New York Life Insurance Co

Strategy & Corporate Development, Senior Associate

New York Life Insurance Co$130K — $160K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4 to 6 years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, and/or asset management
  • Solid understanding of asset management industry trends
  • Strong skills in project and process management
  • Proficient in financial modeling, valuation, and corporate finance analysis
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial attitude
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on results
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Responsibilities

  • Engage with senior leaders to develop and communicate strategy
  • Conduct market research to inform business strategy development
  • Manage strategic project processes for critical initiatives
  • Design and coordinate internal and external presentations for executive committees
  • Assist in M&A processes including due diligence and valuation
  • Develop financial models and business plans for M&A and strategy projects
  • Facilitate cross-functional project implementation
  • Coordinate activities among management teams and stakeholders

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including leave programs
  • Adoption assistance programs
  • Student loan repayment programs
  • Employee-driven benefit refinement and improvement opportunities
Full Job Description
Location Designation: Hybrid - 4 days per week

NYLIM seeks a candidate with an investment banking and/or corporate finance background to join its strategy and mergers & acquisitions (M&A) group. The team supports the CEO and Management Committee of NYLIM on strategic initiatives critical to the organization, including M&A and business strategy projects.

What You'll Do

  • Work closely with senior leaders on strategy development, implementation and communication
  • Conduct market and industry competitive research to assist in developing business strategy
  • Assist with overall program / process management on important strategic projects taking place at NYLIM, including the Q4 2025 announcement whereby NYLIM expanded and integrated its third-party asset management business with its insurance asset management businesses
  • Create, design, and coordinate the development of internal and external presentations (both strategy and M&A), including presentations to the NYLIM Management Committee, New York Life Executive Management Committee, Investment Committee, and/or Board of Directors of New York Life
  • Assist in analyzing and executing on M&A opportunities from deal sourcing all the way to transaction completion (evaluating business plans, conducting due diligence, valuation & financial modelling, preparing senior management / Investment Committee materials, etc.)
  • Develop financial models, business plans, and other analyses for both M&A opportunities as well as certain strategy projects
  • Work with business units to implement cross-functional strategic projects
  • Coordinate activities among senior management teams, investment boutiques, business units and other stakeholders


What You'll Bring
  • 4 to 6 years of experience, preferably in investment banking, management consulting, and/or asset management
  • A good underlying knowledge and interest in the asset management industry, including the key drivers and trends shaping the sector
  • Strong project and process management skills (organization, ability to proactively follow-up and hold workstreams accountable, etc.)
  • Strong analytical skills (financial modelling, valuation, corporate finance)
  • Strong presentation and communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Self-starter, high energy, hard-working entrepreneurial attitude
  • Detail and results oriented
  • Exceptional Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word capabilities is required

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Job Level: LEVELPF4

Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $130,000-$160,000

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: 94062

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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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1845

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