KKR’s Compliance team is responsible for developing and enforcing compliance policies and procedures, as well as tracking ongoing regulatory changes that may affect the firm. The team is also involved in the investment process to monitor and advise on compliance with guidelines for both strategic partners and clients. The team implements and monitors the firm’s compliance programs to train employees, review and analyze conflicts of interests, review non-disclosure agree agreements, etc. The Compliance team also handles the due diligence process, assists with operational support for investing activities, and maintain compliance with the firm’s Code of Ethics.
Based in Boston, this individual will be responsible for supporting various aspects of the KKR Financial Crime Compliance Program, ranging from investor on-boarding to investment due diligence. The individual will also undertake Anti-Money Laundering / Counter Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT), Sanctions, and Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC) policies and procedures for KKR.
The role will report to the Head of Financial Crime Compliance for the Americas.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support investor on-boarding efforts of the financial crime compliance team, by serving as point of escalation for the KYC function.
- Collaborate with Legal, Business, and Operations teams to ensure smooth execution.
- Conduct KYC and due diligence on potential investments in a timely fashion.
- Review and maintains AML/CFT, Sanctions, and ABC policies and procedures in line with regulatory expectations in the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union.
- Contribute to process improvements and documentation standards in coordination with global FCC teams.
- Support investigations of suspicious activity and ensure timely filing of applicable reports.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 3-5 years of Anti Money Laundering (AML) or sanctions compliance experience in an asset management, investment bank, or other financial institution
- Advanced knowledge of and experience with Know Your Customer (KYC) and private market due diligence.
- Knowledge of AML, Sanctions and ABC regulations, systems and controls, and industry best practices.
- Experience with change management, working with cross functional groups and multiple stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, or quantitative field, preferably with an advanced degree.
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to efficiently draft policies and procedures and responses to regulatory inquiries that support the business
- Experience working in a dynamic and fast paced environment, preferably in a financial services firm
- Ability to proactively identify and coordinate initiatives relating to new regulations and other issues relevant to the asset management industry
- Consistent attention to detail while acting professionally, exercising discretion regarding sensitive subjects, and maintaining confidentiality at all times
- Ability to manage multiple demands and projects while prioritizing time efficiently and remaining attentive to detail
- Highly organized with experience tracking progression to effectively manage expectations across multiple stakeholders
- Team-player that enjoys working in a collaborative and collegial environment with the desire to learn
