COMPANY OVERVIEW
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.
Insurance New Markets & Strategic Partnerships is KKR Insurance’s dedicated team focused on growing the firm’s insurance and reinsurance platform. The team’s mandate is to expand KKR Insurance’s footprint beyond its core relationships and existing platform, including new partnerships, new channels of growth and new products. The group partners closely with investment teams, commercial team, insurance leadership, and external clients and distribution partners to diversify KKR’s funding sources and grow assets under management across new channels and geographies.
POSITION SUMMARYKKR is seeking an experienced Principal / Director to join the Insurance New Markets and Strategic Partnerships team and drive the expansion of funding sources with a focus on Defined Contribution. This individual will lead the design, structuring, and go-to-market strategy for guaranteed income within Defined Contribution. Sitting at the intersection of product strategy, structuring, client coverage, and distribution enablement, they will help shape KKR insurance’s long-term growth strategy in this channel.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIESStrategy, Development & Client Coverage
- Own the Defined Contribution channel strategy for insurance, building the roadmap for entry and scale and partnering with key leaders across both functions to define, evaluate, and recommend specific growth opportunities for insurance within Defined Contribution
- Lead end-to-end product development and structuring for in-plan or lifetime income solutions designed for distribution through Defined Contribution
- Analyze the competitive landscape, end-participant needs, regulatory developments (SEC, FINRA, state insurance regulators, ERISA), and platform trends to identify product gaps and channel expansion opportunities
- Build and manage strategic relationships with asset managers, record keepers, consultants, trust managers, and other external parties in the KKR ecosystem
- Represent the firm externally as a thought leader on in plan annuities and lifetime income within DC
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Serve as central point of coordination across investment, legal, compliance, distribution, marketing, commercial and client teams for insurance opportunities in Defined Contribution
- Partner closely with public policy & affairs, legal, compliance, and operations to ensure product structures meet fiduciary, regulatory and operational standards
- Monitor channel performance and product uptake, incorporate asset manager or plan sponsor feedback, and drive continuous improvement
- 9+ years of experience in asset management, insurance, and/or annuity product distribution, with direct exposure to product development and/or channel strategy at a top-tier asset manager, insurance carrier, or alternative platform. Direct knowledge of the DC ecosystem strongly preferred
- Strong track record designing and launching annuity or retail insurance products, and/or building out new distribution channels (DC, RIA, independent broker-dealer)
- Excellent project management, communication, and stakeholder-coordination skills, partnering effectively with senior leaders across insurance, distribution, commercial, and investment teams
- Strong technical proficiency across insurance, multi-asset solutions, portfolio construction, and annuity/insurance product mechanics
- Comfort leveraging AI tools to accelerate market/competitive analysis, product research, and reporting
- Detailed understanding of products, vehicles, legal and other regulatory, structures, and unique investment requirements of operating insurance strategy in the Defined Contribution space
- Player coach mindset, leading by example
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Skills Required
- 9+ years of experience in asset management, insurance, and/or annuity product distribution
- Direct exposure to product development and/or channel strategy at a top-tier asset manager, insurance carrier, or alternative platform
- Direct knowledge of the Defined Contribution ecosystem
- Track record designing and launching annuity or retail insurance products and/or building new distribution channels
- Excellent project management, communication, and stakeholder-coordination skills
- Technical proficiency across insurance, multi-asset solutions, portfolio construction, and annuity or insurance product mechanics
- Comfort leveraging AI tools for market analysis, product research, and reporting
- Detailed understanding of products, vehicles, legal and regulatory structures, and investment requirements in Defined Contribution insurance strategies
- Player-coach mindset and ability to lead by example
KKR Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about KKR and has not been reviewed or approved by KKR.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered strong and often characterized as fair, with a success‑based model intended to tie rewards to realized performance. Feedback suggests this structure improves clarity around how outcomes influence compensation.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Broad‑based employee ownership is emphasized, giving team members access to options, RSUs, and portfolio‑company equity programs that can yield meaningful upside. This approach is positioned as additional value without trading off wages or core benefits.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with standout elements like an on‑site wellness center at the New York headquarters offering primary care, mental health, and preventive services. Wellness programs, nutrition support, and EAP resources further reinforce a robust health offering.
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What We Do
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management and capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of The Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR’s website at www.kkr.com and on Twitter @KKR_Co.
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