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 SUMMARY The AVP will support the corporate governance and secretarial needs of KKR & Co. Inc.’s (KKR) Insurance Business subsidiary, affiliates, and other insurance vehicles (collectively, Global Atlantic), located primarily in the United States and Bermuda. This role will work closely with both the Insurance Legal and Compliance teams, based in the US and Bermuda, and with the head of the Global Governance/Corporate Secretary team, based in Dublin, to ensure that applicable legal, regulatory, contractual, and reputational requirements are met with respect to internal corporate governance frameworks, corporate organizational documents, and entity constitutional documents. This role is critical to upholding fiduciary standards, supporting boards of directors and their committees, and enhancing transparency, accountability, and operational integrity across KKR’s Insurance platform. RESPONSIBILITIES Board & Committee Support * Coordinate the scheduling and convening of board and committee meetings for Global Atlantic’s top holding company, operating companies and co-investment vehicles * Manage the forward meeting calendars and agendas for boards and committees * Draft agendas, organize collation of board packs/management presentations, notify presenters of agenda items and due dates for materials, including by coordinating with internal teams, executive assistants, independent directors and other external participants, as appropriate * Set up meeting materials in Board software solution and distribute in a timely manner * Draft meeting minutes for board and committee meetings * Serve as a point of contact for independent directors, senior executives and their teams, and external service providers Document Management & Corporate Formalities * Maintain the Insurance Business board and corporate action calendar (which will be primarily based on meetings and other actions occurring in the Eastern US time zone) to ensure timely approval and execution of requisite action items and regulatory filings in multiple jurisdictions * Maintain local Governance Frameworks and closely coordinate with colleagues globally on Global Governance best practices and standards (annual reviews and ad hoc, as deemed appropriate) * Draft corporate resolutions (including dividend payments, capital contributions, external auditor appointment / re-appointment) and other corporate formalities (e.g., signing authorities, powers of attorney and director appointments/resignations) for all entities * Work closely with Gurugram, India, legal entity management team with respect to their management of legal entities through our legal entity management system, Computershare Global Entity Management software (“GEMs”), to the extent there is overlap with this role’s support for governance related matters * Work closely with legal colleagues drafting incorporation documents and bye-laws and support keeping such documents up to date * Maintain the appropriate governance playbooks (or related documents) * Coordinate with separate KKR & Co. Inc. public company and Insurance Business legal team regarding U.S. and Bermuda developments that may impact subsidiary corporate governance * Provide support for ad hoc global and regional corporate governance projects Regulatory Filings & Compliance * Manage Insurance Business corporate governance document repository by maintaining board materials, minutes and resolutions, governing documents, policies, offering memorandums, SEC filings, organizational charts, and other corporate documents * Coordinate legal review of insurance regulatory annual filings related to governance, including Corporate Governance Annual Disclosure (CGAD) and corporate governance content in other regulatory submissions * Monitor and track compliance with board-related regulatory requirements and commitments made to regulators * Ensure timely review and approval of requisite regulatory filings by applicable Boards Service Provider Engagement * Manage, maintain, and supervise relationships with third-party service providers supporting board and committee operations * Oversee and review the board material software system, including managing access permissions, distribution lists, and new licence requests * Coordinate external audit document requests and confirmations, as it relates to governance documentation QUALIFICATIONS * Minimum 4+ years of corporate governance or corporate secretary experience in a financial services, insurance, or asset management environment * Strong understanding of board governance, corporate formalities, and regulatory compliance requirements * Experience supporting multiple boards and committees simultaneously * Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (SharePoint, PowerPoint, Excel, Word) * Proficiency in governance / corporate secretary tools and software, including board portal systems (NBV, Diligent, or similar) and legal entity management systems (GEMs or similar) * Ability to understand and manage legal documents and store them in compliance with statutory and company requirements * Experience with legal entity management globally is helpful but not required KEY COMPETENCIES Communication & Collaboration * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to educate and influence stakeholders at all levels * Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with senior executives * Team player who can also work independently; ability to work effectively across different cultures and geographies Organization & Execution * Well organized; consistently completes projects on-time and with strong attention to detail * Proficiency in managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards * Ability to manage and prioritize multiple demands and projects and comfortably work independently in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment * Focuses on delivery excellence and accountability * Excellence in reading comprehension and organizational skills Problem-Solving & Adaptability * Exceptional analytical skills to identify challenges and propose and implement effective solutions * Flexibility to navigate changing environments and adjust strategies as needed * High intellectual curiosity and innovative mindset, and desire to learn and expand knowledge base to new areas Independence & Integrity * Self-motivated and proactive with the ability to work independently under pressure and to tight deadlines * Able to work as a team player and independently * Demonstrates highest levels of integrity Relationship Management * Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders * Ability to work across different cultures and jurisdictions This is the expected annual base salary range for this Boston-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 $130,000—$160,000 USD This is the expected annual base salary range for this Iowa-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 $110,000—$140,000 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 [email protected]. 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 [email protected]. 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.

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