[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All KKR jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kkr/) · [Search jobs](/search/) KKR · New York # Associate, Insurance Strategy and M&A Team New York $120,000 — $160,000 Operations Listed on KKR’s official careers site. Posted April 20, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on KKR’s careers site →](https://www.kkr.com/careers/career-opportunities/post?gh_jid=5977229004) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [KKR](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kkr/) / Associate, Insurance Strategy and M&A Team ## 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. TEAM The Insurance Strategy & M&A team at Global Atlantic is responsible for driving strategic growth initiatives, including inorganic expansion, corporate development, and strategic projects for the insurance business. The team works closely with senior leadership across Global Atlantic and KKR to evaluate and execute transactions and initiatives that enhance the company’s competitive positioning and long-term value creation. Key areas of focus include (i) evaluating and executing acquisitions, partnerships, and reinsurance transactions, (ii) leading strategic initiatives across Global Atlantic’s insurance and asset management platform, (iii) assessing new business lines and growth opportunities, and (iv) supporting long-term strategic planning and capital deployment decisions. ### POSITION OVERVIEW Global Atlantic is seeking an Associate to join the Insurance Strategy & M&A team in New York. This role sits at the intersection of corporate development, strategy, and investing, with significant exposure to senior leadership and key decision-makers across both Global Atlantic and KKR. The Associate will play a key role in evaluating and executing M&A and strategic initiatives, including acquisitions that enhance the insurance business of KKR, reinsurance transactions, and internal strategic projects. This is a highly dynamic role suited for candidates interested in shaping the growth trajectory of a scaled insurance business. ### RESPONSIBILITIES The Associate will be expected to: - Support execution of transactions including acquisitions, partnerships, reinsurance and capital solutions - Build and maintain detailed financial models to evaluate M&A transactions, reinsurance deals, and strategic initiatives - Conduct industry research and competitive analysis across life insurance, retirement, and reinsurance markets - Develop investment memos, presentations, and recommendations for senior leadership and investment committees - Evaluate new market entry opportunities, product strategies, and business line expansions - Partner with business leaders across KKR to drive internal strategic initiatives and operational improvements - Assist in due diligence processes, including financial, operational, and regulatory workstreams - Support long-term strategic planning, including capital allocation and growth prioritization - Review and assess inbound opportunities from advisors, counterparties, and internal stakeholders - Collaborate closely with KKR investment teams to evaluate opportunities that leverage the broader platform ### QUALIFICATIONS 2–4 years of experience in investment banking (FIG preferred), private equity, corporate development, actuarial advisory or a related role Experience with insurance, reinsurance, or broader FIG strongly preferred - Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, with experience evaluating M&A transactions - Demonstrated interest in insurance and long-term asset/liability-driven business models - Ability to communicate complex analyses clearly and effectively to senior stakeholders High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment Aptitude for critical and creative thinking across the quantitative and qualitative spectrum Curiosity about and openness to adopting emerging AI technologies in day-to-day workflow - Strong intellectual curiosity and a proactive, ownership-driven mindset Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate across functions and seniority levels Maturity, presence, sound judgment, and ability to form and express opinions and ideas effectively to cross-divisional teams including senior management 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 $120,000 — $160,000 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. 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](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. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Apr 20, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 10, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 181 days - Location: New York - Pay: $120,000 — $160,000[Apply on KKR’s careers site →](https://www.kkr.com/careers/career-opportunities/post?gh_jid=5977229004) ## More jobs at KKR ### [Human Capital Business Partner - Analyst/Associate](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kkr/jobs/e9db98cfb04c2176f131/) New York ### [Private Equity Engineering Lead](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kkr/jobs/ebc047ac7ffa0cdd20ea/) New York ### [AI Solutions, Insurance](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kkr/jobs/1949ff4ca181f1a368ca/) New York ### [Actuarial Associate, Insurance Risk Modeling](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kkr/jobs/8ae1ac015d67e9cf4687/) New York ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Associate - Strategy & Operations - Insurance](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/doordash/jobs/5136ce79a9eca8bec285/) DoorDash · New York ### [BXMA - Absolute Return - Equity Strategy Team - Vice President / Principal](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/blackstone/jobs/c652940b1759e50f2091/) Blackstone · New York ### [Analyst Strategy team US at BBVA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bbva-banco-bilbao-vizcaya-argentaria/jobs/17a8ab815f985cdf246e/) BBVA-Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria · New York ### [Operations Strategy Consultant - FSP Team (AD Level Role)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/12f3eaf584298ef40439/) Thermo Fisher Scientific · Remote, North Carolina, United States of America ### [AI Strategy & GTM Consultant - Insurance](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ntt/jobs/7d5df991a6738e4232f8/) NTT · Plano, TX, US, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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