Assistant Principal

Energy Innovation Corp; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 107,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid learning

Health coverage

Mentorship

Flexible Akron, OH setup

Job summary

KKR is seeking an Assistant Principal in Akron, OH. The role emphasizes leadership across principal-level initiatives, mentoring peers, and guiding fast-paced, cross-functional teams to deliver impact.

A strong portfolio underscoring strategic achievements is essential, with a focus on OH regulatory awareness and operational excellence. Salary opens at $107,000–$146,000 with paid learning, mentorship, and comprehensive health coverage in a flexible Akron, OH setup.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience guiding principal-level initiatives.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, fast-growing environment.
• A portfolio that speaks louder than any line on your resume.
• The patience to mentor without taking over the keyboard.
• Comfort with a KKR pace that rarely sits still.
• Experience supporting cross-functional teams in a principal capacity.
• Knowledge of OH-specific regulations relevant to general work.

Responsibilities

• Keep your Continuous Learning edge sharp as the OH market shifts.
• Partner with peers to troubleshoot issues and share practical knowledge.
• Provide hands-on support to colleagues and KKR clients as needed.
• Spot the Akron pattern in feedback before it becomes a complaint.
• Catch the Work-Life Balance regression a tired reviewer would miss.
• Defend the Organization fundamentals when speed tempts everyone to skip them.

Skills

Leadership experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring

Fast-paced environment

Portfolio demonstrates impact

OH regulatory knowledge

Job description

If you've outgrown your current general role, KKR's Assistant Principal opening in Akron might be the stretch you've been after. Pair nimble drive with 9 years and KKR returns $107,000 - $146,000, an Akron base, and growth that outpaces the title.

Key Responsibilities

• Keep your Continuous Learning edge sharp as the OH market shifts
• Partner with peers to troubleshoot issues and share practical knowledge
• Provide hands-on support to colleagues and KKR clients as needed
• Spot the Akron pattern in feedback before it becomes a complaint
• Catch the Work-Life Balance regression a tired reviewer would miss
• Defend the Organization fundamentals when speed tempts everyone to skip them

What You'll Bring

• Proven leadership experience guiding principal-level initiatives
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, fast-growing environment
• A portfolio that speaks louder than any line on your resume
• The patience to mentor without taking over the keyboard
• Comfort with a KKR pace that rarely sits still
• Experience supporting cross-functional teams in a principal capacity
• Knowledge of OH-specific regulations relevant to general work

Most of KKR still fits in one Akron building, and that deeply-curious closeness is exactly why its general work stays sharp. Learning out loud is encouraged here, so share the Relationship Building rabbit hole you fell down yesterday.

Salary opens at $107,000 - $146,000 and the perks compound: paid learning, health coverage, mentorship, and a flexible Akron, OH setup.