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KKR question
Hi - curious if KKR is 5 days in office or are Fridays wfh? any other employee perks company offers? thanks!
KKR Real Estate Credit HireVue
I recently got a HireVue invitation from KKR for their 2025 Summer Analyst program in real estate credit. They sent two separate interview invitations, I'm assuming that they split up their behavioral and technical questions into two distinct virtual interviews. Is there anything in particular I...
Acquisitions by MGMT company vs acquisitions by funds
Hi Everybody, KKR recently acquired a remaining stake in Global Atlantic. It seems to me that the acquisition was led by the management company and not one of their funds. I am curious to understand whether it is common for PE management companies to acquire other companies, especially in other...
KKR Interview: If a 1st lien bond is trading at 80 and 2nd lien bond at 50. Why would someone invest in the 2nd lien?
Thinking about the question above - is it because of higher yield despite the risk? Anything I'm missing
KKR Leveraged Credit vs. Private Credit
What are the differences between these two teams at KKR and typically which one has better exits after an associate or analyst stint?
MF PE in Paris
Anyone has insight on large PE firms in Paris such KKR, Carlyle, CVC..? What is their team size, compensation, working hours..
KKR RE London
Any insights into their RE team in London? How has their 2015 fund performed? Heard that have invested at peak market into things like German Resi, might be their 2021 fund. They also have a Core+ fund, is the acquisition team divided or do the same guys underwrite opportunistic and core+ deals?...
KKR RE Credit vs RE Equity
How do the two compare in terms of hours and comp trajectory? Which is stronger relative to outside competition? Credit seems to be the more attractive vehicle, safer and even yielding higher returns, but would like to hear outside opinions.
LBO Modelling Test - KKR & Blackstone
Hey, Did anybody take or have any info on 90 min LBO Modelling Test for Blackstone and/or KKR? Any info/tips/resources appreciated. - Both for PE
KKR Real Estate Spring (6 months - April to Sept)
Hello fellow WSO enjoyers, I am a freshman Econ student from a London university. Have some credentials - 100+ days of internships in IR + brokerage, have done a couple of courses, etc. I am applying for the KKR Real Estate programme, open for 2025 graduates and I’m unsure of whether I have...
KKR RE credibility
What are potential exit ops from kkr real estate, and how does kkr's re credit group rank among peers (BX, Ares, Apollo) etc.?
GS Specialty Situations Group / Private Credit Inquiry
Hey, new guy on here (in college with both PE and PC internship experience - one more year after this since I am getting an MS in Finance) who is interested in working in opportunistic/distressed debt. preface: ignoring the feasibility of entering the space or my stats, not looking at if I can get...
Can a VP Credit Risk lateral into PE?
Hey everyone. Credit Risk VP here. I'm at one of the top banks in the nation and manage a portfolio and underwrite new business for upper MM clients. I have an MBA from a respectable school and 10 years experience in what I do which consists of modeling, deal structuring, working on distressed...
How much money do you spend on clothes on annual basis
I got into this finance stuff so I can be dripped out like the rappers I grew up listening to. However, I am wondering how many of you bankers spend 10k+ a year on a drip. If so, can y'all drop the brands and pieces you rock regular? Just a prospective monkey looking for a way to fuel his fashion...
Applying to a different group within the same firm (PE MF)
Hey everyone, I'm interning at a PE MF next summer and am graduating early -- was wondering if it's acceptable to apply to other full time analyst positions/groups within the firm since those apps are already open. Would appreciate any insight, thanks!
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KKR '23 London Intern
Going to keep this simple + can't find any information online so I'm asking here. Does KKR hire in London for Summer Interns in PE/RE and (when) should I expect applications to open?
Non-PE 1st Year Analyst Comps at Top Megafunds (Carlyle/Blackstone/KKR etc.)
Hey everyone, I'm joining a non-PE group within a top megafund (Carlyle/Blackstone//KKR/Apollo etc.) as a summer analyst next year and am wondering if anyone has any insights as far as what I can expect for total comp (base + bonus) for a 1st year analyst. Appreciate any input!
Opportunity: CMBS New Deal Rating Agency to small Insurance Buy Side
I recently completed a first-rounder for an Analyst role for a insurance companies management arm that focuses CRE Originations/ABS/CLO/Pref Equity. Fund size is about $2-$5 billion. The position would be to work directly under a team of portfolio managers. Sounds like a good buy side gig...
KKR Private Credit Interview Info
What should I prep/expect for a private credit SA super day? 5 interviewers, 30 minutes each, KKR Private Credit... what do you think the technicals will look like and what should I prep? Any recommended reading materials? Also, does anyone have an opinion on doing this out of undergrad instead of...
KKR PE London Process / Case Study
Does anyone have any insights they could share on the case study for KKR PE London, as well as on the overall process? This would be for a lateral move.
Thoughts on KKR London Culture and WLB
Hey monkeys, The title already says it - would appreciate any insights into the culture (collegial or elbow?, diversity, up or out?) and WLB at KKR London or other European offices. Cheers!
Accel-KKR Compensation
Had a recruiter reach out about an operations analyst position at Accel-KKR in Atlanta, GA. The job description says the role has a blend of portfolio company strategy and investment diligence and mainly hire people with 1-2 years of consulting background. Is anyone familiar with the opportunity and...
ONCYCLE RECRUITING 2021 THREAD
Got invitation for unformal chats with multiple MFs and UMMs. Should I treat these like interviews?!? Mod Note : here are some more PE recruiting related discussions: https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/oncycle-is… https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/heard-on-c…...
KKR London Real Estate Internship 2021
Guys has anyone who applied heard back from KKR? They seem to have been silent and I applied almost immediately. It said applications were to be reviewed on a rolling basis yet no one I know has heard back.
Full Time Recruiting 2022 - IB, S&T & PE
Qatalyst (on Handshake) J.P. Morgan Vista Equity Partners Blackstone KKR (deadline passed but rolling apps open) Goldman Sachs Bain Capital PWP Barclays Guggenheim (on Handshake) Oppenheimer Citi S&T FT Partners Rothschild PJ Solomon (on HS) William Blair PJT Cowen Last updated: 7/30....
Why the hate towards growth PE / sourcing (e.g. KKR Tech)?
Hello all, I have been looking through some recent posts on KKR Tech and find it surprising that a lot of people view it negatively. Is it similar to a VC-type role? I am new to the industry, so can someone tell me what are the negatives? What's wrong with sourcing deals - I thought a lot of the...
KKR Summer Analyst 2022
Hi Fellow Prospects, Wondering if anyone here had a seat at one of the KKR info sessions for SA 2022 in Private or Leveraged Credit; I think I found out way too late and did not receive links to the Webinars for both. Are they sending out apps after the webinar? Thanks in Advance
KKR Credit
Can anyone share any insights on the deal flow / culture / hours / comp as an associate in KKR Credit? How does this compare to KKR’s PE teams?
From PE to IB?
Hi everyone, I few weeks ago I joined one of the biggest pension funds in Mexico (Over 50bn usd), specifically in the Private Equity division, as an Infrastructure&Energy Analsyt after being 2 years as a market risk analyst in another pension fund, so pretty good job in FO buy side as LP (Limited...
Clarity on the Growth Equity Landscape
Hey monkeys, seems to be a severe lack of talk about growth equity on this forum. Was wondering if yall could shed some light on the growth equity landscape (ie. what are the top firms? how are traditional PE firms growth arms viewed in comparison? how many spots do these groups take? do they have...
How I got an summer internship at a Top firm from a "non-target" University
Read this before reading my long post: This path is only applicable to Latinos, African Americans and Native Americans, since it is a requirement to be accepted to the program. I hope this following post provides another way (from the many great suggestions of all of the other posts) to finally land...
What PE firms still underwrite IPOs?
Was reading about KKR Capital Markets' underwriting of Dollar General's IPO in 2009, and was wondering if KKR or other PE shops still do this (can't find any recent examples on KKR's end). Can anyone share insight on this?
Secondary Market for PE Investments
Hi guys, just wondering whether any of the professionals working within the industry can tell me what the secondary market looks like for PE or other alternative strategies. The reason I am asking is because I'm an investor and I'm quite bullish on the alternative asset managers (KKR, BX , CG etc)...
KKR Formally Approaches Walgreens on Record Buyout
Looks like KKR is officially in the game for Walgreens Boots Alliance what could be the biggest LBO ever - any comments on this? I think this is the top-of-the-market/ PE industry. What can KKR do after they take them private, what's the exit strategy for them ? I am not familiar with the US...
KKR London Modeling Test (KEA)
Hi all, has anyone completed the KKR Modeling test in London for analyst / associate position and could provide some further insight? Would also be great if you give some higher level overview and we can follow up in a private conversation? Thanks!
Evercore NYC M&A vs PJT NYC M&A for Private Equity and MBA Exit Opportunities
I'm lucky enough to have Full-Time Analyst offers for Investment Banking from both Evercore NYC M&A and PJT NYC M&A . I know I'm splitting hairs here but I'm just wondering if any of you have thoughts if one firm is slightly better positioned in terms of exit opportunities into PE mega-funds...
Best Groups Evercore NYC for Prestige, Deal Flow & Top PE Placement
Now that Evercore's M&A NYC Analyst class is getting bigger (~50 Analysts) and they are placing Analysts into groups earlier - I was wondering what the top groups at Evercore are considered to be? I'm interested from a deal flow perspective, prestige perspective, and best exit opportunities into PE...
KKR London
Has anyone gone through KKR’s recruitment process for London recently and could share some insight on structure of the interviews, modeling test, etc? Many thanks
Insights on KKR Information Breakfast?
Has anyone heard about/been invited to this KKR recruiting breakfast in NYC? I've been searching across the forums and the internet about the event to try and prepare but I've found nothing. Do a lot of people get invites? Does it have any influence on potential employment at KKR?
KKR Real Estate Credit Team
Hi all, I have a first round interview coming up with KKR's Real Estate Credit team and I was hoping someone here could shed some light on what to expect/how I should prepare. Any help is appreciated! Thanks, Tim
Ops at KKR a Dead End?
Hi monkeys, Was just offered an operations position on a leveraged derivatives team at KKR . Should I take this job? Currently I work in Ops for a large BD and am actively pursuing credit analyst roles and boutique IB roles. The operations work I do now is mind numbing. Is this Operations job at KKR...
Do IBD ask for employee's transcripts?
I am a Upenn LPS grad. I have a poli-sci degree with a minor in econ. I have read that some of the employers in IB look at transcripts. I worked hard to get into LPS, including getting high scores on the SAT. I have a good academic record, but although I have a traditional ivy league diploma from...
Chicago PE shops. Apollo? Ares?
I am currently in IB in an energy group, but looking to move to Chicago when i jump to PE . On Apollo's website, they have Chicago listed as one of their offices, but on linkedin / WSO there's no trace of them. Is the Chicago office of Apollo mostly support / administrative roles? Suggested...
2018 KKR Credit SA Interview
Anyone get feedback after 1st round interview for KKR leveraged credit? And also how is this group? Compared with BX GSO, Apollo Credit, Oaktree?
End of LBOs as we know them?
Simply looking for thoughts on the impact and likely hood of these changes. The non-deduction of interest expense will obviously hurt cash flow and returns. To what extent will it impact the industry? Should carried interest be subject to the same tax, even though the risk is much greater than...
KKR Macro & Asset Allocation Interview
Hi all, I'm new to WSO and wasn't sure where to post this. I was recently invited to first round interviews (phone screen) with KKR 's macro group. I couldn't find much info on them online. Does anyone know anything about this group and could provide some info on them and/or interview process? Want...
Barbarians At the Gate: A Monkey's Review
Partially to rise to Midas’ challenge/threat not to recommend any more books until we monkeys step up and start doing the same, I offer my review of this classic, which I have just recently finished. This is a book that has been on many a “Wall Street recommended reading list,” and for good...
KKR Real Estate Private Equity
Hi, Does anyone have some insight about KKR Real Estate private equity or has anyone worked there or working there now? I have an interest in applying for a junior position and want to know more about it. Do they have both equity and debt funds or just one of them? How is the interview? Is it very...
KKR to buy Epicor
With the deal being valued at $3.3 billion, KKR plans to acquire Epicor from Apax Partners . Tech LBOs are gaining traction these days. In fact, LBOs are most prevalent among tech transactions. What do you make of the deal and what the high frequency of tech LBOs means? KKR Deal to Buy Epicor from...
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