Development Manager- Philadelphia GO

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Horsham, PA, USA
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60K-85K Annually
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The Role
Supports Philadelphia General Office agents through training, coaching, performance management, prospecting initiatives, sales development, and retention efforts. Implements NYLIC University curricula, Field Development System processes, agent development planning, field observation sessions, and sales initiatives. Partners with field management and leadership to deliver training, monitor production, facilitate development conversations, and promote effective use of sales and marketing systems.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Requisition ID: 94973
Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week
Business / Role Overview:
New York Life's primary distribution channel is the career Agency sales force of more than 12,000 agents, operating in virtually every major city in the United States. Every agent is affiliated with one of our General Offices. These offices are operated by Agency management teams responsible for agent and management recruiting, development, and sales. Some agents operate their businesses out of our General Offices, while others maintain independent office locations.
Our General Offices are divided up among four Zones. In addition to our Zone offices, an Agency Home Office team responsible for strategy, finance, administration, standards, training, marketing and communications supports our agents and field managers. The Agency operation also comprises teams charged with growing our business in key market segments, including the middle-income market, the advanced (high-net-worth) market and select cultural markets. Agents sell individual life insurance, individual annuities, and long-term care insurance products, as well as mutual funds.
This position will support the Philadelphia GO.
What You'll Do:
  • Drive, monitor and assist New Org Agent retention and production efforts.
  • Properly implement NYLIC University's Blended Learning Curriculum and Critical Selling Skills Systems. This includes notifying Agents of course deadlines and virtual session offerings as well as preparation for the facilitated delivery of Group Instruction and Drill (GID) sessions / Skill Builders.
  • Understand NYLIC University Online. This includes system navigation for both Development Manager and Agent users, assigning scheduled offerings, assessment review and tracking and curriculum and regulated course reporting.
  • Understand and remain current with NYL Central implementation. Assure Agents are aware of and continuously trained to leverage new system features and functionalities upon release (specific to Sales Central and Marketing Central at this time).
  • Build partnerships with the General Office (GO) Field Management Team to assure the Field Development System (FDS) is implemented and executed effectively. This includes conducting and scheduling Field Observation and Demonstration (FOD) sessions with Agents (to assist with case preparation and the presenting/closing of sales), Agent Development Planning Meetings with the Field Management Team in addition to assisting Monthly and Annual Plan Meetings.
  • Lead National Prospecting Week efforts at the GO level to assure Agent prospecting activities are scheduled, planned and executed accordingly.
  • Channel, drive and promote sales initiatives and incentives with Agents, GO Field Management Teams and the Zone. Develop a solid knowledgebase of NYLIC products.
  • Work with the Managing Partner to ensure the complete and proper implementation of the FDS system in the General Office. This includes conducting Performance Review and Planning sessions with agents, conducting Agent Development Planning meetings with Partners and Managing Partners, assisting with Monthly Planning Meetings, and Annual Planning meetings.
  • Effectively train agents to gather names through prospecting process of referrals, social media mining, networking, community events, and center of influence development.
  • Effective with technology to enable training and assistance in virtual environment.

What You'll Bring:
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • Two-time Council qualifier with a solid Life Case Rate (specific to internal applicants) or Previous PF2 experience
  • Valid State Life and Health Licenses
  • FINRA Registrations- Series 6 & 63
  • Persuasive, Verbal and Written Communication Skills
  • Performance Management
  • Facilitating Groups
  • Coaching
  • Developing, Empowering and Influencing Others
  • Providing Motivational assistance
  • Goal, Impact and Result Oriented
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Leading Change
  • Problem Solving
  • Planning and Strategizing
  • Ability to mentor other DMs
  • Demonstration of effective FOD and IDD
  • Can lead one on one Development Conversations with Partners

Job Level: LEVELPF3
Pay Transparency
Salary Range: 60,000 - 85,000
Overtime eligible: Exempt
Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes
Sales bonus eligible: Yes
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: 94973
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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Two-time Council qualifier with a solid Life Case Rate for internal applicants, or previous PF2 experience
  • Valid state Life and Health licenses
  • FINRA Series 6 and Series 63 registrations
  • Persuasive verbal and written communication skills
  • Performance management experience
  • Group facilitation skills
  • Coaching experience
  • Ability to develop, empower, and influence others
  • Ability to provide motivational assistance
  • Goal-, impact-, and results-oriented approach
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Ability to lead change
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Planning and strategizing skills
  • Ability to mentor other Development Managers
  • Demonstrated effective Field Observation and Demonstration and Individual Development Discussion skills
  • Ability to lead one-on-one development conversations with Partners
  • Ability to use technology for virtual training and assistance

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New York Life Insurance Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support Corporate employees are offered a 401(k) with company match and, for many roles, a defined‑benefit pension, with both the employee contributions and company match vesting 100% from day one. Qualified financial professionals may also have access to a defined‑benefit plan, per plan documents.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid New Parent leave doubled to 8 weeks for all parents as of January 1, 2024, and birthing parents typically receive an additional 6 weeks of paid short‑term disability. The company also highlights fertility and adoption support, backup childcare, tutoring, and elder‑care resources.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage are paired with HRAs/FSAs, an Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, and telemedicine. Work/life perks such as gym discounts or on‑site gyms further reinforce the health and wellbeing offering.

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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
12,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1845

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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