The Associate, Communications supports internal and external communications for Strategic Businesses, executing communication plans, and managing media relations and content development.
Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week
This position is hybrid, Tuesday - Thursday in the NY office, Monday & Friday work from home.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an Associate, Communications, to support internal and external communications for New York Life's Strategic Businesses (SBs). The SBs consist of: New York Life Group Benefit Solutions, Group Membership Association Division, Institutional Annuities, Institutional Life, New York Life Direct, New York Life Investment Management, and Seguros Monterrey New York Life.
What You'll Do:
Serve as a business partner to support internal and external communications deliverables for the SBs broadly and on communications initiatives that support one or more of the SBs.
Assist with the execution of communications plans that drive positive outcomes for the SBs in line with business goals; raise the profile of the businesses and its leaders among various internal and external stakeholders; and deliver both proactive and reactive support.
Assist with, and execute on, communications deliverables for the EVP and head of the SBs, including scheduling and preparing for various leadership communications events (quarterly "office hours"; town halls; etc.); media relations; social media; and external speaking opportunities.
Write and edit various communications plans and materials, including leadership messages, press releases, intranet content, speaking points, video scripts, social media content, and presentations.
Assist with quarterly and annual reporting, including analyzing intranet usage and email statistics, preparing and delivering employee pulse-surveys, and helping to manage earned and social media metrics.
Assist with intranet page by coordinating content updates, monitoring engagement needs, and supporting the scheduling and upkeep of the news calendar.
Format, proof and distribute executive communications, including managing and updating distribution lists.
Contribute to a broader calendar of communications deliverables for the team.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across Corporate Communications, including Corporate Design, Editorial, Digital, Video/Meetings, Content Strategy, and Employee Social Engagement.
What You'll Bring:
2-4 years of corporate communications experience, preferably in a Fortune 500 company or communications agency serving the financial services industry.
Media relations experience with the ability to leverage established media relationships, and interest in newsworthy investment trends, issues, milestones and events.
Collaborative team player with experience participating in high-profile cross-functional projects.
Well organized with strong attention to detail, delivering high-quality work on time and according to expectations; flexibility to manage changing requirements with short turnaround time.
Proactive, with strong project management skills and a demonstrated focus on consistency.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and work under pressure. Exemplary attention to detail.
Excellent writing, listening, presentation, and storytelling skills.
Experience using AI-powered communication tools to optimize engagement and support organizational goals.
Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or related field.
Experience in financial services industry highly desirable; interest in personal finance, insurance, and/or asset management a plus.
Hybrid environment: Office Tuesday through Thursday, working from home Mondays and Fridays.
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Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $64,500-$90,000
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.
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: 93086
This position is hybrid, Tuesday - Thursday in the NY office, Monday & Friday work from home.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an Associate, Communications, to support internal and external communications for New York Life's Strategic Businesses (SBs). The SBs consist of: New York Life Group Benefit Solutions, Group Membership Association Division, Institutional Annuities, Institutional Life, New York Life Direct, New York Life Investment Management, and Seguros Monterrey New York Life.
What You'll Do:
Serve as a business partner to support internal and external communications deliverables for the SBs broadly and on communications initiatives that support one or more of the SBs.
Assist with the execution of communications plans that drive positive outcomes for the SBs in line with business goals; raise the profile of the businesses and its leaders among various internal and external stakeholders; and deliver both proactive and reactive support.
Assist with, and execute on, communications deliverables for the EVP and head of the SBs, including scheduling and preparing for various leadership communications events (quarterly "office hours"; town halls; etc.); media relations; social media; and external speaking opportunities.
Write and edit various communications plans and materials, including leadership messages, press releases, intranet content, speaking points, video scripts, social media content, and presentations.
Assist with quarterly and annual reporting, including analyzing intranet usage and email statistics, preparing and delivering employee pulse-surveys, and helping to manage earned and social media metrics.
Assist with intranet page by coordinating content updates, monitoring engagement needs, and supporting the scheduling and upkeep of the news calendar.
Format, proof and distribute executive communications, including managing and updating distribution lists.
Contribute to a broader calendar of communications deliverables for the team.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across Corporate Communications, including Corporate Design, Editorial, Digital, Video/Meetings, Content Strategy, and Employee Social Engagement.
What You'll Bring:
2-4 years of corporate communications experience, preferably in a Fortune 500 company or communications agency serving the financial services industry.
Media relations experience with the ability to leverage established media relationships, and interest in newsworthy investment trends, issues, milestones and events.
Collaborative team player with experience participating in high-profile cross-functional projects.
Well organized with strong attention to detail, delivering high-quality work on time and according to expectations; flexibility to manage changing requirements with short turnaround time.
Proactive, with strong project management skills and a demonstrated focus on consistency.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and work under pressure. Exemplary attention to detail.
Excellent writing, listening, presentation, and storytelling skills.
Experience using AI-powered communication tools to optimize engagement and support organizational goals.
Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or related field.
Experience in financial services industry highly desirable; interest in personal finance, insurance, and/or asset management a plus.
Hybrid environment: Office Tuesday through Thursday, working from home Mondays and Fridays.
#LI-VL1
#LI-HYBRID
Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $64,500-$90,000
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.
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: 93086
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