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.

TEAM OVERVIEW

Established in 2008, the Public Policy & Affairs team works in partnership with the KKR Global Institute (KGI), KKR leadership, industry and country teams, portfolio companies, limited partners and other stakeholders to facilitate better investing through a better understanding of the intersection between policy and politics. The team helps guide KKR’s investments and portfolio companies on legislative, regulatory, and reputational considerations to help manage risks and identify opportunities. The team collaborates with our Legal, Compliance, Investment, Risk, Finance, Technology, and other teams to manage and protect the firm’s license to operate.

POSITION SUMMARY

The KKR Public Policy team seeks to hire an Analyst based in Washington, D.C. who will be fully dedicated to supporting Global Atlantic Financial Group, KKR’s life insurance and reinsurance business. The position will report to the Managing Director, Regulatory & Government Affairs, Insurance. The individual will monitor and analyze insurance regulatory and public policy developments, help the team to assess their potential implications for Global Atlantic, and translate complex issues into actionable intelligence for senior executives and business leaders. The Analyst will work closely with Global Atlantic leadership, including senior legal and regulatory stakeholders, and will support engagement with regulators, policymakers, trade associations, and other external stakeholders. The role requires strong judgment, analytical and communication skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, highly commercial environment. This is an in-office position and requires working from KKR’s Washington, D.C. office five days per week.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Insurance Regulatory and Legislative Monitoring and Analysis: Monitor, track, and analyze U.S. state insurance regulatory and legislative developments, including activity involving state insurance departments, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), the National Organization of Life and Health Insurance Guaranty Associations (NOLHGA), and the National Council of Insurance Legislators (NCOIL). Assess emerging risks and opportunities for Global Atlantic and provide timely, targeted updates to senior executives and other internal stakeholders.
Executive Communications and Presentations: Develop clear, concise, and polished presentations, briefing materials, regulatory updates, and other content for Global Atlantic and KKR senior executives and other senior stakeholders.
Regulator and Policymaker Engagement: Prepare briefing notes, background materials, and related content for senior executives ahead of meetings with insurance regulators, policymakers, and other government officials, and support preparation and follow-up associated with those engagements.
Regulatory Priorities and Cross-Functional Coordination: Partner closely with Legal, Compliance, KCS, Bermuda, Risk, and other business functions to coordinate engagement on key regulatory and policy issues, maintain internal regulatory-priorities materials and dashboards, and support consistent and effective reporting to senior leadership.
Regulatory Reporting and Analysis: Develop internal reports and analyses that synthesize regulatory developments, identify emerging themes, and explain potential implications for Global Atlantic’s business, strategic priorities, and operating environment.
Relevant Insurance Trades: Track discussions, initiatives, and emerging issues across relevant insurance trade associations; synthesize key developments; and provide targeted updates to appropriate internal subject-matter experts and senior stakeholders.
International Insurance Policy: Monitor relevant international insurance supervisory and financial-policy developments, including work involving the International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS), International Monetary Fund (IMF), Bank for International Settlements (BIS), Financial Stability Board (FSB), and other relevant institutions, and assess potential implications for U.S. insurance regulation and Global Atlantic.
External Advisors and Consultants: Help manage and leverage external advisors and consultants to source timely policy and regulatory intelligence, deepen the team’s understanding of emerging issues, and support efforts to advance Global Atlantic’s positions on key regulatory and public policy priorities.
Travel and External Engagement: Travel as needed to represent Global Atlantic at industry conferences and meetings with insurance regulators, policymakers, and other external stakeholders, and to support senior executives in connection with relevant external engagements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree required.
2+ years of meaningful private-sector experience is required, preferably, in public policy, government and/or regulatory affairs, insurance, or related industries.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to develop high-quality materials for senior executives.
Demonstrated ability to use AI-enabled tools thoughtfully to improve the consistency, quality, and efficiency of recurring workflows.
Strong presentation capabilities and comfort communicating with senior internal and external stakeholders.
Basic understanding of the U.S. state-based insurance regulatory system, including familiarity with the NAIC.
Knowledge of the interplay among U.S. state and federal policymakers, and the ability to assess how developments across jurisdictions may affect Global Atlantic.
General familiarity with the U.S. federal policy landscape and the legislative, regulatory, and political dynamics relevant to financial services and insurance.
General understanding of international insurance supervisory dynamics and relevant institutions, including the IAIS, IMF, BIS, and FSB.
Strong proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills – can develop trusted relationships with a variety of constituents, build credibility quickly, and partner effectively with others.
Ability to prioritize among competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

CRITICAL COMPENTENCIES FOR SUCCESS

Ability to quickly learn complex insurance, reinsurance, accounting, financial, capital, and regulatory concepts and translate them clearly for different audiences.
Deep intellectual curiosity and a demonstrated instinct to understand how policy and regulatory developments affect the business.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify relevant implications from complex or evolving issues.
Exceptional written and oral communication and presentation skills, including the judgment and presence to communicate effectively with senior executives.
Excellent judgment, maturity, discretion, and attention to detail.
Strong project and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
High degree of ownership, initiative, and responsiveness, with the flexibility and team orientation to contribute across a broad range of execution-oriented responsibilities at every level in support of a lean team.
Collaborative, low-ego team player who prioritizes team outcomes and builds productive relationships across legal, compliance, business, investment, and external stakeholder groups.
Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced, highly commercial, and high-expectation environment.

#LI-ONSITE

This is the expected annual base salary range for this Washington DC-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

$90,000—$120,000 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.

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Base Salary Range 90000 - 120000 USD

About the company

KKR is a global investment firm that raises money from pension funds, insurers, sovereign wealth funds and wealthy individuals and invests it in private equity, credit, infrastructure and real estate. It was an early pioneer of the debt-funded buyout, and its 1989 takeover of RJR Nabisco ranks among the largest buyouts ever. Through its Global Atlantic subsidiary, KKR also sells retirement annuities and life insurance and invests the premiums. It earns management fees on client money, a share of investment profits and income from its own holdings. KKR was founded in 1976 by Jerome Kohlberg, Henry Kravis and George Roberts and is based in New York City.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1976

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Clients keep sending money: KKR raised $133 billion in new capital in the 12 months to June 2026.
Stable footing: KKR set earnings records in the quarter ended June 2026, with assets up 16% to $796 billion.
Small teams run big money: about 2,700 asset management staff oversaw $744 billion in December 2025.

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Regulators are watching its deals: KKR agreed in August 2026 to a record $250 million penalty over merger filings.
Equity pay has lost value: KKR shares fell about 22% from January to June 2026 on private credit fears.
Its lending arm carries default risk: Moody's cut affiliated lender FS KKR Capital to junk status in March 2026.

What makes KKR unique

KKR owns its own insurer: Global Atlantic, bought in 2021, held $219 billion of KKR's assets at 2025's end.
Individual investors are a fast-growing channel: KKR's K-Series wealth funds reached $42 billion by June 2026, up nearly 70%.
Workers share in buyouts: since 2011 KKR has given equity to frontline staff at companies it owns.

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