Corporate Credit Portfolio Monitoring Analyst/ Associate

KKR is hiring an Analyst/Associate in its growing Private Credit Corporate business in Dublin.

KKR is one of the world’s largest and most successful investment firms with a 50-year track record of investment excellence and now managing $700bn+ globally across public and private markets.

To enhance our ability to actively manage and optimize investments, KKR established the Portfolio Monitoring Unit (PMU) in Dublin in 2016. This dedicated team plays a pivotal role in overseeing our global Private Credit portfolio, ensuring disciplined risk management and long-term value creation.

Key Areas of Focus:

• Financial & Performance Analysis – Conducting in-depth evaluations of company financials to assess trends
• Asset Valuation & Financial Modelling – Applying advanced methodologies to ensure accurate valuations.
• Portfolio & Risk Management – Identifying and mitigating risks across a diverse set of investments.

Since its inception, the Corporate PMU team has grown to 19 investment professionals, now responsible for monitoring 165 investments across Europe, the U.S., and APAC. These investments span a wide range of industries, including technology, healthcare, industrials, and consumer goods.

Through proactive portfolio management and data-driven decision-making, we continue to enhance performance and drive sustainable growth across our global credit investments.

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented investment professional to join our portfolio management team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, assess portfolio company performance, and contribute to strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Portfolio Performance Analysis – Conduct detailed financial statement evaluations to assess underlying company performance.
• Risk Assessment – Identify and analyse financial and commercial risks, providing insights into overall portfolio exposure.
• Financial Modelling & Valuation – Develop financial models, perform sensitivity analyses, and conduct ongoing valuation assessments, including Discounted Cash Flow, Relative Value, and Enterprise Value Waterfall analysis.
• Investment Review & Reporting – Prepare comprehensive quarterly reviews and present key findings to the Investment Committee.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Maintain direct communication with senior leadership of portfolio companies, including CEOs and CFOs.
• Strategic Collaboration – Work alongside origination teams on refinancing, acquisition financing, restructurings, and exit strategies.

Candidate Profile:

• Experience: 2-5 years in investment banking, private equity, corporate or leveraged lending, corporate finance, transaction services, restructuring, corporate audit, or valuations.
• Analytical Acumen: Strong problem-solving skills and a keen eye for financial analysis.
• Academic Excellence: A solid educational background in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.
• Commercial Awareness: A deep understanding of financial statements, valuation methodologies, and corporate structures.
• Communication & Organizational Skills: Ability to synthesize complex financial data into clear, actionable insights.

This role presents a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a high-performing investment team. If you have the expertise and ambition to excel in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.

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