Global Distribution Operations, Senior Associate
Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week
Join New York Life Investments and become part of a dynamic team empowering investors to achieve their financial goals. We offer clients unparalleled access to a diverse collection of specialized, independent investment teams — each with its own distinct philosophy and expertise. By collaborating with our world-class investment teams, you'll shape investment strategies that unlock opportunities, navigate market complexities, and ultimately build strong financial legacies for our clients.
As a top 25 global asset management firm with more than $600 billion in assets under management, we have an important mission: to help build a better financial future for our clients, our employees, and our communities. We invite you to bring your talents to New York Life Investments, so we can continue to help people achieve their financial aspirations.
Role Overview:
In this position, the Global Distribution Operations (GDO) Associate will work with the Head of Global Distribution Operations to manage and support the execution of NYLIM’s strategic global distribution initiatives. This team will work across the organization to enable alignment across these global teams to achieve business goals and implement key strategic programs.
The GDO Associate will assist in coordinating project management activities, executing on key strategic initiatives and business planning, and the day-to-day operations of NYLIM’s Global Distribution organization.
What You’ll Do:
Support Head of Global Distribution Operations in building relationships and partnering across the organization with business units to implement cross-functional projects (ex. Distribution, Legal, Compliance, Marketing, Product, Investment Strategy, Tech Strategy, Finance, etc)
- Create, design and coordinate the development of internal and external presentations including presentations to the NYLIM Management Committee, Global Distribution Committee, and other key stakeholders
- Conduct market and industry competitive research to assist in developing business strategy
- Develop regular, transparent communication process to the global distribution teams and leadership, as well as others within the organization supporting these teams
- Support coordination of global meetings and events (ex. Global Distribution Summit, Global Investor Forum, Asia Team Building, Global Distribution Committee Offsites)
- Working group and committee representation as they relate to global distribution
What You’ll Bring:
This role requires excellent project management capabilities, independent decision-making ability, superior organizational knowledge, strong relationship building, and a comfort in working with senior management to execute on the delivery of both day-to-day priorities and longer-term goals and projects.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Business required, advanced degree preferred
- At least 6+ years of experience in asset management, consulting or at an investment firm; institutional sales background with alternatives experience preferred
- Previous experience working within a global multi-boutique asset management organization is preferred
- Ability to clearly articulate ideas, both written and oral, to internal and external audiences across various levels of seniority
- Self-starter, high energy, hardworking entrepreneurial attitude with excellent interpersonal skills
- Detail and results oriented with strong project management skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated relationship building capability
- Adaptability, nimbleness and curiosity with a desire and willingness to learn
- Understanding of the global investment industry, products, and regulatory guidelines impacting the industry
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word is required
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Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $95,000-$162,500
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.
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 here to discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.
Our Diversity Promise
We believe in a diverse workforce because it is our mission to advocate for the financial security and success of people in every community. This is why diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are guiding principles that are embedded in our brand and our culture. Click here to learn more about how we have been recognized for our leadership.
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 www.NewYorkLife.com.
Job Requisition ID: 91061
Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City
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