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New York Life Insurance Company · 1 week ago

Senior Associate - Business Development/New York Life Ventures

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$79K/yr - $113K/yr

2+ years exp

New York Life Insurance Company is the corporate venture and innovation arm of New York Life Insurance Company. The Business Development Associate will support startup partnerships and technology programs, managing portfolios and driving engagement between startups and internal business units.

FinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage monthly reporting for the Business Development team, ensuring CRM data accuracy and alignment with team goals

Support quarterly and annual reporting efforts, working with the Ventures Head of Platform to represent BD initiatives and metrics

Contribute to NYL Ventures’ storytelling efforts by highlighting key startup partnerships and innovation successes across internal and external channels

Assist with planning and execution of events, including annual meetings, Chat with a Founder panels, and Venture community gatherings

Oversee NYL Ventures’ portfolio of enterprise startup technology programs used across the business, supporting user onboarding, training, and adoption

Collaborate directly with startup partners to test new releases, troubleshoot issues, share feedback, and identify new use cases

Manage relationships with key startup partners, serving as their primary point of contact and ensuring alignment between partner goals and New York Life’s strategic priorities

Partner with NYL Technology and business units to promote and expand usage of venture-backed tools across the enterprise

Conduct monthly reporting on program performance, user engagement, and growth opportunities

Assist in sourcing and screening high-quality startups aligned to NYL’s strategic priorities

Conduct market research and diligence on emerging technologies and trends

Build internal relationships to understand business needs and identify potential innovation opportunities

Qualification

Business DevelopmentProgram ManagementMarket ResearchCRM ProficiencyCollaboration ToolsCuriosityEntrepreneurial SpiritCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam-oriented

Required

2–4 years of experience in business development, sales, marketing, program management, consulting, or corporate innovation

Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail and follow-through

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear insights

Experience working cross-functionally and managing multiple stakeholders

Curiosity and a 'test-and-learn' mindset, with enthusiasm for experimenting, iterating, and continuously improving

Team-oriented and coachable, with a proactive approach to feedback and collaboration

Entrepreneurial spirit — motivated to take initiative, solve problems creatively, and drive ideas forward

Commitment to delivering an exceptional experience for internal partners and startup collaborators, ensuring smooth communication and strong relationships

Proficiency with collaboration and productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Suite, Airtable, Coda, or CRM platforms)

Benefits

Leave programs

Adoption assistance

Student loan repayment programs

Company

New York Life Insurance Company

For over 180 years, we’ve helped turn your biggest dreams into milestones that last a lifetime.

Founded in 1845

New York, New York, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.newyorklife.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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