Real Assets Product Strategy, Principal at KKR in New York, NY

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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 The Global Client Solutions team (“KCS”) is KKR’s dedicated investor solutions team. KCS was formed in 2009 to invest in and focus on KKR’s relationships with current and potential investors. Today, KCS consists of over 250 executives located in 21 offices globally. POSITION SUMMARY The Real Assets Strategies Team within KCS is seeking an Associate/Principal to join its New York office to be focused on coordination of capital formation and product development for KKR’s Global Infrastructure business. This individual will serve as a product specialist, working closely with the firm’s Infrastructure investment professionals and global capital raising teams. The role offers exposure to the full lifecycle of the Infrastructure platform, encompassing fund structuring, marketing, fundraising, investor engagement, and ongoing investor relationship management. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting live fundraising processes for KKR Infrastructure as well as ongoing investor servicing of existing clients. The Associate/Principal will collaborate closely with investment teams to develop a detailed understanding of the current portfolio, investment pipeline, and broader market environment. Specific responsibilities include: Managing and responding to written and analytical due diligence inquiries from investors; Coordinating with investment teams, sales, and portfolio management teams to address investors questions and prepare investor communication materials; Working across Finance/Operations for ongoing fund reporting and Legal/external counsel to prepare legal documents including PPMs, LPAs, subscription documents and investor-negotiated side letters; Partnering with senior team members on structuring, raising and maintaining funds; Participating in interactions with prospective and existing investors and consultants; Preparing, updating, and maintaining marketing materials, investor presentations, reporting, and regular updates; and Supporting client-specific follow-up requests and other bespoke projects as required. KKR’s Real Assets Strategies Team is characterized by a collaborative, performance-driven culture built on the following guiding principles: Build and Maintain Relationships with Intensity: Engage proactively with stakeholders across investment, sales, operations, and legal functions, leveraging the firm’s capabilities to strengthen relationships and enhance outcomes. Pursue Excellence: Deliver high-quality, accurate, and impactful work, consistently upholding the highest professional standards. Act with Urgency and Ownership: Execute objectives decisively and take accountability for results, applying lessons learned to drive continuous improvement. Communicate Transparently: Share information openly, raise issues promptly, and ensure clarity and alignment across teams. Lead by Example: Recognize achievements publicly and provide constructive feedback privately. Contribute Thoughtfully: Develop and articulate well-reasoned perspectives, embracing challenges and opportunities for growth. IDEAL EXPERIENCE Qualified candidates will have spent 5-7 years at an investment bank, placement agent or asset management firm with a preference for candidates with an infrastruc