Sr. Associate, HR Business Partner, Group Solutions

Location Designation

Hybrid - 3 days per week

Be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of talent at New York Life. As part of Human Resources, you'll contribute to a comprehensive strategy that attracts, develops, and retains top talent. Whether it's identifying future leaders, crafting engaging learning experiences, enhancing offerings that support our people or fostering a workplace culture where everyone feels they belong, your work directly empowers individuals and fuels the company's growth.

Join us and play a vital role in making New York Life an employer of choice for generations to come.

At New York Life, we believe our people are the foundation of our success and the heart of our mission—to help families and businesses achieve financial security and peace of mind.

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) plays a critical role in delivering on that mission by supporting several teams within Group Benefit Solutions (GBS) and partnering directly with senior leaders to execute New York Life’s HR strategy. This role is both strategic and hands‑on, responsible for driving people initiatives, fostering a culture of performance and inclusion, and ensuring that all HR practices are aligned with our company’s values and long‑term goals.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to multiple senior leaders, providing counsel on organizational design, workforce planning, and leadership effectiveness.
• Partner with business leaders to develop and execute people strategies that support department objectives and the broader enterprise agenda.
• Collaborate across HR Centers of Excellence (Talent Management, Total Rewards, Learning & Development, DE&I, etc.) to deliver integrated HR solutions.

• Lead the execution of annual HR processes including performance management, goal setting, compensation planning and succession planning across assigned functions.
• Support leaders in identifying and developing high‑potential talent to ensure a strong leadership pipeline.
• Coach managers and employees on performance, development, and engagement, strategies that promote growth and accountability.

• Champion New York Life’s culture of care, integrity, and mutual respect by fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels valued and empowered.
• Proactively manage complex employee relations matters, providing fair, compliant, and solutions‑orientated guidance.
• Partner with leaders to implement change management strategies that strengthen engagement and organizational resilience.

• Ensure seamless execution of HR policies, programs, and practices in partnership with HR Operations and Corporate HR Teams.
• Leverage data, analytics, and insights to drive decision‑making and measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws, ensuring adherence to New York Life’s standards of ethical conduct.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required; advanced degree or HR certification (PHR/SPHR, SHRM‑CP/SHRM‑SCP) preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive HR experience.
• Deep understanding of HR practices, organizational development, and employment law.
• Demonstrated ability to build credibility and influence across all levels of an organization.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical and communication skills with a focus on discretion and professional judgement.

Salary Range: $97,500-$125,000

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.

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…