Lead, AI Governance & Portfolio Management
Quick Summary
A. AI Governance & Intake Management: • Own and manage the enterprise AI use case intake process from submission through approval.• Establish and maintains governance processes, intake standards,
The Lead, AI Governance and Portfolio Management will lead the operational governance of Ares' AI initiatives by managing the end-to-end AI use case intake process, coordinating governance reviews, and ensuring AI solutions meet enterprise standards for risk, compliance, security, legal, privacy, and architecture. The role serves as the central point of coordination between business stakeholders, technology teams, and control partners, driving efficient intake, transparent governance, and successful delivery of AI initiatives. The ideal candidate combines strong program management, stakeholder engagement, and governance experience with a solid understanding of AI technologies and enterprise operating models.
Responsibilities
~1 min readRequirements
~1 min readEducation:
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• PMP, Agile, Scrum, or governance/risk certifications are desirable.
Experience Required:
• 8–12 years of experience in project/program management, technology governance, PMO, or digital transformation.
• Experience managing enterprise intake, governance, or portfolio processes.
• Strong understanding of AI, Generative AI, and enterprise technology delivery.
• Experience working with cross-functional control partners (Risk, Legal, Compliance, Security, Privacy).
• Financial Services or Asset Management experience preferred.
What We Offer
~1 min readThe 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.
$225,000 - $250,000
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.
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- First seen
- August 20, 2026
- Last seen
- August 20, 2026
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- 51%
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- August 20, 2026
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