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Market Research Associate

KKR
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/31/2026
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 Overview

Our Associate, Market Research position will be responsible for providing competitive research and analysis for our Individual Markets organization as a member of the Global Atlantic Market Research team. This high exposure role requires a deep understanding of our annuity products and their market positioning. The ideal candidate will be capable of delivering content and presentations at a national, companywide level. This position can be located in one of the following offices: Wayne, PA; Des Moines, IA, or Hartford, CT.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the delivery of product-related content across various departments within the organization.
  • Manage research and analysis of insurance markets and competitive intelligence.
  • Communicate and exemplify effective sales tactics and strategies.
  • Act as a competitive product resource with comprehensive knowledge of the market landscape.
  • Identify, analyze, and communicate product and industry trends.
  • Proactively monitor key competitor product filings, positioning, and strategies.
  • Develop, create, maintain, and present competition and industry overviews.
  • Engage with industry organizations and peers as an industry contact.

Qualifications

  • Strong knowledge of retirement market products and industry.
  • Highly analytical with a strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • In-depth understanding of product, sales, marketing, operations, and support aspects of our business.
  • Flexible and adaptable to change.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to quickly learn product lines, procedures, and workflows.
  • Completion of relevant certifications, including Life, Health, Series 7, Series 6, and Series 63, or the ability to obtain these certifications within six months of employment.
  • Preferably 7 years of experience in Competitive Intelligence and/or Financial Services.

This is the expected annual base salary range for this 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 - $120,000 to $130,000

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. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email Benefits@kkr.com. Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.kkr.com/careers because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to Benefits@kkr.com. Only emails left for this purpose will be returned.

Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. This notice applies only to applicants and employees who work or will work in Massachusetts, in accordance with applicable state law.

Salary : $120,000 - $130,000

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