Arctos Partners Operating Platform - Principal/ Director

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.

Arctos Partners is a leading sports-focused private equity firm with a portfolio of 25+ professional sports teams across North America's major leagues. Our differentiated approach centers on operational excellence and value creation through our proprietary Arctos Operating Platform — a dedicated function that partners with portfolio teams to drive revenue optimization, operational efficiency, and sustainable competitive advantage.

We are seeking a seasoned operational leader to serve as Principal on the Arctos Operating Platform. Reporting directly to the Operating Platform Partner, you will own the strategy, day-to-day execution, and advisory function of the platform across our entire portfolio. This is a high-impact role for a proven leader who commands credibility with team executives, synthesizes complex operational challenges, and drives measurable value creation across multiple professional sports organizations.

Operations & Execution

• Lead all day-to-day operations and delivery of the Arctos Operating Platform across 25+ portfolio teams

• Manage relationships with team executives, ownership groups, and operational leadership

• Oversee implementation of strategic initiatives and operational improvements across the portfolio

• Work with existing Arctos associates, deal teams, and Arctos Operating Advisors to build out capabilities of AOP

Strategy & Advisory

• Define and continuously refine the platform's strategic priorities and operating playbook

• Advise portfolio teams on revenue optimization, cost structure, operational best practices, and competitive positioning

• Identify, codify, and disseminate cross-portfolio learnings and best practices

• Shape the platform's evolution in response to market dynamics and portfolio feedback

Value Creation

• Drive tangible improvements in team financial performance, operational metrics, and competitive positioning

• Support acquisition due diligence and integration planning for new portfolio additions

• Partner closely with the investment team to surface and execute value creation opportunities

Ideal Candidate Profile

Experience & Background

• 12–15+ years of professional sports industry experience

• Direct experience working within both a league office and a professional sports team (NFL, NBA, MLB, or NHL)

• Deep fluency in professional sports team revenue streams — ticket sales, sponsorships, media rights, premium seating, and beyond

• Proven track record of operational leadership in complex, matrixed environments

• Background in management consulting, corporate strategy, or quantitative analytics (or a combination thereof)

• Demonstrated ability to drive results across diverse organizational stakeholders