HR Communications Associate — Junior Copywriter & Editor

New York Life; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Life is seeking an HR Communications Associate to join Corporate Communications. This junior role focuses on writing, editing and proofreading to support HR and enterprise leadership messaging, with opportunities to develop strategic plans and work with senior leaders.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, use AI tools responsibly, prepare communications, metrics and visuals, and contribute to executive promotions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing or related field.
• 0-2 years of professional communications experience.
• Exceptional writing, proofreading and editing skills; AP style preferred.
• Ability to use AI tools responsibly with strong fact-checking.
• Strong attention to detail and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Draft and edit copy, prepare presentations and maintain deliverables calendar.
• Proofread outputs, maintain consistency with style conventions.
• Coordinate with Benefits and vendors for targeted comms.
• Develop visuals and use Canva; analyze usage metrics.
• Support executive promotions communications and cross-functional projects.

Skills

Writing skills

Proofreading

AP style

AI tools fluency

Microsoft Office

Canva

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

Canva

Intranet platforms

Job description

New York Life is seeking an HR Communications Associate to join Corporate Communications. This junior role focuses on writing, editing and proofreading to support HR and enterprise leadership messaging, with opportunities to develop strategic plans and work with senior leaders.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, use AI tools responsibly, prepare communications, metrics and visuals, and contribute to executive promotions.