Senior Associate: Investments Team

Senior Associate, Investments

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week

Role Overview

New York Life Ventures is hiring a Senior Associate to join the Investments team. As a key member of the investment team, the successful candidate will make an immediate impact by employing a data- and network-driven approach to identifying investment opportunities in areas of thematic relevance to New York Life. This individual will own and drive workstreams across the end-to-end investment process, including evaluation, research, due diligence, transaction execution, and portfolio management across both direct and fund investments. Given New York Life Ventures' strategic investment mandate, the role also requires evaluating opportunities based on both financial return and strategic value, while contributing to the refinement and evolution of investment themes.

What You'll Do:

Source, research, and evaluate companies for potential investment and strategic opportunities

Lead evaluation of venture fund opportunities, including diligence, modeling, and referencing

Own deal screening and drive due diligence workstreams from initial evaluation through transaction execution

Manage assigned portfolio companies and fund relationships post-investment, including performance tracking, valuation analysis, and quarterly reporting

Build and maintain relationships with company founders, executives, and fund general partners, serving as a primary point of contact

Conduct industry research, total addressable market (TAM) analysis, and competitive landscaping to inform investment decisions

Develop financial models and analyze company and fund performance metrics to support investment recommendations

Author executive-level investment memos and portfolio materials; present recommendations to senior leadership and the investment committee

Partner with startup partnership teams and NYL business stakeholders to identify and unlock strategic opportunities across the portfolio

Lead thematic research to shape investment focus areas, develop perspectives on emerging trends, and inform strategic priorities

What You'll Bring:

Thoughtful, highly analytical mindset paired with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate well-informed viewpoints

57+ years of experience in private equity, venture capital, or a related field (e.g., corporate development, investment banking, strategy consulting, fund-of-funds, or technology strategy roles)

Demonstrated or developing subject-matter expertise in areas such as fintech, insurtech, AI/ML, enterprise software, data infrastructure, or cybersecurity, with the ability to build a differentiated point of view

Strong intellectual curiosity and drive to learn, create value, and operate in a collaborative team environment

Passion for the evolving technology landscape within and adjacent to financial services

Advanced financial modeling and presentation skills (Excel, PowerPoint) and strong written/verbal communication abilities

Proficiency using generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude) to accelerate research, synthesize information, and improve productivity

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a balance of confidence, humility, and integrity

Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to develop and defend informed opinions

Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $100,000-$143,000

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 communitiesinviting 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.

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.

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.