Job description

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 KKR Credit Advisors (US) LLC (KKR Credit) is a SEC registered investment advisor focused on credit investing across the spectrum including public markets and private investment opportunities. With a team of over 120 investment professionals in New York, San Francisco, Orlando, London, Dublin, Hong Kong, Singapore, Sydney, and Mumbai, the KKR Credit team has a global reach with a local presence. KKR Credit is seeking a Compliance Officer (“Officer”) to be based in San Francisco. This is a unique opportunity to join a best-in-class Compliance Team and work closely with the KKR Credit Compliance team to provide oversight and monitoring to the Firm’s trading platform and activities. The role will require extensive coordination and collaboration with Compliance team members in other KKR offices, including New York, Dublin, London and across Asia. The role reports to the KKR Public Markets Deputy-Chief Compliance Officer. RESPONSIBILITIES Identifying, reviewing and advising on conflicts of interest related to proposed transactions Contribute to governance, reporting and oversight of the Credit business Provide real time advice to business personnel on regulatory and internal policy issues Provide compliance oversight, monitoring and reporting to Compliance and senior management, implementing policies and procedures as relevant Advise on and further compliance on market abuse, information barrier, wall crossing and conflicts of interest matters, comporting to applicable regulation and Compliance policies and procedures Monitor, analyze and interpret new rules and regulations, identify and address any gaps between existing processes and new regulatory requirements Draft policies and procedures and advisory bulletins Conduct business focused compliance training regarding new and existing regulations and firm policies Liaise with internal and external audit teams and internal finance, operations and audit teams to perform periodic risk-assessments firm wide on regulatory and legal matters to identify areas of enhancement for compliance testing regime and regulatory exam preparedness Assist with facilitation of pre-trade compliance controls and analysis, including management of the Firm’s security master and sensitive data points Assist with review of re-allocations, best execution activity and trade overrides Assist in identification and remediation of trade and operational-related trade errors and issues Provide assistance in onboarding new client accounts Management of Portfolio and Client Restricted Lists (i.e. affiliated investments) Play a key role in the identification and implementation of technical solutions that drive efficiencies QUALIFICATIONS Minimum of +7 years of strong regulatory compliance gained within an alternative asset management environment Enthusiasm, motivation, curiosity and the ability to be proactive Solution-oriented self-starter with high integrity Strong project management skills Strong desire and ability to work as part of a collaborative team Ability to make sound judgements and simultaneously manage various issues and projects in a fast-paced environment Consistent attention to detail Excellent interpersonal skills and relationship building abilities Effective written and oral communication skills Advanced computer literacy including Microsoft Office (PowerPoint and Excel) Comfort using AI-powered tools to improve productivity and quality of work when applicable Curiosity about and openness to adopting emerging AI technologies in day-to-day workflows Ability to critically evaluate AI-generated outputs for accuracy and relevance This is the expected annual base salary range for this San Francisco-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. Base Salary Range Assistant Vice President (AVP): $130,000 - $160,000 USD Vice President (VP): $150,000 - $200,000 USD This is the expected annual base salary range for this San Francisco-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. Base Salary Range $130,000 — $200,000 USD 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. KKR will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email Benefits@kkr.com . Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access kkr.com because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to Benefits@kkr.com . Only emails left for this purpose will be returned. Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. This notice applies only to applicants and employees who work or will work in Massachusetts, in accordance with applicable state law.

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Must-haves

Identifying, reviewing and advising on conflicts of interest related to proposed transactions
Contribute to governance, reporting and oversight of the Credit business
Provide real time advice to business personnel on regulatory and internal policy issues
Provide compliance oversight, monitoring and reporting to Compliance and senior management, implementing policies and procedures as relevant
Advise on and further compliance on market abuse, information barrier, wall crossing and conflicts of interest matters, comporting to applicable regulation and Compliance policies and procedures
Monitor, analyze and interpret new rules and regulations, identify and address any gaps between existing processes and new regulatory requirements
Draft policies and procedures and advisory bulletins
Conduct business focused compliance training regarding new and existing regulations and firm policies
Assist with facilitation of pre-trade compliance controls and analysis, including management of the Firm’s security master and sensitive data points
Assist with review of re-allocations, best execution activity and trade overrides
Assist in identification and remediation of trade and operational-related trade errors and issues
Provide assistance in onboarding new client accounts
Management of Portfolio and Client Restricted Lists (i.e. affiliated investments)
Play a key role in the identification and implementation of technical solutions that drive efficiencies
Minimum of +7 years of strong regulatory compliance gained within an alternative asset management environment
Enthusiasm, motivation, curiosity and the ability to be proactive
Solution-oriented self-starter with high integrity
Strong project management skills
Strong desire and ability to work as part of a collaborative team
Ability to make sound judgements and simultaneously manage various issues and projects in a fast-paced environment
Consistent attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills and relationship building abilities
Effective written and oral communication skills
Advanced computer literacy including Microsoft Office (PowerPoint and Excel)

Nice-to-haves

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