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.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Human Capital Business Partner (HCBP) for Business Operations serves as a strategic advisor and consultant to the Business Operations leadership team, with a particular focus on Finance related functions, aligning business objectives with employee and organizational needs. This role provides expert guidance on talent management, workforce planning, performance optimization, organizational effectiveness, and change management to drive business results. The HCBP is a key link between HR and business functions, ensuring HR strategies are effectively implemented across the Business Operations function. This role will work closely with the other HCBPs across the Business Operations Global team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Business Partnership & Human Capital Corroboration
- Partner with senior HCBP and Finance leaders to understand business priorities and help align HR programs and initiatives in support of team objectives.
- Collaborate with leadership to support workforce planning discussions and talent-related needs.
- Work closely with Centers of Excellence (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Talent Development & Culture, Compensation) to help implement HR initiatives and programs.
Talent Management and Workforce Planning
- Support talent planning and succession planning for the Finance organization.
- Assist in identifying skill gaps and development opportunities, helping leaders strengthen team capabilities and talent pipelines.
- Support performance management processes and provide guidance on employee development and career growth conversations.
Organizational & Team Effectiveness
- Contribute to organizational effectiveness initiatives, including change management, team development, and culture-building efforts.
- Leverage HR data and metrics to identify trends and support recommendations for continuous improvement.
Employee Engagement & Relations
- Support employee engagement initiatives and follow-up action planning efforts.
- Partner with Employee Relations and Legal teams to help address employee relations matters and provide guidance to managers.
- Help foster a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive work environment.
Compliance & Risk
- Support compliance with labor laws, company policies, and HR procedures within the Finance organization.
- Assist in identifying potential risks and escalating concerns to support timely resolution.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of HR generalist experience, or other relevant HR experience, with a world-class global financial services firm – prior experience with Finance teams preferred
- Strong client and commercial focus with outstanding judgement and strong influencing skills
- Clear intellectual curiosity with the drive and potential to succeed in a fast-paced work environment, having shown comfort with the ambiguity of an evolving, dynamic firm
- Strong execution and project management skills – highly organized, very detail oriented, proactive problem- solver, solutions-oriented, and a knack for anticipating obstacles and addressing issues early
- Proven track record of managing simultaneous processes, prioritizing a heavy workload and working across/coordinating among multiple functions within an organization
- Self-starter – someone who “rolls up his/her sleeves and gets things done”; has high energy; a strong work ethic; displays the ability to work independently; be creative; and entrepreneurial
- Displays maturity, excellent attitude, outstanding judgment, critical thinking, sensitivity and creativity to changing needs and
- Pragmatic, results-driven and “can do” attitude is essential.
- Acts professionally regarding sensitive subjects and maintains confidentiality while exercising discretion at all times
- Solid interpersonal and relationship-building skills – can effectively develop trusted relationships with many constituents, build credibility quickly, and partner effectively with others
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills – appropriately crafts written communications; has the presence and confidence to represent the HC team and the firm in a professional, poised manner
- Team-player – willing to pitch-in when needed to help on projects, tasks and initiatives, as and when needed; enjoys working in a collaborative and collegial environment; humble and enthusiastic with the desire to learn
- Ability to collect, analyses, and distil information for management presentations
- Strong Excel skills a must - fluency with formulas such as VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, sumifs, countifs, min, max, average arrays
- HRIS experience (preferably Workday) – system navigation, data maintenance, reporting, etc.
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This is the expected annual base salary range for this Boston-based position. Actual salaries may vary based on factors, such as skill, experience, and qualification for the role. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, based on factors such as individual and team performance.
KKR is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law.
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Skills Required
- 8 to 10 years of HR generalist experience in financial services
- Strong client and commercial focus
- Strong execution and project management skills
- Solid interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Strong Excel skills including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables
- HRIS experience (preferably Workday)
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.
