COMPANY OVERVIEW

KKR & Co. Inc., together with its subsidiaries, is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management and 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 The Global Atlantic Financial Group.

KKR REAL ESTATE CREDIT AND K-STAR INVESTMENT SERVICES OVERVIEW

KKR Real Estate Credit was formed in January 2015 to invest in real estate credit products and complement KKR Real Estate’s private equity platforms. Within KKR Real Estate Credit, we seek opportunities where we have a sourcing, underwriting or execution advantage by leveraging KKR’s brand, industry knowledge and relationships. KKR Real Estate Credit currently invests through six separately capitalized vehicles across our Direct Lending and Securities portfolios and consists of 50+ dedicated professionals based in New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Houston, Dallas and London.

K-Star Asset Management LLC ("K-Star") was formed in 2022 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of KKR. K-Star is a dedicated investment services platform that supports underwriting, asset management, loan origination, securities investing, risk management, and client experience for KKR Real Estate Credit as it continues to scale. The K-Star team includes industry specialists in special servicing, asset management, due diligence, and loan closing, among other functional areas. For additional information about K-Star, please visit K-Star’s website at www.ksam.com.

POSITION OVERVIEW

K-Star is seeking an intelligent, analytical, and proactive associate asset manager to join the Credit Asset Management team. The associate asset manager will be responsible for the oversight and reporting on a portfolio of loans secured by stabilized, light to high transitional and possibly construction projects located throughout the United States. The qualified candidate will also be expected to participate in special projects and assignments related to the growth of the platform. With a goal of process development and execution, this candidate must be an exceptional communicator and have the ability to build strong partnerships across the various KKR businesses, including the Firm’s real estate credit originations, legal, finance, and asset management teams.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Analyze and evaluate draw requests, lease approvals, loan modifications and various other borrower requests and periodic underwriting of collateral
Monitor portfolio performance for potential adverse credit issues and trend analyses
Analyze and utilize monthly and/or quarterly financial statements and rent rolls with comparison against underwriting and budgets
Monitor national, regional and local market dynamics to assess tenant credit risks and concentrations
Prepare and present asset performance reports to company management and other investor parties
Collaborate with construction consultants and other members of the project team to monitor schedules, budgets, leasing and business plans in real time
Interpret complex loan documents to confirm and track satisfaction of relevant loan terms and covenants
Work closely with investment team on relationship management of transaction sponsor
Partner with internal and external legal counsel when evaluating legal issues and documenting various transactions arising from the asset management of the portfolio
Mentor and coach portfolio analysts in analyzing operating statements and rent rolls and supporting other asset management responsibilities
Manage special projects, including implementation of new technologies to support K-Star’s platform
Travel on an as needed basis

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferably in a related course of study
At least 4 years of related work experience in asset management of loans secured by commercial real estate
Fundamental knowledge of commercial real estate, fixed income, and general financial concepts
Superior analytical and financial modeling skills
Excellent organizational, verbal, and communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail and thoroughness is required to ensure accuracy in all data and work product
High proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
Special Servicing, Argus, construction loan or development experience a plus
Team Player with collaborative and strong relationship building skills with the ability to work independently in a way that reflects the company’s culture and core values
Skilled at developing and maintaining personal, social and business relationships representing KKR in a professional manner

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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.

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