Supportive culture with great growth opportunities - Associate Ares Management Employee Review

5.0
Jun 1, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Ares Management is a great organisation to work with, and I learned a lot during my time there. The work culture is positive and welcoming, the pay rises are fair, the medical benefits are good, and the leadership team is very supportive. I started at the Service Desk and grew into a Desktop Engineer role, which shows how much the company invests in helping people develop their careers. The managers genuinely encourage learning and give you the space to take on new challenges. The team is friendly and always ready to help, which makes everyday work much easier and more enjoyable. Overall, Ares gave me a strong platform to build my future, and I would happily recommend it as a great place to work.

Cons

Honestly, I had a great experience and have no real complaints during my time here

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5.0
May 11, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Very collaborative culture with a strong connected leadership team; a high-growth organization that provides great opportunities for performing team members - many examples of strong mobility (employees growing through promotion as well as employees moving locations and teams). I have been with the firm for more than 5 years and it has been a completely positive experience - I've grown significantly in responsibility and compensation.

Cons

Nothing that comes to mind.

2.0
Jun 4, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Strong Brand Reputation: The company's industry-leading brand recognition significantly enhances employee career prospects.

Cons

Challenging Organizational Culture: A high-stress organizational culture negatively impacts team morale and overall productivity. Overly Hierarchical Structure and Conflicting Priorities: A top-heavy hierarchy creates conflicting leadership guidance, leading to project ambiguity and misaligned priorities. Uncompetitive Total Compensation: Below-market compensation packages drive consistent attrition and hinder the recruitment of top-tier talent.

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