceted work environment.This role will help us administer and continue to expand our ERM program to support local jurisdictions. We are seeking an individual who will have visibility across the organization and who will help us build, implement, and scale the risk identification & controls assessment component. We are looking for an individual whose experience, insights and innovative thinking will elevate our program, who is a strategic communicator, excited to partner with others on and around the team, work cross-functionally with business units and execute on aligned priorities. This position is responsible for collaborating with departments and team members across the organization to develop and implement all components of the firm’s enterprise risk management framework, including our integrated, enterprise-wide approach to building and maintaining a robust risk management feedback loop. Primary Functions and Essential Responsibilities Coordinate and execute the full lifecycle of the risk identification and assessment processFacilitate and convene relevant governance committees to foster alignment and consistency in risk awareness, ensuring execution of the processReview and challenge self -assessments, including severity and other attributesReview existing risk taxonomy, risk rankings and reporting, to challenge assumptions and highlight risks that may have been missed for inclusion in the risk inventoryCoordinate cross-collaboration scenario planning exercises and lead various business resiliency initiativesLiaise with Risk and other Assurance colleagues as needed to ensure robust participation in the risk assessment processCentrally aggregate identified business risks, oversee mitigation plans and track closure of action itemsTrack follow-ups and deliverables and set timing of next stepsReview and maintain the risk inventory of relevant risk eventsProvide independent oversight and an aggregate view of enterprise risksCoordinate with global teams and execute local updates to the Enterprise Risk Management frameworkReport findings and reporting to senior leadership and relevant governing structuresParticipate in the ongoing development of KRIs, metrics, dashboards, and other capabilities to analyze enterprise risksDevelop an integrated risk reporting model that will facilitate prioritization and transparencyEvolve risk aggregation, reporting and emerging risk identification to an ongoing dynamic, forward-looking capabilityEstablish protocols focused on identifying emerging risks to feed the risk and control self-assessments on an ongoing basisStay informed on industry trends and developments to advance the enterprise risk programEducation:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Risk Management, or a related field from an accredited universityRisk Management certifications a plus but not requiredExperience and Skills Required: 8+ years of relevant work experienceGeneral industry knowledge and experience from a financial services or investment / wealth management organizationPrior experience in enterprise or operational risk managementKnowledge of local risk practices and aligned with regulatory expectationsStrong communication and leadership skillsProficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and WordProficiency with Salesforce and visual analytics tools such as Tableau and PowerBI is a plus but not requiredGeneral Requirements:Strong organizational, documentation, analytical, presentation, and communication skills (written and verbal)Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, often requiring fast solutions to complex problemsAbility to successfully manage multiple priorities and competing demands, strong time management and prioritization skillsA self-directed individual with a can-do attitude, willing to work in an energetic and collaborative setting, proactive in nature, and a proven ability to learn quickly, display flexibility and adaptability while resolving issues with minimal supervisionAn analytical mind and a passion/interest in bringing new ideas to increase efficiency of existing processesGood judgment in terms of escalating issues vs. solving problems independentlyOutstanding interpersonal skills and strong client focusDependable, highly motivated and a team playerStrong work ethic and high level of integrityWillingness to take on new projects and learn new skillsReporting RelationshipsHead of Enterprise RiskThere 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.
About UsAres Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across the credit, private equity, real estate and infrastructure asset classes. We seek to provide flexible capital to support businesses and create value for our stakeholders and within our communities. By collaborating across our investment groups, we aim to generate consistent and attractive investment returns throughout market cycles. As of December 31, 2023, Ares Management's global platform had approximately $419 billion of assets under management(1) with more than 2,850 employees operating across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. For more information, please visit www.aresmgmt.com .Ares Management LLC (together with its related operating and administrative subsidiaries, “Ares Management”) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, creed, sex, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity and expression, transgender status, genetic information, status as unemployed, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Ares Management will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.(1) As of September 30, 2023. AUM amounts include funds managed by Ivy Hill Asset Management, LP., a wholly owned portfolio company of Ares Capital Corporation and registered investment adviser.
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