Human Capital Manager

Position: Human Capital - Benefits - Manager
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.

As a firm we manage investments across multiple asset classes and as individuals we are encouraged to think creatively to solve problems, explore opportunities, take on new responsibilities and challenges, put our clients first and contribute to our communities. We often measure success over years, not quarters. We value integrity in all that we do, whether it's presenting numbers accurately or being open and honest with a portfolio company executive.

People want to do business with those they like and trust. It's a mantra instilled in all of us from the top down.

At KKR, we believe that diverse teams increase performance and produce better results. Teams consisting of employees with varied backgrounds and perspectives will help strengthen our Firm and our investment decisions. Therefore, in an effort to enhance the diversity of our organization, we are particularly focused on recruiting talent that will bring different experiences, capabilities, skills and viewpoints to our organization.

KKR is looking for a  Benefits and Wellness Manager  to help oversee and administer EMEA/APAC health and welfare benefits, retirement, and wellness policies/programs. Based in Gurugram and reporting to the Head of EMEA/APAC Benefits in London, this individual will be responsible for managing the day-to-day benefits operations as well as assisting with the strategy development of EMEA/APAC benefits and wellness.

The Benefits and Wellness Manager will help manage key initiatives to enhance KKR's EMEA/APAC benefits and wellness programs, achieve greater efficiencies in vendor service delivery, and optimize KKR employees' understanding and utilization of benefits plans. This is a challenging role where you will use your analytical, vendor management and project management skills as well as your creativity and resourcefulness to execute the benefits and wellness strategy.

Responsibilities

Assist with managing EMEA/APAC benefits programs, supporting the Head of Benefits EMEA/APAC and taking ownership of operational delivery, vendor management and regional initiatives.
Oversee annual benefits cycles including UK/Dublin pension auto-enrollment, UK LLP administration, and broader EMEA/APAC renewals; ensuring flawless execution and continuous process improvements.
Serve as a subject matter expert on EMEA/APAC benefits, maintaining strong technical knowledge across health, risk, retirement and wellbeing programs, and advising on market and regulatory developments.
Manage employee escalations and benefits mailbox queries, working with vendors, brokers and internal stakeholders to resolve complex issues in a timely manner.
Assist with the execution of EMEA/APAC benefits strategies including benchmarking, survey participation, and implementation of innovative, market-leading solutions that align with KKR's culture and values.
Develop business cases and recommendations for benefit changes, including cost/impact analyses and presentations to senior leadership.
Strengthen governance and operational excellence, streamlining processes and driving efficiencies across all regional benefit programs, systems and reporting.
Partner with Finance and Payroll on budget management, forecasting, and financial reporting to inform short and long-term planning.
Oversee regional benefits communications, ensuring clear, engaging and tailored content across multiple channels (email, intranet, benefits guides, policy documents etc.).
Provide oversight of leaves of absence administration, ensuring compliance with statutory and firm requirements; advise the wider Human Capital team on policy interpretation, support Workday administration, and act as a trusted escalation point for complex cases.
Take ownership of co-developing and delivering the wellness strategy, proactively planning a calendar of locally relevant activities that reinforce and re-communicate benefits offerings. Lead vendor partnerships, collaborate closely with local Office Managers, and deliver high impact initiatives and events that enhance employee wellbeing and engagement while ensuring strong visibility with regional stakeholders.
Act as a trusted partner and advisor to the Head of Benefits EMEA/APAC, serving as deputy on key projects and stepping in to represent the function with…