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At New York Life, we know what it takes to succeed: discipline, resilience, a competitive spirit, and the drive to keep going no matter the obstacles. These are the same qualities that make great athletes—and great financial professionals. We are seeking motivated athletes and former athletes who want to leverage their competitive edge, leadership skills, and dedication to personal excellence in a new career as a Financial Professional. Why Athletes Excel Here As an athlete, you understand: • Teamwork and leadership – building trust and collaboration. • Goal setting and discipline – staying focused to achieve results. • Resilience and adaptability – bouncing back stronger from challenges. These traits translate seamlessly into a successful career helping individuals, families, and businesses achieve their financial goals. Your Career Path As a Financial Professional at New York Life , you will: • Build and grow lasting client relationships. • Provide tailored solutions in life insurance, investments, and retirement planning. • Enjoy the benefits of a strong brand, industry-leading training, and the support of experienced mentors. For those with a vision for leadership, we offer an Accelerated Path into Management —a program designed to fast-track qualified professionals into leadership roles where they can coach, develop, and inspire others. What We Offer • Comprehensive training and development. • A proven mentorship culture. • Competitive compensation and benefits. • Opportunities to advance into leadership through our Accelerated Path into Management program. • The ability to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives while building your own success story. Who We’re Looking For • Competitive and goal-driven individuals (athletic or coaching background preferred). • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Self-motivated with a desire to grow personally and professionally. • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred. Join Us If you are ready to channel your athlete mindset into a rewarding career with growth potential, New York Life is ready to invest in you. Take the next step. Apply today and see 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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