Corporate Vice President - Enterprise Intelligence - Strategy & Development

New York Life; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 148,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Life seeks a Senior Strategist to translate data, analytics, and AI into enterprise intelligence products. You will shape strategy at the executive level, drive adoption of AI-enabled capabilities, and lead cross-functional initiatives across technology, data, and business teams.

The role offers exposure to senior leadership forums, including strategic planning and Board-level discussions, with hybrid work arrangement and opportunities to influence enterprise priorities and investment

Qualifications

• 5–8 years in management consulting or corporate strategy, preferably financial services.
• Ability to structure ambiguous problems and synthesize findings for senior leadership.
• Experience with enterprise technology strategy including cloud, SaaS, Agile, data capabilities, and AI/ML.

Responsibilities

• Lead framing and analysis of strategic questions across AI, data, tech and business transformation.
• Partner with senior leaders to identify opportunities for intelligence products and drive adoption of AI-enabled capabilities.
• Develop executive-level communications and board materials, translating complex concepts into clear narratives.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives from strategy to execution, coordinating with technology, data, analytics, finance and business teams.
• Support enterprise planning and portfolio management by assessing priorities and informing investments.

Skills

Strategic analysis

Executive communication

Cross-functional leadership

Technology strategy

Stakeholder management

Project leadership

Education

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week

Role Overview

The Enterprise Intelligence Solutions team is a founding-stage organization within TDAV focused on translating proprietary data, analytics, and AI capabilities into intelligence products that support decision-making at scale. As a Senior Strategist, you will operate at the intersection of enterprise strategy, AI innovation, and business transformation, partnering with leaders across the organization to identify opportunities, solve complex challenges, and drive adoption of intelligence-driven solutions.

This role provides direct exposure to senior executives and supports some of the organization’s most critical decision-making forums, including executive leadership reviews, strategic planning sessions, and Board-level discussions. The successful candidate will combine strategic thinking, analytical rigor, executive communication, and cross-functional leadership to influence enterprise priorities and help shape the future of AI-enabled decision-making across New York Life.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the framing and analysis of complex strategic questions across AI, data, technology, and business transformation domains, developing actionable recommendations that support enterprise objectives and long-term growth.
• Partner with senior business and technology leaders to identify opportunities for intelligence products, evaluate strategic tradeoffs, and drive adoption of AI-enabled capabilities across the enterprise.
• Develop executive-level communications and presentations, including Board materials, strategic planning deliverables, executive reviews, and leadership updates, translating complex concepts into clear and compelling narratives.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives from strategy through execution, coordinating stakeholders across technology, data, analytics, finance, and business teams while managing governance, communications, dependencies, and decision-making processes.
• Support enterprise planning and portfolio management activities by assessing strategic priorities, monitoring initiative performance, identifying risks and dependencies, and providing insights that inform investment and resource allocation decisions.

What You'll Bring:

Required Skills

• 5–8 years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, business transformation, or a similarly rigorous strategic environment, with financial services or insurance industry experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to structure ambiguous business problems, perform rigorous quantitative and qualitative analysis, and synthesize findings into clear recommendations for senior leadership.
• Strong understanding of enterprise technology strategy, including cloud platforms, SaaS solutions, Agile delivery models, enterprise data capabilities, and emerging AI and machine learning technologies.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with proven experience creating executive- and Board-level presentations, narratives, and strategic recommendations.
• Proven ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and operate effectively across complex organizational environments with multiple priorities and competing demands.
• Strong project leadership and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously while maintaining a high level of ownership, quality, and execution excellence.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting AI, advanced analytics, digital transformation, or enterprise data strategy initiatives within large, complex organizations.
• Knowledge of enterprise operating models, governance structures, organizational design, risk management, or regulatory environments relevant to financial services.
• MBA or other advanced degree in business, analytics, technology, public policy, or a related discipline.
• Experience partnering directly with C-suite executives, executive committees, or Boards of Directors on strategic initiatives and enterprise transformation programs.

Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $147,500-$211,000

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.

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.

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.

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.