Senior Associate - Corporate Communications, NY Investment Management

Senior Associate - Corporate Communications, NY Life Investment Management

Location:

Hybrid – 3 days per week (Tuesday to Thursday at the New York Office, Monday and Friday work from home).

Job Title:

Senior Associate, Communications, New York Life Investment Management (NYLIM).

New York Life Corporate Communications is seeking a dynamic communications professional to support New York Life Investment Management, an $800 billion, diversified global asset manager. The role involves executing a blend of strategic and tactical external and internal communications to shape announcements such as firm news, organizational changes, operational updates, promotional stories, business development, and trade/industry media relations programs. Key to success is the ability to quickly cultivate relationships with corporate communications teammates and internal business partners, including the Office of the CEO, product development, marketing, distribution, and HR.

• With guidance from the NYLIM communications lead, help deliver NYLIM’s objectives by building and executing on internal and external communication strategies, while staying aligned with New York Life’s overall goals.
• Collaborate with business partners and agencies to develop, execute, and maintain a calendar of communications initiatives.
• Create and manage the drafting, review, and approval of materials including press releases, website, social media, intranet content, town hall scripts, key messages, and Q&As.
• Implement plans that promote NYLIM’s objectives and drive employee engagement.
• Develop and maintain relationships with investment media.
• Prepare spokespeople for media interviews and briefing documents.
• Maximize reach and effectiveness of PR campaigns through collaboration with digitized content teams.
• Monitor news and trends in investments and personal finance to identify emerging issues.
• Manage workflow with the PR agency, including monthly reporting.
• Measure and monitor communications to inform storytelling tactics.
• Collaborate with Corporate Communications colleagues to ensure alignment of all messages.
• Leverage current best practices and emerging technologies, such as generative AI tools, to enhance team capabilities and content quality.

• Minimum 5 years’ media‑relations experience, with at least 2–3 years in asset management.
• Strong media relations and engagement with financial press.
• Superior written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Creative, strategic thinker with a growth mindset.
• Experience using AI‑powered communication tools to optimize engagement.
• Ability to multi‑task and thrive under pressure to meet multiple deadlines.
• Proactive and self‑motivated.
• Strong partnering and collaborative skills across corporate communications.
• Comfort with AI and emerging digital tools for content development.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Exemplary attention to detail.
• Knowledge and interest in newsworthy investment trends and events.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher.

Salary Range: $79,000–$113,000 per year.
Overtime:
Exempt.
Bonus:
Discretionary bonus eligible; sales bonus not applicable.
Base salary determined by experience, skills, qualification, and location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive programs.

At New York Life, our 180‑year legacy fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology‑, data‑, and AI‑enabled organization, we remain grounded in values that drive lasting impact. Our diverse portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities, inviting bold thinking and purpose‑driven innovation.

We provide a full package of benefits for employees, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. For more details, visit our NYL Benefits Site.

We foster an inclusive workplace that empowers every employee to contribute their best and succeed together. Our commitment is rooted in humanity and integrity, ensuring every employee feels valued and supported. Learn more about our leadership in inclusion.

New York Life is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. We consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected status.