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.
Job Purpose:
The Senior Compliance Officer - Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) is responsible for leading and supporting the implementation and oversight of KKR's financial crime compliance framework. This includes anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorist financing (CTF), anti-bribery and corruption (ABC), sanctions compliance, and fraud prevention. The role ensures that KKR operates in compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies to mitigate financial crime risks.
This position will be based in Dublin and will work across our global operations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversight and Advisory:
o Provide advice on FCC matters including on KYC to fundraising teams, other key business stakeholders and senior management
o Monitor regulatory developments and update policies and procedures accordingly
o Advise on high-risk customers, transactions, and business relationships
* Policy and Framework Management:
o Develop, implement, and maintain FCC policies, procedures, and controls
o Review and enhance the FCC risk assessment framework and typologies
o Manage Oversight of Third-Party Transfer Agents
* Monitoring and Investigations:
o Oversee or conduct investigations into suspicious activities
o Support the management of SAR/STR filings with the relevant financial intelligence unit (FIU).
o Perform thematic reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of monitoring systems
* Training and Awareness:
o Design and deliver FCC training programs across the organization
o Foster a culture of compliance and ethical conduct
* Sanctions and Screening:
o Ensure effective sanctions screening processes are in place
o Provide guidance on sanctions issues and manage escalations
* Stakeholder Management:
o Collaborate with internal stakeholders including KCS, Deal Teams, Legal, Risk, Internal Audit, and Operations
* Reporting:
o Prepare regular and ad hoc FCC reports for senior management and governance committees.
o Track and report on key risk indicators (KRIs) and FCC metrics
Qualifications and Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field.
* Professional certification (e.g., CAMS, ICA Diploma in Financial Crime Compliance) is highly desirable.
* 5+ years of experience in financial crime compliance, preferably in private equity or private markets
* Strong knowledge of global AML/CTF including Luxembourg and Cayman Islands, sanctions, and ABC regulations and frameworks (e.g., FATF, OFAC, UK/EU/UN sanctions, FCPA, UK Bribery Act).
* Knowledge of regional regulatory filings in Schedule 2 and Luxembourg
Key Skills and Competencies:
* Excellent analytical and investigative skills
* Strong understanding of risk management principles
* Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations
* High ethical standards and attention to detail
* Effective communication and interpersonal skill
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under pressure
* Team player
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