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’s Compliance team is responsible for developing and enforcing compliance policies and procedures, as well as tracking ongoing regulatory changes that may affect the firm. The team is also involved in the investment process to monitor and advise on compliance with guidelines for both strategic partners and clients. The team implements and monitors the firm’s compliance programs to train employees, review and analyze conflicts of interests, review non-disclosure agree agreements, etc. The Compliance team also handles the due diligence process, assists with operational support for investing activities, and maintain compliance with the firm’s Code of Ethics.
Based in Boston, this individual will be responsible for supporting various aspects of the KKR Financial Crime Compliance Program, ranging from investor on-boarding to investment due diligence. The individual will also undertake Anti-Money Laundering / Counter Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT), Sanctions, and Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC) policies and procedures for KKR.
The role will report to the Head of Financial Crime Compliance for the Americas.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3-5 years of Anti Money Laundering (AML) or sanctions compliance experience in an asset management, investment bank, or other financial institution
• Advanced knowledge of and experience with Know Your Customer (KYC) and private market due diligence.
• Knowledge of AML, Sanctions and ABC regulations, systems and controls, and industry best practices.
• Experience with change management, working with cross functional groups and multiple stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, or quantitative field, preferably with an advanced degree.

$110,000 - $140,000 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

• Support investor on-boarding efforts of the financial crime compliance team, by serving as point of escalation for the KYC function.
• Collaborate with Legal, Business, and Operations teams to ensure smooth execution.
• Conduct KYC and due diligence on potential investments in a timely fashion.
• Review and maintains AML/CFT, Sanctions, and ABC policies and procedures in line with regulatory expectations in the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union.
• Contribute to process improvements and documentation standards in coordination with global FCC teams.
• Support investigations of suspicious activity and ensure timely filing of applicable reports.