Associate, Credit & Insurance Portfolio Construction

KKR is looking for an Associate to join their Credit & Insurance Portfolio Construction team in New York. This role involves formulating investment recommendations, monitoring risk, and providing asset allocation insights. The ideal candidate will have a strong quantitative background and be able to communicate effectively with senior management. It’s a great opportunity to work in a collaborative environment and contribute to innovative investment strategies.

What You’ll Do

• Help prepare portfolio construction recommendations for Credit funds.
• Support fund modeling to understand performance and risk exposures.
• Monitor portfolios and assist with analytics using various approaches.
• Communicate risk concerns and prepare presentations for managers.
• Enhance quantitative asset allocation models for multi-asset portfolios.
• Think creatively about structuring multi-fund investments.

What You Need

• 1-3 years of experience in Fixed Income or Credit.
• Strong programming skills, preferably in Python.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with quantitative methods and data analysis.
• Basic understanding of corporate fundamentals and various investment types.
• Knowledge of risk systems is a plus.

What You’ll Love

• Work in a high-visibility role with frequent interaction with senior management.
• Be part of a collaborative and high-performance team.
• Opportunity to contribute to proprietary models and innovative solutions.
• Engage in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.

About the Firm

• KKR is a leading global investment firm with a focus on alternative asset management.
• They manage over $720 billion in assets across various investment strategies.
• KKR supports growth in portfolio companies and communities.
• The firm has a strong emphasis on disciplined investment approaches.