New York Life Insurance Company

Sr. Executive Assistant

New York Life Insurance Company  •  $87k - $124k/yr  •  New York City, NY (Hybrid)  •  5 hours ago
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Job Description

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week

Job Description:

Provides advanced administrative support to the SVP, Deputy General Counsel & Secretary, who is a member of the Firm’s Executive Management Committee. This role will work across corporate governance, corporate events and corporate responsibility, working with key leaders throughout the enterprise on a range of strategic initiatives.

The role requires the ability to manage multiple priorities and exercise strong judgment. The individual must be highly organized, detail-oriented and capable of operating independently in a fast-paced environment, while also making sure key details are communicated to the team.

This role offers a unique opportunity to go beyond traditional executive support and become an integral member of the corporate governance team, with the opportunity to learn and contribute to key governance processes. The role requires someone who is interested in understanding the context behind requests and learning the strategy, with excellent people skills and EQ allowing them to work across a range of stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational skills, strong verbal and written communication abilities, exceptional attention to detail and the flexibility to adapt as priorities change. The individual will also demonstrate sound judgment and the ability to develop practical solutions in situations that may be atypical, time-sensitive or not clearly addressed by established procedures. Project manager mentality is a plus!

What You’ll Do:

  • Manage a complex executive calendar, including scheduling, prioritization and resolving competing demands on time. Flexibility to work extended hours on occasion, particularly in connection with Board meetings.
  • Assist with both Board of Directors and Executive Management Committee meetings, handling a range of activities including meeting logistics. Participate in weekly Office of the Corporate Secretary (OCS) staff meetings to gain context and familiarity with the planning and execution process.
  • Coordinate meetings, travel, expenses and other administrative activities.
  • Handle incoming calls, emails and requests with professionalism, discretion and sound judgment.
  • Track follow-up items, commitments and deadlines, ensuring timely completion and escalation when appropriate. Anticipate needs before they arise.
  • Learn and utilize BoardVantage and other governance-related systems and tools.
  • Assist with special projects, events and senior leadership meetings as needed.
  • Provide solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring, drawing upon experience, judgment and established practices.

What You’ll Bring:

  • 7 plus year of administrative experience supporting senior leaders, legal professionals, or executives in a corporate, legal, or professional services environment.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing demands, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and departmental technology platforms.
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Proven discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
  • Strong judgment, initiative, problem-solving skills, and ability to anticipate needs and prioritize competing requests.
  • Familiarity with AI-enabled tools and emerging technologies that enhance productivity, efficiency, and collaboration.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred.

Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $87,000-$123,500

Overtime eligible: Nonexempt

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 here to 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: 94792

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About New York Life Insurance Company

For over 180 years, we’ve helped turn your biggest dreams into milestones that last a lifetime. As a mutual company we hold ourselves to the highest standards of transparency, objectivity, and integrity. We’re committed to improving local communities through a culture of giving and volunteerism, supported by our own New York Life Foundation.

Join a company that values development, career growth, collaboration, innovation, and diversity & inclusion. Through various resources and programs, you can grow your career while developing personally and professionally.

Your life. New York Life. More powerful, together. Insurance • Investments • Retirement • Advisory Services

New York Life is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual

Orientation/Gender Identity

Investments are offered through NYLIFE Securities LLC (Member FINRA/SIPC), a Licensed Insurance Agency. Advisory services are offered through Eagle Strategies LLC, a Registered Investment Adviser. NYLIFE Securities LLC and Eagle Strategies LLC are New York Life Companies. Not all New York Life agents are licensed to offer investments or advisory services. Only those agents who disclose their affiliation with NYLIFE Securities LLC and/or Eagle Strategies LLC are credentialed to provide the respective products and services.

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Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
New York, New York
Year Founded
1845
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