Corporate Vice President, DIS Product Director

New York Life • New York, NY

220d • $175,000 - $237,500

About The Position

Our New York Life culture has laid the foundation for over 180 years of commitment to our employees, agents, policy owners, and the communities where we live and work. Here you become a valued part of a welcoming, inclusive, and caring organization with a long-standing legacy in stability and growth. The strength revolves around our diversified, multi-dimensional business portfolio that goes beyond life insurance. 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 an inclusive 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.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in the insurance and financial services industry
• Strong preference for candidates with experience with disability insurance products
• Demonstrated track record for enhancing and executing on a sophisticated strategy to drive new sales growth and achieve targeted returns
• Ability to act as thought-leader and build new products and distribution strategies within the company
• Strong communication and relationship building skills
• Ability to establish trust, navigate organizational complexity and influence both direct and indirect teams

Nice To Haves

• MBA, JD, and/or other advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead product development and implementation of innovative new stand-alone DIS and linked benefits products and riders
• Manage the in-force block
• Be an active participant in government affairs as they relate to DIS
• Manage the filing process for new products and any outstanding premium increases
• Closely manage the implementation of new products on the IT systems, ensuring effective communication of requirements up front and monitoring progress along the way
• Partner with Agency to grow DIS sales and educate agents on our product portfolio
• Build and develop relationships with distribution partners
• Ensure training and development needs of the team are being met at all points in their career journey

Benefits

• Full package of benefits for employees
• Leave programs
• Adoption assistance
• Student loan repayment programs
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Incentive program participation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree