Talent Acquisition Associate

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.

TEAM OVERVIEW

KKR’s Global Human Capital (“HC”) team provides commercially aligned people strategies by working closely with business leaders, employees, and key stakeholders to deliver on human capital and talent needs. The HC team accomplishes this by implementing world class, advisory & talent solutions that:

• Drive first quartile investment performance
• Create differentiated outcomes aligned with the firm’s strategic priorities
• Provide an exceptional employee experience
• Preserve (and evolve) our unique culture
• Protect the firm’s license to operate

KKR’s Human Capital team is comprised of Business Partners & Centers of Excellence (Talent Development, Talent Acquisition, People Ops & Data, Culture, Total Rewards, etc.). Together, they seamlessly deliver human capital services and solutions, across all stages of an employee’s lifecycle at KKR.

The Talent Acquisition (“TA”) team within Human Capital was launched in 2020 with a small, US focused effort. Today, we are a global team of 20+ with capabilities to recruit from campus and other early career pipelines through to senior, experienced hires across our Asset Management, Insurance and Business Operations groups. The TA team is committed to building strong partnerships across the firm, and is a tight-knit, collaborative group that values excellence and teamwork.

POSITION OVERVIEW

KKR is seeking a Talent Acquisition professional to support recruiting strategy and execution for KKR Asset Management and Insurance.

This individual will partner closely with the Insurance Talent Acquisition Lead, HC Business Partners, and business leaders to deliver hiring across the platform. The position blends consultative partnership with hands-on execution and is well-suited for someone looking to deepen their impact within an asset management focused business.

The ideal candidate will have experience recruiting within asset management or insurance (carrier, reinsurer, broker, or insurance-focused asset manager). They should also bring a strong understanding of the functional talent landscape across finance, investments, and operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Business Partnership

• Partner with the Asset Management Talent Acquisition Lead to execute against the broader business operations talent strategy
• Support workforce planning and hiring prioritization discussions with business leaders and HC
• Provide market insight on Boston talent trends, competitor activity, and compensation benchmarks
• Act as a trusted recruiting advisor to hiring managers

Recruitment Execution

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for junior-to-mid level roles across KKR Asset Management and Insurance
• Develop targeted sourcing strategies across key verticals (finance, operations, legal, compliance, etc)
• Directly source and engage passive candidates within the financial services ecosystem
• Guide interview processes, candidate assessment, and offer discussions in partnership with the TA Lead

Process & Candidate Experience

• Deliver a high-quality, professional candidate experience
• Maintain strong process discipline and data integrity
• Track and communicate pipeline activity and hiring progress to the TA Lead and business stakeholders

 

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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.

Base Salary Range$85,000—$110,000 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 orientat