Communications Professional

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.

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. The firm manages investments globally across multiple asset classes, including private equity, real estate, insurance, infrastructure, and credit, with capital markets capabilities and 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.

KKR has a collaborative culture where an individual's success is the result of good skills and acumen in the role and ability to leverage the whole firm. People at KKR think in terms of "we", not "I" and know that we are better together than alone. One firm, collaboration, and delivering "like and trust" are core to how KKR operates.

Position Summary:

KKR is looking for a well-rounded communications professional (Senior Manager/Vice President level, depending on experience) to join KKR's Global Communications team and support external communications in the U.S. (based in KKR's New York office). The ideal candidate is a team player with excellent writing skills, financial communications and media relations experience, and acute attention to detail. KKR's Global Communications team is responsible for internal and external communications, management of KKR's brand and reputation, and serving as spokespeople for the firm.

Responsibilities:

• Work alongside KKR's Global Communications team in the U.S. to protect and enhance the Firm's brand and reputation by supporting corporate communications strategy, including external communications across asset classes.
• Support day-to-day media activities, develop media measurement reports to share with senior leadership, and assist in strategy deck development.
• Draft content for all mediums, including external announcements, executive remarks, video, web/social media copy, talking points, op-eds and other leave- behind collaterals. Adhere to editorial style guides for communications content to ensure accuracy and clarity.
• Support communications efforts around investment and M&A activity, working closely with colleagues across the firm, portfolio companies and external consultants to assure effective communication with various stakeholders, including the media.
• Liaise with colleagues worldwide to ensure consistency of messaging and alignment with global objectives.
• Ensure that all communications projects are executed in conformance with legal, regulatory, risk and other applicable standards.

Qualifications:

• At least 5-7 years of experience in financial communications, preferably within an alternative asset management firm, an investment bank or public relations agency.
• High-energy level/passion for the work; proactive and performance-driven in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Media relations experience and top-tier business and financial media relationships, including experience developing and executing on various media strategies.
• Proven ability to take initiative, handle multiple projects simultaneously, take a hands-on approach to work, have a critical eye to detail and ensure deadlines are met.
• Ability to manage highly sensitive, confidential information with complete discretion.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience managing sensitive corporate issues and/or crises.
• Ability to interact, influence and communicate effectively within all levels of the organization while serving multiple constituencies. Ability to quickly grasp and address issues facing the industry and the businesses in which the firm operates.
• Team player who reflects the Firm's core values and principles (high integrity, apolitical, grounded, commitment to excellence, respectful).

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This is the expected annual base salary range for this New York-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

$110,000-$150,000 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.