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Channel Your Competitive Edge at New York Life At New York Life, we know what it takes to win — discipline, resilience, teamwork, and the drive to keep pushing forward. These same traits that fuel athletic success also define top performers in financial services. We’re looking for motivated athletes and former athletes ready to turn their competitive spirit, leadership skills, and commitment to excellence into a rewarding career as a Financial Professional. Why Athletes Thrive at New York Life You already understand what it takes to succeed: • Teamwork & Leadership — Building trust, motivating others, and performing under pressure. • Goal Setting & Discipline — Creating a plan, staying focused, and executing with precision. • Resilience & Adaptability — Bouncing back stronger, no matter the challenge. Those same skills translate directly into helping individuals, families, and businesses achieve their financial goals — and into building a lasting, impactful career. Your Career Path As a Financial Professional with New York Life, you will: • Build long-term relationships rooted in trust and integrity. • Deliver tailored financial solutions — from life insurance to investments and retirement planning. • Grow your career with the strength of a Fortune 100 company behind you. • Benefit from industry-leading training, mentorship, and resources designed for your success. For those with leadership ambitions, our Accelerated Path into Management offers a fast track into coaching, development, and team leadership opportunities. What We Offer • Comprehensive training and personalized development. • A mentorship culture built on teamwork and shared success. • Competitive compensation, benefits, and incentives. • A clear career path — from producer to leader. • The chance to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives while building your own legacy. Who We’re Looking For We want professionals who bring the same mindset they used in athletics to every challenge: • Competitive, goal-oriented, and coachable. • Excellent communicators and relationship builders. • Self-driven, disciplined, and eager to grow. • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred. Ready to Compete — and Win — Again? If you’re ready to channel your athletic mindset into a fulfilling career with unlimited growth potential, New York Life is ready to invest in you. Take the next step. Apply today and discover how your competitive edge can set you apart in financial services. Responsibilities: • Build Client Relationships – Develop and maintain long-term relationships with individuals, families, and businesses to understand and meet their financial needs. • Financial Guidance – Provide personalized strategies in areas such as life insurance, retirement planning, investments, and wealth management. • Goal Achievement – Set and pursue measurable performance goals, applying the same discipline and drive athletes use to succeed in competition. • Networking & Prospecting – Identify and connect with potential clients through personal networks, referrals, and community engagement. • Continuous Learning – Participate in New York Life’s comprehensive training programs to stay informed about financial solutions, regulations, and best practices. • Team Collaboration – Work with mentors, managers, and colleagues to share strategies, learn new approaches, and contribute to a supportive team environment. • Leadership Development – For those pursuing management, take part in the Accelerated Path into Management program to build leadership skills and prepare to coach, develop, and lead a team of financial professionals. • Ethical Standards – Uphold the highest levels of integrity, professionalism, and client-first values in every interaction. Qualifications: • Competitive mindset – Demonstrated success in athletics, coaching, or other performance-driven environments. • Goal-oriented – Strong ability to set, pursue, and achieve measurable objectives. • Leadership potential – Experience leading teams, mentoring peers, or demonstrating initiative on and off the field. • Resilience & discipline – Proven ability to overcome challenges, stay motivated, and adapt to changing circumstances. • Communication skills – Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and relationship-building abilities. • Team player – Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work within a supportive and mentorship-driven culture. • Forward-thinking spirit – Self-starter who thrives in building a business and managing one’s own success. • Education – Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, athletics, and leadership experience. • Commitment to ethics – Dedication to integrity, professionalism, and putting clients’ interests first. About Company: About New York Life New York Life is a Fortune 100 company with a long history of doing good. We have been in business for over 175 years, helping generations of Americans protect their families and attain their financial goals. As a mutual company, we are accountable only to our policyholders, not to Wall Street or outside investors. We are focused on long-term success for clients. To prepare for the future, we are constantly innovating and looking ahead to find more ways to increase value for clients. Awards & Accolades We’re proud of our financial strength: A++ Superior (A.M. Best)AAA Exceptionally Strong (Fitch)Aaa Exceptional (Moody’s)AA+ Very Strong (Standard & Poor’s)

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