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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 OVERVIEW
Our Associate, Market Research position will be responsible for providing competitive research and analysis for our Individual Markets organization as a member of the Global Atlantic Market Research team. This high exposure role requires a deep understanding of our annuity products and their market positioning. The ideal candidate will be capable of delivering content and presentations at a national, companywide level. This position can be located in one of the following offices: Wayne, PA; Des Moines, IA, or Hartford, CT.
Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of product-related content across various departments within the organization.
- Manage research and analysis of insurance markets and competitive intelligence.
- Communicate and exemplify effective sales tactics and strategies.
- Act as a competitive product resource with comprehensive knowledge of the market landscape.
- Identify, analyze, and communicate product and industry trends.
- Proactively monitor key competitor product filings, positioning, and strategies.
- Develop, create, maintain, and present competition and industry overviews.
- Engage with industry organizations and peers as an industry contact.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong knowledge of retirement market products and industry.
- Highly analytical with a strong attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- In-depth understanding of product, sales, marketing, operations, and support aspects of our business.
- Flexible and adaptable to change.
- Demonstrate a willingness to quickly learn product lines, procedures, and workflows.
- Completion of relevant certifications, including Life, Health, Series 7, Series 6, and Series 63, or the ability to obtain these certifications within six months of employment.
- Preferably 7+ years of experience in Competitive Intelligence and/or Financial Services.
This is the expected annual base salary range for this 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 - $120,000 to $130,000
LI-ONSITE
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 Benefits@kkr.com. 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 Benefits@kkr.com. 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.
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 OVERVIEW
Our Associate, Market Research position will be responsible for providing competitive research and analysis for our Individual Markets organization as a member of the Global Atlantic Market Research team. This high exposure role requires a deep understanding of our annuity products and their market positioning. The ideal candidate will be capable of delivering content and presentations at a national, companywide level. This position can be located in one of the following offices: Wayne, PA; Des Moines, IA, or Hartford, CT.
Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of product-related content across various departments within the organization.
- Manage research and analysis of insurance markets and competitive intelligence.
- Communicate and exemplify effective sales tactics and strategies.
- Act as a competitive product resource with comprehensive knowledge of the market landscape.
- Identify, analyze, and communicate product and industry trends.
- Proactively monitor key competitor product filings, positioning, and strategies.
- Develop, create, maintain, and present competition and industry overviews.
- Engage with industry organizations and peers as an industry contact.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong knowledge of retirement market products and industry.
- Highly analytical with a strong attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- In-depth understanding of product, sales, marketing, operations, and support aspects of our business.
- Flexible and adaptable to change.
- Demonstrate a willingness to quickly learn product lines, procedures, and workflows.
- Completion of relevant certifications, including Life, Health, Series 7, Series 6, and Series 63, or the ability to obtain these certifications within six months of employment.
- Preferably 7+ years of experience in Competitive Intelligence and/or Financial Services.
This is the expected annual base salary range for this 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 - $120,000 to $130,000
LI-ONSITE
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 Benefits@kkr.com. 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 Benefits@kkr.com. 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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Market Research
Document your degree field before applying
PERM filings require your degree to align with the job's stated educational requirement. A marketing or statistics degree typically satisfies analyst roles, but a general business degree may trigger an RFE during the I-140 stage. Verify the match before submitting applications.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter market research employers by green card sponsorship history. Companies that have filed PERM applications for research analysts in the past are far more likely to have internal processes, legal counsel, and budget already in place for your sponsorship.
Check prevailing wage requirements for your metro
DOL sets prevailing wage levels by occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search tool. Your employer's offered salary must meet the certified wage level before PERM can be filed, so verifying this early prevents delays if your offer needs adjustment.
Use O*NET to frame your specialty occupation case
The O*NET profile for market research analysts documents degree requirements and specialized knowledge domains. Referencing these job zone classifications strengthens your I-140 petition by grounding your role in DOL-recognized occupational definitions rather than a generic job description.
Negotiate green card sponsorship before you accept
Once you start work, many employers deprioritize initiating PERM. Raise sponsorship timing, legal fee responsibility, and job description lock-in during the offer stage, not after onboarding. USCIS requires the job duties to match your I-140 petition at the time of adjustment of status.
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Find Market Research JobsMarket Research Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do market research jobs commonly qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Market research analyst roles qualify at the EB-3 level when they require at least a bachelor's degree in a related field such as statistics, economics, or marketing. Roles that require an advanced degree or where you hold a master's degree and the employer can justify EB-2, you may qualify at that tier instead. The distinction affects processing timelines and priority date movement, particularly for applicants from high-backlog countries.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for market research roles?
Green card sponsorship through PERM targets permanent employment rather than a temporary work period. There is no annual cap lottery at the EB-3 level for most nationalities, so your path forward does not depend on random selection. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status can take two to four years depending on your country of birth and USCIS processing volumes, compared to H-1B's faster status grant but limited duration.
What does the PERM process look like for a market research analyst position?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL attesting that they conducted a good-faith recruitment process and found no qualified U.S. workers for the role. The job description locks in at this stage and must match your actual duties throughout the green card process. After PERM certification, the employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS on your behalf. You can file for adjustment of status once a visa number becomes available for your priority date and country of birth.
How can I find employers who sponsor green cards for market research roles?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for market research employers with green card sponsorship history. Filtering by PERM filing history narrows the pool to companies that have already navigated the DOL and USCIS process for this occupation, which means shorter internal approval cycles and less friction when you raise sponsorship in an offer conversation.
Can my employer start PERM sponsorship while I am on OPT or H-1B?
Yes. Employers can initiate PERM labor certification while you hold any valid work authorization status. Starting PERM early is common strategy for H-1B holders who want to build priority date equity before their six-year cap approaches. USCIS allows concurrent I-485 filing once a visa number is current, and AC21 portability lets you change employers in a same or similar market research role after your I-485 has been pending for 180 days.
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