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The Role
Reviews medical records, ECGs, and laboratory results to assess mortality and morbidity risks for life insurance applicants. Provides consultative support to underwriters, develops medical underwriting guidelines, assigns risk categories, and teaches underwriters about medical impairments. May contribute to regulatory and compliance projects, workflow automation, AI, and predictive analytics. Requires a medical degree, U.S. licensure, and at least three years of clinical experience.
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Job Requisition ID: 95127
Location Designation: Hybrid - 1 day per quarter
Corporate Vice President, Medical Director
Role Overview: We are seeking a physician to join our dynamic and cohesive team of Medical Directors. The successful candidate will possess a broad and deep knowledge of clinical medicine and can apply that knowledge to accurately assess mortality and morbidity risks of complex medical impairments. Additionally, the Medical Director would exhibit a balance of professionalism, motivation, curiosity, customer service, and strong communication skills.
What You'll Do:
The daily functions of the Medical Director include the review of medical records, interpretation of ECGs and laboratory results, consultative support for the Underwriting Team, and the development of medical underwriting guidelines. Medical Directors determine the appropriate risk category of an insurance applicant in collaboration with the underwriter relative to the applicant's medical history, company guidelines, and the competitive market. Our Medical Directors help teach Underwriters about medical impairments. As a Medical Director gains experience, the role includes projects which leverage medical knowledge as applied to business needs. These projects may include contributing to regulatory and compliance efforts, driving workflow optimization with automation and AI technology, and guiding the use of data and analytics to predict mortality and morbidity risks. For physicians new to the industry, this is a hybrid position based in our corporate headquarters in New York City. A Medical Director with life insurance experience may work remotely with periodic visits to the Home Office. What You'll Bring: Medical degree (MD/DO or equivalent). Licensed to practice in a U.S. state. Excellent clinical knowledge, including skillful interpretation of ECGs and laboratory results, with a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience.
A commitment to undertake nonclinical work. Preference will be given to candidates who are board certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine; however, candidates with broad clinical knowledge certified in other specialties are invited to apply. Strong communication and organizational skills. Strong computer skills with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, etc. Experience as a life insurance Medical Director is desirable but not required. Board certification/eligibility in Insurance Medicine will be expected for applicants who currently work in the Life Insurance industry. Physicians new to the industry are expected to work towards board certification in Insurance Medicine. Occasional travel will be necessary.
Job Level: LEVELPF6
Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $166,500-$238,000
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.
Please note: This role requires FINRA licensed and/or FINRA Associated Person pre-hire fingerprinting.
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 hereto discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.
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. Click here to learn more about New York Life's leadership in this space.
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: 95127
#BI-Hybrid
Location Designation: Hybrid - 1 day per quarter
Corporate Vice President, Medical Director
Role Overview: We are seeking a physician to join our dynamic and cohesive team of Medical Directors. The successful candidate will possess a broad and deep knowledge of clinical medicine and can apply that knowledge to accurately assess mortality and morbidity risks of complex medical impairments. Additionally, the Medical Director would exhibit a balance of professionalism, motivation, curiosity, customer service, and strong communication skills.
What You'll Do:
The daily functions of the Medical Director include the review of medical records, interpretation of ECGs and laboratory results, consultative support for the Underwriting Team, and the development of medical underwriting guidelines. Medical Directors determine the appropriate risk category of an insurance applicant in collaboration with the underwriter relative to the applicant's medical history, company guidelines, and the competitive market. Our Medical Directors help teach Underwriters about medical impairments. As a Medical Director gains experience, the role includes projects which leverage medical knowledge as applied to business needs. These projects may include contributing to regulatory and compliance efforts, driving workflow optimization with automation and AI technology, and guiding the use of data and analytics to predict mortality and morbidity risks. For physicians new to the industry, this is a hybrid position based in our corporate headquarters in New York City. A Medical Director with life insurance experience may work remotely with periodic visits to the Home Office. What You'll Bring: Medical degree (MD/DO or equivalent). Licensed to practice in a U.S. state. Excellent clinical knowledge, including skillful interpretation of ECGs and laboratory results, with a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience.
A commitment to undertake nonclinical work. Preference will be given to candidates who are board certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine; however, candidates with broad clinical knowledge certified in other specialties are invited to apply. Strong communication and organizational skills. Strong computer skills with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, etc. Experience as a life insurance Medical Director is desirable but not required. Board certification/eligibility in Insurance Medicine will be expected for applicants who currently work in the Life Insurance industry. Physicians new to the industry are expected to work towards board certification in Insurance Medicine. Occasional travel will be necessary.
Job Level: LEVELPF6
Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $166,500-$238,000
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.
Please note: This role requires FINRA licensed and/or FINRA Associated Person pre-hire fingerprinting.
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 hereto discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.
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. Click here to learn more about New York Life's leadership in this space.
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: 95127
#BI-Hybrid
Skills Required
- Medical degree (MD, DO, or equivalent)
- Licensed to practice in a U.S. state
- Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience
- Broad clinical knowledge, including interpretation of ECGs and laboratory results
- Commitment to undertake nonclinical work
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Strong computer skills with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, and similar tools
- Board certification or eligibility in Insurance Medicine for applicants currently working in the life insurance industry
- Work toward board certification in Insurance Medicine for physicians new to the industry
- FINRA licensed and/or FINRA Associated Person pre-hire fingerprinting
- Board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
- Experience as a life insurance Medical Director
What the Team is Saying
Tyrone
Corporate Vice President, Employee Experience
Emma
Director, Tech, Data, AI, Ventures (TDAV)
Deepa
Chief Information Officer
Patricia
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Technology Services
Joel
Senior Vice President, Founder & Head of New York Life Ventures
Nishit
Corporate Vice President, AI & Data Architect
New York Life Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The package prominently features a defined‑benefit pension alongside a 401(k) with company match, with some materials noting day‑one vesting. This combination is repeatedly highlighted as a standout for long‑term security.
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Parental & Family Support — Offerings include fertility support, adoption assistance, childcare and elder‑care resources, backup childcare/tutoring, and expanded paid new‑parent leave. These benefits are presented as broad, practical supports for caregivers.
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Healthcare Strength — Listed benefits span medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life and disability coverage, plus EAP, counseling, wellness resources, and fitness perks. The breadth of core health coverage is consistently emphasized for corporate roles.
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The Company
What We Do
At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of integrity, mutuality, and financial strength fuels a future defined by bold transformation. As the largest mutual life insurance company in the U.S., we operate on behalf of our policy owners—not shareholders. That structure allows us to take a long-term view, investing in people, purpose, and innovation that endures. Guided by a clear enterprise vision to become a technology-, data-, and AI-powered company, we’re modernizing our platforms, rearchitecting experiences, and embedding intelligence across our products and services. Our mission has always been about helping people through life’s most meaningful moments. Today, technology is amplifying that mission—enabling us to serve clients, advisors, and communities in more personalized, proactive ways. With a diversified business portfolio spanning insurance, investments, retirement, group benefits, and direct-to-consumer offerings, New York Life delivers the stability of a Fortune 100 company with the agility of one that’s continuously evolving. We’re powered by a values-led culture, inclusive teams, and a shared belief that when our people thrive, so does our company. Here, tradition fuels momentum—and your ideas, energy, and growth power what’s next.
Why Work With Us
New York Life is transforming from the inside out—blending 180 years of trust with the velocity of innovation. What makes us different is our culture: grounded in integrity, humanity, and shared success—values that show up in how we work, lead, and grow. If you want a place where innovation has purpose—build what's next with us.
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