Senior Director of Development-Manhattan GO (93655)

Location Designation: Fully Onsite


New York Life's primary distribution channel is the career Agency sales force of more than 12,000 agents, operating in virtually every major city in the United States. Every agent is affiliated with one of our 115 General Offices. These offices are operated by Agency management teams responsible for agent and management recruiting, development, and sales. Approximately half of our agents operate their businesses out of our General Offices, while the other half maintains independent office locations.

Our General Offices are divided into four Zones. In addition to our Zone offices, an Agency Home Office team responsible for strategy, finance, administration, standards, training, marketing and communications assists our agents and field managers. The Agency operation also comprises teams charged with growing our business in key market segments, including the middle-income market, the advanced (high-net-worth) market and select cultural markets. Agents sell individual life insurance, individual annuities, and long-term care insurance products, as well as mutual funds.

**The compensation package for this role will consist of a base salary and sales incentive. Total compensation for this role will vary based on performance, however, is expected to be in the $250,000-$300,000 range (not guaranteed).**


Role Overview:

• Ensure the completion and proper implementation of the NYLIC University Blended Learning Curriculum and Critical Selling Skills its entirety.
• Work with the Managing Partner to ensure the complete and proper implementation of the NYLIC U & Field Development System in the General Office. This includes conducting Performance Review and Planning sessions with agents, conducting Agent Development Planning meetings with Partners and Managing Partners, assisting with Monthly Planning Meetings, and Annual Planning meetings.
• Sales promotion. Assisting in communication to agents of General Office, Zone and Home Office promotions. Assisting agents with case preparation and in the field conducting Field Observation and Demonstration as well as assisting in presenting and closing sales. In addition, lead the implementation efforts of Field Development System, NYLIC U, and digital adoption with agents and managers in GO.

Qualifications:

• Valid State Life and Health Licenses
• FINRA Registrations, Series 6, 63, 26
• Strong Knowledge of Sales Central and Marketing Central preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of the Life Product Line preferred
• Excellent facilitation skills
• Proficient and able to effectively facilitate NYLIC U Blended Learning and Critical Selling Skills
• Good skills in the proper use of the FDS system (PRP, IID, FOD)
• The ability to lead one-on-one agent development sessions with other members of the management team
• Case development skills to assist agents in making sales in Middle and Advanced Markets
• Hold the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) and Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) Designation and at least one of the following: CASL, CLF, MSFS, MSM, or CFP
• Demonstrated the ability to assist in the development of another Development Manager through mentoring
• Demonstrated ability to work with Established Agents to improve their business

Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $135,000-$150,000


Overtime eligible: Exempt


Discretionary bonus eligible: No

Sales bonus eligible: Yes


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.

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

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Job Requisition ID: 93655

About NY Life Insurance Company

Diversity & Humanity-two values that are deeply rooted in the New York Life culture and have laid the foundation for over 175 years of commitment to our employees, agents, policy owners, and the communities where we live and work. At New York Life you become a valued part of a welcoming, inclusive, and caring culture that has a long-standing legacy in stability and growth. The strength of New York Life revolves around our diversified, multi-dimensional business portfolio that goes beyond life insurance, and we want you to be a part of our legacy.

As a Fortune 100 company and industry leader, we provide an environment where you can explore your career ambitions, offering opportunities to tackle meaningful challenges and stretch your skills while balancing work and life priorities. You will be part of a diverse team guided by our belief to always be there for each other-providing the support and flexibility to grow and reach new heights while making an impact in the lives of others.

You are our future, and we commit to investing in you accordingly.

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.

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