Multi Asset Strategies – Research, Analytics & Portfolio Construction Associate/ Principal

Student Careers at KKR; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

KKR is seeking an Associate/Principal for its Multi-Asset Strategies team in New York. The role focuses on research, analytics and portfolio construction, blending investment judgment with quantitative methods to build proprietary models and inform client guidance.

Ideal candidates combine strong quantitative skills with practical asset allocation expertise, capable of developing solutions where data can be sparse and markets evolve.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of experience at an asset management firm with quantitative investment research, asset allocation, risk management and/or portfolio construction.
• Knowledge of investing fundamentals across a wide range of asset classes, ideally including private markets.
• Advanced Python programming for quantitative analysis and financial modeling, and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint).
• Experience addressing institutional portfolio management challenges through quantitative analysis and original research.
• Thorough understanding of economics, financial theory, portfolio theory, liability modeling, optimization and other portfolio construction techniques.

Responsibilities

• Developing original research on asset allocation, portfolio construction, relative value and other strategic portfolio management topics.
• Building and enhancing proprietary models and analytical tools used for client analysis and multi-asset portfolio management.
• Developing innovative approaches to portfolio construction, asset allocation and asset/liability modeling.
• Developing tailored asset allocation and portfolio construction analyses for institutional clients, including investment proposals and ongoing portfolio management.
• Enhancing and periodically refreshing KKR’s Capital Market Assumptions, including improving methodologies, expanding asset class coverage and updating assumptions over time.
• Partnering with quant and research teams across KKR to incorporate the firm’s insights and capabilities into the Multi-Asset Strategies team’s research and portfolio construction work.
• Partnering closely with KCS (fundraising) members and other senior internal stakeholders on client engagements.
• Communicating research and investment insights through thought leadership, client presentations, and discussions with senior internal stakeholders.

Skills

Python

Quantitative analysis

Portfolio construction

Excel

Communication skills

Collaboration

Economics/Finance

Education

Quantitative degree

Tools

MSCI RiskMetrics

Barra

Bloomberg PORT

FactSet

Job description

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 SUMMARY

KKR is seeking an Associate / Principal to join its Multi-Asset Strategies team focused on Research, Analytics and Portfolio Construction. The role sits at the intersection of investment research, quantitative analysis and portfolio management, with a focus on developing research and proprietary models that inform KKR’s thought leadership, client advice, and multi-asset investment mandates. The ideal candidate will combine strong investment judgment and quantitative skills with a practical, creative approach to asset allocation and portfolio construction. Given the role’s focus on private and alternative assets, the candidate should be comfortable developing solutions in areas where established market frameworks and data are often limited.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing original research on asset allocation, portfolio construction, relative value and other strategic portfolio management topics
• Building and enhancing proprietary models and analytical tools used for client analysis and multi-asset portfolio management
• Developing innovative approaches to portfolio construction, asset allocation and asset/liability modeling
• Developing tailored asset allocation and portfolio construction analyses for institutional clients, including investment proposals and ongoing portfolio management
• Enhancing and periodically refreshing KKR’s Capital Market Assumptions, including improving methodologies, expanding asset class coverage and updating assumptions over time
• Partnering with quant and research teams across KKR to incorporate the firm’s insights and capabilities into the Multi-Asset Strategies team’s research and portfolio construction work
• Partnering closely with KCS (fundraising) members and other senior internal stakeholders on client engagements
• Communicating research and investment insights through thought leadership, client presentations, and discussions with senior internal stakeholders

QUALIFICATIONS

The professional experience/qualifications required for this role include:

• 3-8 years of experience at an asset management firm, with direct involvement in quantitative investment research, asset allocation, risk management and/or portfolio construction
• Knowledge of investing fundamentals across a wide range of asset classes, ideally including private markets
• Advanced Python programming for quantitative analysis and financial modeling, and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
• Experience addressing institutional portfolio management challenges through quantitative analysis and original research
• Thorough understanding of economics, financial theory, portfolio theory, liability modeling, optimization and other portfolio construction techniques
• Knowledge of risk systems such as MSCI RiskMetrics, Barra, Bloomberg PORT or FactSet a plus
• Strong interpersonal and partnership skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex analysis into clear investment conclusions
• Creative and adaptive thinker with strong analytical judgment and attention to detail
• Strong academic credentials, with a degree in a quantitative discipline such as economics, finance, computer science, mathematics, statistics, engineering, or a related field

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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

$150,000—$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.

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