Data Operations - Professional

at  Kohlberg Kravis Roberts Co

COMPANY OVERVIEW

KKR & Co. Inc., together with its subsidiaries, 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.

POSITION SUMMARY

KKR is looking for investment Data Operations Professional to join its growing data management group under the Global Data Operations Team in its Credit business. The role is based in Dublin and reports to the Head of Investment Data Operations at KKR.
The ideal candidate for this role will possess advanced SQL skills and a proven track record in data analytics. With 1 to 2 years of experience in investment operations, preferably within a financial institution or fund administration, the specialist should have a thorough understanding of business operations across the middle and back office. Experience in a data governance role is desirable. Additionally, familiarity with data visualization tools such as Power BI and Tableau will be considered an asset. The role demands a strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving capabilities, able to independently investigate issues and develop long-term, scalable solutions. Strong communication skills are essential for effective collaboration and relationship building across various business group.
We are passionate about operational excellence and providing our investment and business operations colleagues the ability to seamlessly execute liquid and private credit investments around the globe. We are committed to continuous improvement, both in the operations we perform and in the environment in which we work. We work in small, collaborative teams, but within the context and support of a large, global investment firm. We can offer challenging & rewarding work, opportunities for learning in both the business & operational spheres, and an attractive compensation package combined with significant opportunities for career advancement.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree
• 1 to 2 years of data management and data operations experience in Financial Services
• Experience in process design and process enhancement.
• A successful candidate will have outstanding initiative, exceptional attention to detail and risk oriented.
• Must be organized and possess a track record in accuracy and in meeting deadlines in a fast paced, growing work environment with high expectations
• The candidate must have excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Is team-oriented and must possess strong integrity and professionalism

IDEAL EXPERIENCE

• Accounting experience and/or knowledge of downstream and upstream implications to the financial statements of changes to security master attributes
• Knowledge of Trade Processing and Settlement preferred
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel
• Working Experience in Snowflake, Tableau
• Strong PowerPoint and presentation skill
• Knowledge of Security Master Characteristics of Bank Debt and Bonds
• Knowledge of security ratings and rating agency services
• Experience in pricing, security master

#LDNI

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.

• Outreach to internal clients to understand and learn their data requirements, identify and document potential area of improvements
• Design, document and executive data management processes
• In conjunction with IT, developing specifications, testing and enhancing tools / applications necessary in keeping data up to date, complete and accurate Identify areas of operational risk and execute plans to mitigate them
• Coordinating and working closely with business units, data owners, and vendors, to ensure data accuracy and data integrity
• Maintaining consistent, accurate and complete Security Master data within the OMS and Accounting systems, risk analytics by executing routine and targeted data maintenance tasks
• Executing and managing ad hoc data related projects within specified deadlines