Sr. Associate, HR Business Partner, Group Benefits Solutions

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week
Be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of talent at New York Life. As part of Human Resources, you'll contribute to a comprehensive strategy that attracts, develops, and retains top talent. Whether it's identifying future leaders, crafting engaging learning experiences, enhancing offerings that support our people or fostering a workplace culture where everyone feels they belong, your work directly empowers individuals and fuels the company's growth. Join us and play a vital role in making New York Life an employer of choice for generations to come.
At New York Life, we believe our people are the foundation of our success and the heart of our mission - to help families and businesses achieve financial security and peace of mind.
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) plays a critical role in delivering on that mission by supporting several teams within Group Benefit Solutions (GBS) and partnering directly with senior leaders to execute New York Life's HR strategy. This role is both strategic and hands-on, responsible for driving people initiatives, fostering a culture of performance and inclusion, and ensuring that all HR practices are aligned with our company's values and long-term goals.
What You'll Do:
Strategic Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to multiple senior leaders, providing counsel on organizational design, workforce planning, and leadership effectiveness.
• Partner with business leaders to develop and execute people strategies that support department objectives and the broader enterprise agenda.
• Collaborate across HR Centers of Excellence (Talent Management, Total Rewards, Learning & Development, DE&I, etc.) to deliver integrated HR solutions.

Talent & Performance Management

• Lead the execution of annual HR processes including performance management, goal setting, compensation planning and succession planning across assigned functions
• Support leaders in identifying and developing high-potential talent to ensure a strong leadership pipeline.
• Coach managers and employees on performance, development, and engagement, strategies that promote growth and accountability.

Employee Experience & Culture

• Champion New York Life's culture of care, integrity, and mutual respect by fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels valued and empowered.
• Proactively manage complex employee relations matters, providing fair, compliant, and solutions-orientated guidance.
• Partner with leaders to implement change management strategies that strengthen engagement and organizational resilience.

Operational & HR Excellence

• Ensure seamless execution of HR policies, programs, and practices in partnership with HR Operations and Corporate HR Teams.
• Leverage Data, analytics, and insights to drive decision-making and measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws, ensuring adherence to New York Life's standards of ethical conduct.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required; advanced degree or HR certification (PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive HR experience.
• Deep understanding of HR practices, organizational development, and employment law.
• Demonstrated ability to build credibility and influence across all levels of an organization.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and communication skills with a focus on discretion and professional judgement.

Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $97,500-$125,000
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.
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Job Requisition ID: 92981