Corporate Vice President Strategy Lead

New York Life Insurance Company

Corporate Vice President Strategy Lead

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New York NY USA

In-Office

185K-265K Annually

Senior level

Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Fintech • Information Technology • Insurance • Financial Services • Big Data Analytics

The Role

The Strategy Lead will develop and execute strategies for Business Solutions assess growth opportunities drive cross-functional initiatives and monitor progress against key priorities influencing stakeholders throughout the process.

Summary Generated by Built In

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week
Role Overview
The Strategy Lead will lead strategy development planning and execution for New York Life's Business Solutions business. Business Solutions serves the needs of business owners and their employees through workplace-purchased solutions such as Employee's Whole Life and group employee benefits.
This role will serve as a trusted thought partner to the Head of Business Solutions and the Senior Leadership Team helping to shape the strategic direction of the business and ensure effective execution of key priorities. The Strategy Lead will play a central role in framing complex business challenges developing actionable recommendations and driving alignment across stakeholders to deliver results.
Partnering with leaders across product management operations sales enablement distribution and data & analytics this individual will help design and implement critical initiatives spanning go-to-market strategy operating model evolution customer and agent experience and business transformation efforts.
This role offers exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape the long-term direction of a growing business.
What You'll Do

Lead the development and ongoing refinement of the business's short- and long-term strategy
Identify and assess growth opportunities in the context of market trends competitive dynamics and enterprise priorities
Bring a clear fact-based point of view to strategic discussions and decision-making
Lead high-impact cross-functional strategic initiatives tied to key business OKRs and enterprise priorities
Drive initiatives to improve outcomes such as cross-sell client acquisition and producer adoption
Partner with enterprise stakeholders to define and advance product and go-to-market strategies for Business Solutions offerings
Translate strategy into actionable plans with measurable outcomes ensuring alignment from concept through execution
Own and lead the annual strategic planning process including prioritization of initiatives and resource alignment
Monitor and communicate progress against strategic priorities recommending adjustments as needed
Develop and deliver materials for senior executive audiences including SLT and enterprise-level forums
Influence and align senior stakeholders across functions without direct authority to drive enterprise outcomes
Serve as a connector across teams to ensure coordinated execution of strategic priorities
Contribute to a culture of accountability collaboration and high performance
Provide mentorship and guidance to team members and partners as appropriate
Own and drive end-to-end delivery of complex high-visibility initiatives
Operate with a holistic business-oriented mindset balancing strategic thinking with practical execution
Provide thought leadership in areas such as digital transformation financial wellness and growth strategy

What You'll Bring

Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
5+ years of experience in management consulting corporate strategy or a related field
Experience in life insurance worksite benefits or broader financial services strongly preferred
Understanding of insurance distribution models product economics and customer segments is a plus

Outstanding analytical critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong project management capabilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Executive presence sound judgment and a strong sense of ownership and accountability

Demonstrated ability to:

- Operate effectively in ambiguous high-stakes environments
- Influence senior leaders and drive decisions across a matrixed organization
- Balance strategic insight with executional rigor
- Develop clear compelling executive-level communications

Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $185000-$264500
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.
Company Overview
At New York Life our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology- data- and AI-enabled organization we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.
Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities-inviting bold thinking collaborative problem-solving and purpose-driven innovation. Here you'll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.
As a Fortune 100 mutual company we offer a place to grow your skills contribute to meaningful work and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what's next and your growth powers it.
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.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life's leadership in this space.
Recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com.
Visit our LinkedIn to see how our employees and agents are leading the industry and impacting communities.
Visit our Newsroom to learn more about how our company is constantly evolving to meet our clients' and employees' needs.
Job Requisition ID: 93955

Skills Required

Bachelor's degree required
MBA or advanced degree preferred
5+ years of experience in management consulting corporate strategy or a related field
Experience in life insurance worksite benefits or broader financial services preferred
Outstanding analytical critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong project management capabilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Executive presence sound judgment and a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous high-stakes environments
Ability to influence senior leaders and drive decisions across a matrixed organization
Ability to develop clear compelling executive-level communications

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New York Life Insurance Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights

Retirement Support—401(k) savings with company match alongside eligibility for a defined‑benefit pension in some roles underscores unusually strong retirement depth. Plan documents note vesting requirements and company materials highlight financial education around choices like Roth 401(k).
Healthcare Strength—Comprehensive medical dental and vision options are paired with tools to help choose cost‑effective care plus FSAs/HRA and mental health/EAP resources for employees and families. Well‑being programs and wellness centers or discounts reinforce access to care.
Parental & Family Support—Paid time off expanded paid new‑parent leave adoption assistance fertility support backup childcare and elder‑care resources indicate broad family coverage. Company recognition for family supports and ERGs signals emphasis on flexibility and caregiving needs.

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The Company

HQ: New York NY

12000 Employees

Year Founded: 1845

What We Do

At New York Life our 180-year legacy of integrity mutuality and financial strength fuels a future defined by bold transformation. As the largest mutual life insurance company in the U.S. we operate on behalf of our policy owners—not shareholders. That structure allows us to take a long-term view investing in people purpose and innovation that endures. Guided by a clear enterprise vision to become a technology- data- and AI-powered company we’re modernizing our platforms rearchitecting experiences and embedding intelligence across our products and services. Our mission has always been about helping people through life’s most meaningful moments. Today technology is amplifying that mission—enabling us to serve clients advisors and communities in more personalized proactive ways. With a diversified business portfolio spanning insurance investments retirement group benefits and direct-to-consumer offerings New York Life delivers the stability of a Fortune 100 company with the agility of one that’s continuously evolving. We’re powered by a values-led culture inclusive teams and a shared belief that when our people thrive so does our company. Here tradition fuels momentum—and your ideas energy and growth power what’s next.

Why Work With Us

New York Life is transforming from the inside out—blending 180 years of trust with the velocity of innovation. What makes us different is our culture: grounded in integrity humanity and shared success—values that show up in how we work lead and grow. If you want a place where innovation has purpose—build what's next with us.