Total Rewards: Compensation Manager

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

The role will assist in the development, implementation and administration of a full range of compensation programs. The individual is a compensation subject matter expert with a key differentiator being the ability to understand and operate in a complex, fast-moving environment with a strong sense of urgency and responsiveness.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help drive annual compensation planning process for firmwide employees in collaboration with the business and Human Capital Team
• Conduct advanced modeling to help facilitate allocation to businesses of year-end cash/carry/equity pools
• Assist in the design/execution of the annual compensation planning system to ensure it meets business needs
• Conduct analysis throughout the year to support financial projections, and requests from firm leadership and businesses
• Manage annual market benchmarking and analysis for the firm, including follow-on reporting and recommendations
• Partner with key stakeholders across the firm, including Human Capital, Finance, Tax, and Legal, to execute key processes, ensure accurate reporting, and creatively problem solve issues

QUALIFICATIONS

• 7 to 12 years of progressive compensation experience
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required, with a focus in Human Resources or Business Administration/Finance preferred
• Experience working in complex, dynamic organizations, with a preference for financial services and/or private equity with multiple business groups and broad geographic reach
• Must possess advanced excel modeling skills – with the ability to work with large amounts of data/information, analyze data, draw conclusions and make recommendations
• Outstanding organizational skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail
• Consultative and collaborative – ability to communicate (verbal / written) in a direct, concise manner, to interact with professionals at all levels, and to effectively communicate with a wide variety of partners/stakeholders
• Demonstrated strong process/project management skills, with the ability to navigate through ambiguity and drive projects to completion, paired with demonstrated ability in stakeholder and change management
• Ability to prioritize among competing demands in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Word
• Experience with Workday or beqom a plus
• Comfort using AI-Powered tools to improve productivity and quality of work

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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

$175,000—$225,000 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.

KKR will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email  View email address on kkr.com . Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to  View email address on kkr.com . Only emails left for this purpose will be returned.

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