CORPORATE VICE PRESIDENT, Enterprise Reinsurance

New York Life Insurance Co

New York, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$119,000–$170,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Actuarial Skills, Analysis Skills, Annuities, Business Skills, Communication Skills, Consulting, Corporate Planning, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, Finance, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Legal, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Reinsurance, Reporting Dashboards, Risk Modeling, Team Player, Volunteer Experience
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
8 days ago

Job Requisition ID: 94284

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week

Position: Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Reinsurance

Make a Lasting Impact at a Leading Financial Institution

Are you ready to help shape reinsurance strategy at one of the most respected names in

the industry? New York Life is seeking an accomplished reinsurance subject matter expert

to support and advance our enterprise-wide reinsurance agenda. In this high-impact

individual contributor role, you will provide deep technical and commercial expertise, help

align reinsurance activities with strategic business objectives, and drive forward critical

priorities in partnership with senior leadership.

This is a rare opportunity to work closely with executive leadership, contribute to

transformational initiatives, and serve as a trusted expert on complex reinsurance matters

  • all while influencing the trajectory of a Fortune 100 company.

What You'll Do

Advance the Enterprise Reinsurance Strategy

  • Provide expert input on reinsurance strategy and desired outcomes to support

achievement of New York Life objectives, including assessing potential

opportunities, reinsurance structures, and execution considerations.

  • Partner with key stakeholders to identify business priorities and assess reinsurance

opportunities; help develop and refine the organization's reinsurance roadmap in

alignment with business and enterprise objectives.

  • Develop analyses, recommendations, and practical frameworks that support

alignment, inform decision-making, and enable efficient execution across the

enterprise.

  • Support external engagement in coordination with internal stakeholders to evaluate

new business ideas, leveraging technical and commercial expertise to uncover

growth and value creation opportunities.

  • Influence cross-functional stakeholders to support strategic alignment, facilitate

decision-making, and prepare materials and recommendations for senior

leadership and governance body review.

Drive Execution and Operational Excellence

  • Manage new and existing reinsurance transactions and relationships in partnership

with other internal stakeholders.

  • Support oversight, implementation, coordination, monitoring, and reporting of

reinsurance activities in partnership with internal stakeholders.

  • Serve as a senior execution lead for reinsurance deal project management,

transaction execution, and operational implementation in partnership with internal

stakeholders to support seamless delivery. Coordinate across functions and engage

necessary partners as needed (e.g., product, finance, legal, corporate development,

IT).

  • Help define and track key performance indicators in collaboration with various

business units to evaluate whether transactions support enterprise objectives and

provide recommendations for adjustments or new initiatives as needed.

  • Develop and enhance technology-enabled processes, tools, and dashboards to

support efficient monitoring and reporting of reinsurance transactions and

relationships.

Serve as a Trusted Technical Advisor

  • Provide deep subject matter expertise across reinsurance operations - including

administration, reporting, and ongoing monitoring of reinsurance deals and treaties

  • to support accuracy, compliance, and strategic alignment.
  • Act as a trusted advisor and execution partner to the enterprise reinsurance leader,

helping to advance priorities, resolve issues, and drive progress across complex

initiatives.

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Actuarial Science, Consulting a plus or

related field; advanced credentials such as MBA, CFA, or FSA highly preferred.

  • At least 8 years of hands-on experience in life/annuity reinsurance (including assetintensive reinsurance) and 12+ years in related financial roles within insurance.
  • Demonstrated aptitude to leverage business acumen, interpersonal skills, market

insights, and technical expertise to foster relationships, identify new business

opportunities, and optimize reinsurance strategies.

  • Deep understanding of reinsurance structures and treaties, including risk modeling,

underwriting, and regulatory considerations. More specifically, extensive experience

in US statutory and offshore regulatory frameworks.

  • Expertise in reinsurance structures, risk modeling, and regulatory frameworks -

especially U.S. statutory and offshore jurisdictions.

  • Strong network of industry relationships
  • Demonstrated ability to influence in a matrixed or cross-functional environment,

with excellent communication skills and the ability to succinctly present complex

ideas to senior executives and governance bodies.

  • Detail-oriented and collaborative problem solver able to navigate execution issues

and challenges across multiple levels of the enterprise.

  • Proven ability to operate as a highly credible technical expert and independent

contributor within reinsurance or similarly complex domains.

Job Level: LEVELPF5

Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $119,000-$170,000

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.

Please note: This role requires FINRA licensed and/or FINRA Associated Person pre-hire fingerprinting.

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. Were 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.

Job Requisition ID: 94284

About the Company

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New York Life Insurance Co

There are few Fortune 100 companies as renowned as we are for our diverse culture, training, and career opportunities. So it should not be surprising that when you work at New York Life—whether as an agent or one of our valued corporate employees—you’re backed by unyielding support, development, and resources. Start here to discover the right career track for you.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Insurance
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
401K, Retirement / Pension Plans
FOUNDED
1845
WEBSITE
https://www.newyorklife.com