Global Wealth Solutions "GWS" Americas Compliance - Senior Analyst/Associat at Careers at KKR

, chihuahua, Mexico -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Apr, 26

Salary

130000.0

Posted On

14 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Compliance, Fundraising, Marketing, Client Engagement, Regulatory Issues, Risk Management, Due Diligence, Training, Supervisory Protocols, Collaboration, Process Improvement, Control Frameworks, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Judgment, FINRA Rules

Industry

Financial Services

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. TEAM OVERVIEW KKR Global Wealth Solutions (“GWS”) provides high-quality alternative investment solutions designed to meet the needs of eligible individual investors by offering access to a broad platform of private market strategies managed by KKR’s experienced investment teams. The GWS Compliance team partners with the GWS business to ensure compliant execution of fundraising, distribution, and marketing initiatives across jurisdictions. The team also supports the establishment of robust control frameworks, governance processes, and cross-border distribution oversight to meet regional regulatory obligations and industry best practices. The GWS Americas Compliance function works closely with global compliance colleagues to ensure consistent application of regulatory standards, supervisory controls, and governance frameworks across regions. POSITION SUMMARY Based in Boston, MA, The GWS Americas Compliance Associate will primarily support the firm’s GWS Americas Compliance function, with responsibility for day-to-day compliance coverage of the GWS business across the region. The role will focus on providing compliance support to the GWS business on activities including, but not limited to, fundraising, marketing and client communications, and the general application of compliance policies and procedures. This individual will partner closely with GWS Sales, Product Strategy, Marketing, Legal and other regional Compliance teams, and will work collaboratively with global colleagues in EMEA and APAC to ensure consistency and alignment across jurisdictions. This role provides hands-on exposure to fundraising, distribution, and marketing compliance, with appropriate escalation to senior compliance leadership. The role reports to the Head of GWS Compliance Americas located in NY, with meaningful interaction with global compliance colleagues. RESPONSIBILITIES Support oversight of GWS Americas’ Cash Non-Cash Compensation policy, supporting fundraising, marketing and distribution activities and events across the region. Provide practical, risk-based compliance advice on fundraising, marketing, and client engagement activities and regulatory issues across the Americas, balancing commercial objectives with regulatory expectations. Execute periodic testing and monitoring programs to identify, assess, and remediate compliance risks within GWS Americas operations. Assist in review of new and existing distribution partners, including the completion of onboarding and ongoing due diligence checks before securing onboarding approval from senior management. Support training and awareness initiatives on regulatory developments, fundraising conduct, and cross-border compliance expectations. Assist in the oversight of supervisory protocols for GWS Americas (FINRA Rule 3110), including the office inspection program. Collaborate across regions to ensure global alignment on application of policies, practices, and documentation standards. Assist and support the development, enhancement, and maintenance of compliance frameworks and controls, ensuring processes are effective and aligned with KKR’s global compliance standards. Contribute to continuous process improvement, leveraging AI, automation and best practices to streamline compliance review and monitoring functions. Assist with other aspects of broker-dealer compliance program Contribute more broadly to the Capital Markets & Distribution Functional Area QUALIFICATIONS Approximately 2-6 years of compliance experience within an asset manager, private wealth platform, financial institution, or regulator Strong understanding of FINRA rules, specifically FINRA Rules 3110 and 3220. Familiarity with alternative investment products and private fund distribution is a plus. Ability to design, implement, and maintain control frameworks and compliance monitoring programs. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to advise senior stakeholders and collaborate across global teams. High integrity, sound judgment, and ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. FINRA S7 and S24 preferred, but not required; willingness to obtain licenses is expected Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; relevant professional certifications desirable. 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 $80,000—$130,000 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.

Responsibilities

The GWS Americas Compliance Associate will support compliance coverage for the GWS business, focusing on fundraising, marketing, and client communications. The role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.