Is Ares Management a good company to work for?

Ares Management has an overall rating of 3.4 out of 5, based on over 520 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 14% over the last 12 months. 55% of employees would recommend working at Ares Management to a friend and 53% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Ares Management have been left by employees working as Analyst , Executive Assistant and Vice President .

Does Ares Management pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Ares Management employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Ares Management. This rating has decreased by 14% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Ares Management?

55% of Ares Management employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Ares Management 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.1 for culture and values and 3.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Ares Management?

Associate (53) , Analyst (45) , Senior Associate (38) , Vice President (28) , Executive Assistant (18) , Summer Analyst (13) , Intern (12) , Principal (9) , AVP-Operations (5) , Associate Vice President (5) , Investment Analyst (5) , Assistant Vice President (4) , Receptionist (4) , Administrative Assistant (3) , Human Resources (3)

What are the pros of working at Ares Management according to real employee reviews?

"Great culture and team environment" ((in 77 reviews)); "Prestige, Good Benefits, snacks in the fridge" ((in 52 reviews)); "Nice people to work with" ((in 41 reviews)); "Pay is good." ((in 33 reviews)); "Good work life balance 2" ((in 23 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Ares Management according to real employee reviews?

"Bad management, Bad HR, Low quality work." ((in 22 reviews)); "Long hours at times but usually not persistent" ((in 18 reviews)); "6. Zero accountability for bad managers (and there are plenty); you will never win against a manager here, no matter how inept he/she may be." ((in 13 reviews)); "HR is powerless at enforcing policy since it’s all driven by the senior leadership who pays them." ((in 11 reviews)); "Long hours are expected with little appreciation." ((in 11 reviews))

What are employees saying about Ares Management layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Ares Management layoffs and their outlook for job security at Ares Management in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Ares Management locations?

Los Angeles , New York , Culver City , Century City , Denver , Atlanta , Chicago , Boston , Newark , Itasca , Saint Louis , Manhasset , Berkeley , Miami , Maryland City , Hollywood, Los Angeles

Ares Management reviews

3.4

55% would recommend to a friend

(440 total reviews)

Michael Arougheti

86% approve of CEO

53% positive business outlook

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Ares Management has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 440 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Ares Management employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Financial Services industry (3.6 stars).

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440 reviews

3.0

May 19, 2026

Innovative tech focus overshadowed by job insecurity and stress

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Pros

-Committed to adopting the latest technologies -Until 2025, Ares stood out as one of my most trusted organizations due to its progressive and open policies -Prior to 2025, we took pride in being part of Ares and cherished our identity as Aresians

Cons

The organization undergoes structural or leadership changes at least twice a year. In 2026, there was a mass layoff, creating a sense of no job security. Every day, one or two employees are terminated without clear justification, under the pretext of organizational restructuring. Only one or two teams have access to the latest technology, while the rest lack exposure to modern technical skills.and This imbalance has created additional anxiety, as many fear layoffs due to not working with the latest tools. We work under constant fear due to unpredictable, ad hoc terminations. Overall, the workforce operates under constant stress and uncertainty, driven by unpredictable and ad hoc terminations.

2.0

Mar 19, 2026

Limited career visibility and below-market compensation post-acquisition

Anonymous employee

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Pros

Office infrastructure is adequate, and the location is convenient. Complimentary high-quality Nespresso coffee is a positive perk that contributes to the day-to-day experience.

Cons

After one year since the acquisition, it is possible to more clearly assess the impact, and there has been limited progress in defining career paths or providing visibility on internal mobility. The organization currently lacks a structured development framework, contributing to a sense of stagnation and uncertainty across teams. Compensation remains below market benchmarks for asset management firms, and benefits are outdated when compared to peers. Additionally, there is a noticeable disconnect between local practices and global standards, including unequal access to certain workplace perks (e.g., dedicated equipment and facilities), which creates a perception of inconsistency and inequity.

2.0

Feb 22, 2026

Culture of Frequent Silent Layoffs

Anonymous employee

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Pros

Friendly and collaborative team members.

Cons

There is a culture of frequent silent layoffs. Employees are let go without being placed on formal PIPs, which can create the perception that decisions are driven by cost-cutting rather than individual performance.

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