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KKR · 1 day ago

Real Estate Credit Direct Lending Analyst

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management and capital markets solutions. The Real Estate Credit team is seeking an investment professional to join its Direct Lending team, focusing on underwriting commercial loans and managing the due diligence process.

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Responsibilities

Actively coordinate the investment process (bidding, due diligence, and closing)
Participate in due diligence sessions, loan structuring negotiations, and closing processes
Participate and present in pipeline meetings, deal screening sessions, and investment committees
Conduct macro and micro level data analysis to inform investment decisions
Assist with asset management, reporting requirements, and other fundraising/investor relations work streams
Participate in strategic task force initiatives to further scale and institutionalize the KKR Real Estate Credit business
Work collaboratively with colleagues in KKR Real Estate Credit and KKR Real Estate Equity as well as across the firm to “connect the dots” and support KKR’s one-firm approach

Qualification

Commercial real estate financeFinancial modelingAnalytical skillsFixed incomeInvestment acumenIntellectual curiosityProfessionalismWritten communicationPresentation skillsRelationship buildingGoal-orientedSelf-starterIntegrity

Required

1-2 years of relevant work experience, preferably in commercial real estate finance
Superior analytical and financial modeling skills with demonstrated investment acumen, knowledge, and thoughtfulness as a credit-minded investor
Strong knowledge of commercial real estate, fixed income, and financial concepts
Exceptional written and presentation skills and strong executive presence
Collaborative and has strong relationship building skills
Able to work independently and represent the Firm's culture and values in a professional manner
Goal-oriented and has the ability to effectively multi-task, prioritize, and manage timelines
Entrepreneurial, resourceful, and a self-starter
Intellectually curious with a desire to continuously expand their knowledge base
Committed to the highest level of integrity and professionalism

Benefits

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, based on factors such as individual and team performance.

Company

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions.

H1B Sponsorship

KKR has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (25)
2024 (13)
2023 (11)
2022 (22)
2021 (8)
2020 (11)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.28B
2025-08-04Post Ipo Debt· $900M
2025-05-20Post Ipo Debt· $550M
2025-03-04Post Ipo Equity· $2.25B

Leadership Team

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Hirofumi Hirano (平野 博文)
Member & Chief Executive Officer of KKR Japan
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Scott Nuttall
Co-Chief Executive Officer
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