Ares PE Secondaries 2026
Has anyone heard back after first round? I had mine last week but haven’t heard anything since— does it go direct to superday or multiple rounds?
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Based on previous WSO threads, Ares' interview process is known to be rigorous and typically follows a structured format. While specifics for 2026 aren't mentioned, historically, Ares tends to have multiple rounds before a superday. For example, candidates often go through initial phone screens, followed by technical and behavioral interviews, and then proceed to a superday if successful.
If you haven’t heard back yet, it’s not uncommon for firms to take some time, especially if they’re coordinating multiple candidates. It might be worth following up with your recruiter or contact at Ares for an update.
Sources: My PE Recruiting Process, My PE Recruiting Process, Q&A 2.0: 3rd Year BA/A/AC At MBB Going To UMM/MF This Summer, —, McKinsey/Bain/BCG SA 2022
did u hear back
If u don’t hear back in like a week chances r they ghoasted u and ur rejected— they don’t rly send out official rejections is what I’ve heard
Even after a final round?
bump how long do firms take usually after a final round to come back on decisions?
Who is the HH running their process?
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