Managing Director, Head of Marketing, Real Assets

About Ares Management Corporation Ares 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 June 30, 2026, Ares Management Corporation's global platform had approximately $671 billion of assets under management with approximately 4,400 employees operating across North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. Cybersecurity & Fraud Prevention: https://www.aresmgmt.com/fraud-awareness

Ares Management Corporation

Private EquityCreditReal EstateStrategic InitiativesAlternative Asset ManagementFinancial ServicesInvestment Managementand Direct Lending

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aresmgmt.com

1,001-5,000 employees

Financial Services

Los Angeles, CA

Public Company

372k LinkedIn followers

Raised $5.4B

• Job Description MD, Head of Marketing, Real Assets
• Company: Ares Management
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive global marketing and communications strategies aligned with Ares Real Asset’s business goals for its operating platforms.
• Team Management: Lead and mentor regional marketing and communications teams, fostering collaboration and consistency across all markets.
• Brand Stewardship: Ensure brand consistency across each sub-brand’s channels and geographies, enhancing global reputation and market positioning.
• Integrated Campaigns: Oversee the creation and execution of integrated marketing campaigns, including digital, content, PR, and events.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with regional Real Assets leadership and the Ares Management Corporate Communications & Marketing team.
• Media & PR: Collaborate with the Ares Management Corporate Communications & Marketing team in support of media relations, crisis communications, and thought leadership initiatives for the operating sub-brands.
• Performance Metrics: Establish KPIs and reporting frameworks to measure the effectiveness of marketing and communications efforts.
• Budget Oversight: Manage global marketing budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and ROI.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in marketing and communications, with prior leadership experience across real estate and digital infrastructure sectors.
• Proven track record of managing global teams and multi-regional marketing strategies.
• Strong understanding of B2B marketing, digital channels, and brand development.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working within or alongside an alternative investment firm is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• Multilingual capabilities are a plus
• Reporting Relationships
• Co-Head of Corporate Communications & Marketing

• The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus. Note, the range takes into account a broad spectrum of qualifications, including, but not limited to, years of relevant work experience, education, and other relevant qualifications specific to the role.
• $275,000 - $350,000
• The firm also offers robust Benefits offerings. Ares U.S. Core Benefits include Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program with company match; Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA); Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution; Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance; Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit.
• Ares offers a number of additional benefits including access to a world-class medical advisory team, a mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry, a mindfulness and wellbeing app, financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor, new parent leave, reproductive and adoption assistance, emergency backup care, matching gift program, education sponsorship program, and much more.
• There 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.