New York Life Insurance Co

Director, Field Marketing Programs and Activation

New York Life Insurance Co$140K — $180K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in marketing, sales enablement, or business strategy.
  • 3+ years of people leadership experience.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and influencing skills.
  • Proven ability to handle ambiguity and solve complex business problems.
  • Project and portfolio management capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategies to boost marketing and prospecting program engagement.
  • Create go-to-market plans for sales professionals to leverage available programs.
  • Identify performance improvement opportunities through enhanced communication and engagement techniques.
  • Monitor adoption trends and performance metrics to enhance program outcomes.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with various teams to support program promotion and optimization.
  • Translate feedback from the field into actionable recommendations for improvements.
  • Coach, mentor, and develop a team focused on engagement and program activation.

Benefits

  • Full benefits package including leave programs and student loan repayment assistance.
  • Unique offerings tailored for a modern workforce.
  • Continuous enhancement of benefits based on employee feedback.
Full Job Description
Job Requisition ID: 94858

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week

Role Overview:

We are seeking a strategic and execution-oriented leader to oversee activation, adoption, engagement, and growth across the full Field Marketing value stream, including programs and capabilities that help financial professionals find more, keep more, and win more clients.

This role is responsible for developing and executing strategies that increase awareness, utilization, and business impact across a broad portfolio of field and corporate-led marketing and prospecting programs, including digital marketing tools-websites, email marketing, and social media solutions-local event marketing programs, lead generation programs, client retention programs, and other initiatives designed to support the field across the full client acquisition and retention journey.

The role requires someone who will blend business strategy, marketing expertise, and operational leadership to connect efforts across the value stream, align priorities across program areas, and drive field adoption and measurable outcomes. They will work cross-functionally with partners across marketing, distribution, sales enablement, product, operations, compliance, and field leadership to ensure programs are effectively launched, promoted, supported, and optimized.

This is a people leadership role responsible for managing and developing a team while leading multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.

What You'll Do:
• Develop and execute strategies that drive awareness, engagement, and adoption of marketing and prospecting programs.
• Create go-to-market and activation plans that help sales professionals understand the value of available programs and incorporate them into their businesses.
• Identify opportunities to improve program performance through enhanced communications, awareness, and field engagement strategies.
• Monitor adoption trends and performance metrics to identify opportunities, remove barriers, and improve outcomes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across marketing, sales, field leadership, operations, compliance, product, and technology teams.
• Translate field feedback into actionable recommendations that improve programs and user experiences.
• Coach, mentor, and develop a team responsible for program activation and field engagement.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring:

Required Skills:
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and influencing skills.
• Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, solve complex business problems, and drive results through cross-functional teams.
• 10+ years of experience in marketing, sales enablement, program management, business strategy, or related functions.
• 3+ years of people leadership experience.

Preferred Skills:
• Experience working directly with sales professionals, advisors, agents, consultants, or other customer-facing business owners.
• Strong leadership experience with a demonstrated ability to build, develop, and motivate high-performing teams.
• Strong project and portfolio management capabilities, including managing multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.

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Job Level: LEVELMG2

Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $140,000-$180,000

Overtime eligible: Exempt

Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes

Sales bonus eligible: No

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual's experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.

Please note: This role requires FINRA licensed and/or FINRA Associated Person pre-hire fingerprinting.

Our Benefits

We provide a full package of benefits for employees - and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work.Click hereto discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.

Job Requisition ID: 94858

About New York Life Insurance Co

New York Life Insurance Company is a mutual life insurance company in the United States and one of the life insurers in the world, ranking #88 on the 2014 Fortune 500 list with over $540 billion in total assets under management, and more than $19 billion in surplus and AVR. New York Life and its subsidiaries provide insurance, investment, and retirement solutions. For 175 years, the company has been helping people put their love into action. It was founded in 1845 and is headquartered in New York.

New York Life Insurance Co Careers

Join the esteemed team at New York Life Insurance Co, a leader in the insurance industry, and propel your career to new heights with unparalleled job opportunities. As one of the most respected names in life insurance, we offer a platform where professionalism meets innovation, creating an environment ripe for personal and professional growth.

Work You’ll Do

At New York Life Insurance Co, you will be part of a culture that cherishes diversity and fosters leadership. Our team is composed of skilled professionals dedicated to providing financial security and peace of mind to our clients. By joining us, you will collaborate with top-tier experts in finance and insurance, leveraging your skills to make a meaningful impact.

Explore Career Paths

Whether you are seeking an internship, a full-time position, or a leadership role, New York Life Insurance Co provides a variety of career paths to help you achieve your professional goals. Our commitment to career development is evident through extensive training programs and continuous learning opportunities that ensure our team remains at the forefront of the industry.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the opportunity to lead projects that drive innovation within the company and the insurance industry. New York Life Insurance Co is at the intersection of tradition and innovation, where we constantly strive to develop solutions that anticipate the needs of our clients.

Be Part of a Great Team

Our team at New York Life Insurance Co is our greatest asset. We thrive on collaboration and respect each other’s contributions, creating a supportive and inclusive workplace. Here, networking and mentorship go hand in hand with day-to-day operations, providing a robust support system for career advancement.

Future-Proof Your Career

With New York Life Insurance Co, your career is future-proofed with endless opportunities for advancement. Our comprehensive benefits package supports your life both inside and outside of work, while our leadership and diversity training prepare you to take on new challenges.

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Prepare for Your Interview

Ready to join us? Prepare your resume and sharpen your interview skills to become part of a company that values vision, leadership, and a commitment to excellence. At New York Life Insurance Co, we are not just offering a job; we are offering a pathway to success.

New York Life Insurance Co – A Place Where Careers Are Made

From fostering innovation to encouraging diversity, New York Life Insurance Co is where you can pursue your passions and grow your career. Join us and make a difference in the lives of our clients and communities every day.
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