New York Life Insurance Co

Sr. HR Business Partner, Corporate Vice President, Foundational Business

New York Life Insurance Co$119K — $153K *
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred; advanced degree or HR certification preferred.
  • 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including strategic partnership with executives in complex environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence business and talent strategy with measurable impact.
  • Expertise in HR practices such as organizational design and change leadership.
  • Proven track record of leading high-impact initiatives or transformations.
  • Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and guide senior stakeholders.
  • Exceptional judgment and analytical capability in high-stakes environments.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development and execution of people strategies that align with business objectives.
  • Partner with senior leaders to shape strategy through a workforce lens.
  • Anticipate workforce challenges and drive proactive solutions.
  • Influence talent and workforce strategies enhancing broader transformation efforts.
  • Lead organizational design and workforce planning initiatives to optimize structures.
  • Drive talent strategy including succession planning and leadership development.
  • Shape and sustain a high-performing culture aligned with business strategy.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including leave programs and adoption assistance.
  • Student loan repayment programs available.
  • Continuous refinement of benefits based on employee feedback.
  • Supportive offerings for a modern workforce to thrive inside and outside of work.
Full Job Description
Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic advisor and thought partner to senior leaders, shaping and driving people strategies that directly enable business performance and long-term growth. This role is accountable for translating business strategy into an integrated workforce strategy, influencing organizational direction, and leading talent and transformation initiatives.

With a forward-looking perspective, the Senior HRBP anticipates business and workforce challenges, leveraging data, insights, and deep expertise to design and implement solutions that drive a high-performing organization. This role balances strategic thinking with hands-on execution to evolve the way we operate and position the organization for future success.

What You'll Do

Strategic Leadership & Business Impact
• Lead the development and execution of people strategies for a major business unit or function, directly aligning workforce priorities with business objectives.
• Partner with senior leaders to shape business strategy and workforce plans through an organizational and talent lens.
• Anticipate and diagnose organizational challenges, recommending and driving proactive solutions that strengthen business performance.
• Influence and guide talent and workforce strategies, contributing to broader HR and enterprise transformation efforts.
• Lead organizational design and workforce planning initiatives, optimizing structures, roles, and capabilities for future growth.

Talent Strategy & Organizational Effectiveness
• Lead talent strategy, including succession planning, leadership development, and building future-ready talent pipelines.
• Design and evolve talent practices to improve organizational performance, scalability, and effectiveness across multiple functions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, coaching on leadership effectiveness, team performance, and organizational health.
• Lead high-impact initiatives to elevate leadership capability and strengthen accountability across the organization.

Transformation, Culture & Change Leadership
• Lead the evolution of the organization, including behavioral shifts and ways of working.
• Shape and sustain a high-performing culture, aligned with enterprise values and business strategy.
• Drive adoption of change through innovative, people-centered strategies, ensuring resilience and sustained impact.
• Navigate complex employee and organizational matters with high judgment, balancing risk, business priorities, and long-term outcomes.

Enterprise Collaboration & Operational Excellence
• Partner across HR Centers of Excellence and business leaders to deliver integrated, scalable HR solutions.
• Leverage advanced analytics and insights to measure impact, inform strategy, and continuously improve outcomes.
• Identify systemic opportunities to streamline processes and drive operational excellence at scale.
• Ensure alignment with evolving employment practices, regulatory considerations, and enterprise standards.

What You'll Bring
• Bachelor's degree preferred; advanced degree or HR certification preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including strategic partnership with executives in complex, matrixed environments.
• Demonstrated ability to shape and influence business and talent strategy with measurable impact.
• Recognized expertise in HR practices, including organizational design, workforce planning, and change leadership.
• Proven track record of leading high-impact initiatives or transformations.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence, challenge, and guide senior stakeholders.
• Exceptional judgment, analytical capability, and ability to operate in ambiguous, high-stakes environments.

Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $119,000-$153,000

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.

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: 93915

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.

Join Our Team

Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are hiring creative, curious, and motivated individuals who are ready to drive their careers forward. Explore our job opportunities and find out how your talents can make a difference at New York Life Insurance Co.

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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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11,960 employees
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Founded
1845

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