Vice President, Event Management (Wealth Management Solutions)

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

About Ares Wealth Management Solutions

Ares Wealth Management Solutions (AWMS) oversees the product development, distribution, marketing, and client management activities of investment offerings for the global wealth management channel. With a team of more than 140 professionals and backed by the power and scale of the Ares platform, AWMS represents one of the most resourced wealth distribution and client service teams in the alternatives industry. AWMS’ mission is to provide advisors and their clients access to innovative, solutions-oriented investment opportunities, across the Ares platform of industry leading credit, private equity, real estate, and secondaries strategies. Through our range of institutional and retail structures, coupled with excellent client service and educational resources, we help investors diversify their portfolios with private market solutions that can deliver consistent, long-term growth.

Position Summary

The Events Management position is a critical member of Ares Wealth Management Solutions (AWMS), responsible for executing the end-to-end strategy, budgeting, planning, and production of high-impact events and sponsorships across the Wealth Management channel. This includes managing logistics, onsite operations, vendor relationships, and post-event analysis to ensure exceptional client experiences. Key responsibilities include oversight of Ares-led events, partner-led programs (banks, RIAs, and wealth intermediaries), and industry conferences and sponsorships. The role is highly collaborative, serving as a cross-functional partner to Partnerships, Sales & Distribution, Marketing, Ares Global Conferences & Events, Investment Leadership, and senior stakeholders. This individual will act as a trusted liaison, clearly and professionally communicating objectives, risks, and insights while driving flawless execution and alignment across all event initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Event Strategy, Planning & Execution

• Lead end-to-end planning and delivery of industry, Ares hosted, and partner-hosted events, including strategy/planning, logistics, onsite operations, and post event reconciliation.
• Identify new & creative event engagement opportunities to help grow the business & drive increased revenue for AWMS.
• Manage venue sourcing, contracting support, catering, room setup, transportation, hospitality, and client experiences.
• Develop timelines, run of show plans, and ensure seamless onsite execution across high touch, multi venue events.
• Maintain centralized event calendars, standardized briefs, and planning documentation.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically as needed.
• Manage event budget tracker & events calendar. 

Cvent, Data Management, Reporting & Lead Processing

• Manage Cvent builds, invitations, registration flows, attendee communications, and dashboards.
• Ensure accurate attendee tracking, RSVP management, and CRM/Salesforce data in partnership with Technology Innovation team
• Produce post event reporting, performance summaries, and lead distribution workflows.

Budget & Vendor Administration

• Support event budget oversight, vendor coordination, contract processing, and invoice management.
• Manage signage, branded materials, swag inventory, shipping logistics, and vendor records.

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Sales & Distribution, Channel Marketing, Global Conferences & Events, Investment Leadership, Product Management, Corporate Communications, and senior stakeholders to ensure alignment and exceptional client delivery.
• Communicate event goals, risks, and key themes to leadership; act as a trusted liaison across teams.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Core Experience & Industry Background

• 7-10 years of event planning and execution experience
• Experience in alternative investments, asset management, or wealth management industries preferred

Project Management, Execution & Prioritization

• Strong project management and prioritization capabilities, with the ability to lead multiple deadline driven workstreams in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to excel under pressure while maintaining exceptional quality standards
• Proven ability to research effectively and leverage available resources to meet objectives

Technical & Systems Proficiency

• Proficiency in Cvent
• High PC literacy with strong skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• High accuracy, detail orientation, and consistency of output

Communication, Stakeholder Management & Client Service

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to develop high quality content
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage, influence, and partner with key stakeholders
• Strong client service orientation with a commitment to delivering polished, high touch experiences
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and integrity

Problem Solving, Judgment & Initiative

• Solutions oriented self-starter with creativity, initiative, and the ability to see the big picture
• Sound judgment in determining when to escalate issues versus solving problems independently
• Analytical mindset with a passion for improving processes and driving operational efficiency
• Self motivated, proactive, and accountable for work quality and deadlines

Collaboration, Teamwork & Work Ethic

• Highly resourceful collaborator with strong time management skills
• Dependable team player with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to continuous improvement
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a cohesive team environment

Reporting Relationships

Compensation

$150,000 - $175,000

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.