Market Research Associate

Market Research Associate

Des Moines, IA

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

Our Associate, Market Research position will be responsible for providing competitive research and analysis for our Individual Markets organization as a member of the Global Atlantic Market Research team. This high exposure role requires a deep understanding of our annuity products and their market positioning. The ideal candidate will be capable of delivering content and presentations at a national, companywide level. This position can be located in one of the following offices: Wayne, PA; Des Moines, IA, or Hartford, CT.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of product-related content across various departments within the organization.
• Manage research and analysis of insurance markets and competitive intelligence.
• Communicate and exemplify effective sales tactics and strategies.
• Act as a competitive product resource with comprehensive knowledge of the market landscape.
• Identify, analyze, and communicate product and industry trends.
• Proactively monitor key competitor product filings, positioning, and strategies.
• Develop, create, maintain, and present competition and industry overviews.
• Engage with industry organizations and peers as an industry contact.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of retirement market products and industry.
• Highly analytical with a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• In-depth understanding of product, sales, marketing, operations, and support aspects of our business.
• Flexible and adaptable to change.
• Demonstrate a willingness to quickly learn product lines, procedures, and workflows.
• Completion of relevant certifications, including Life, Health, Series 7, Series 6, and Series 63, or the ability to obtain these certifications within six months of employment.
• Preferably 7+ years of experience in Competitive Intelligence and/or Financial Services.

This is the expected annual base salary range for this 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 - $120,000 to $130,000

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.

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