New York Life Insurance Company
Corporate Vice President, Research and Resolution Team
New York Life Insurance Company, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Corporate Vice President, Research and Resolution Team
Join New York Life Insurance Company as
Corporate Vice President, Research and Resolution Team .
Location Hybrid – 3 days per week. This role can be located in Dallas, Cleveland or New York.
Business Overview The Customer Advocacy Complaints Team supports the Service Experience Value Stream through complaint review for life, variable, and annuity products, as well as select horizontal teams including Product Interviews/Onboarding, Suitability, and the Regulation 60 unit. The Research and Resolution team manages customer and agent escalations through to completion, including direct communication on outcomes. This role also oversees the In‑Force Illustrations team, responsible for delivering policy illustrations for agents.
Role Overview The Corporate Vice President must demonstrate strong leadership; deep product and process knowledge; strong problem‑solving, conflict‑resolution, and communication skills; and a continuous improvement, customer‑ and agent‑centric mindset. The CVP will guide Senior Associates in resolution strategy, represent the team to senior leadership, review and approve complaints, and oversee team performance. The leader will also prepare and present strategic insights and trend analyses to drive customer experience enhancements.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategies for complaint resolution, research and resolution accuracy, and in‑force illustration processes.
Align departmental objectives with corporate goals to drive efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Lead cross‑functional teams responsible for complaints, escalations, research and resolution, and illustration accuracy.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
Oversee timely, comprehensive responses to all issues raised in complaints and escalations in alignment with OKRs.
Champion a continuous improvement culture; identify opportunities for automation and process optimization.
Implement best practices to improve data integrity and cycle‑time performance.
Partner with senior leadership, Legal, Compliance, and Product teams to address systemic issues.
Serve as liaison for escalated matters and regulatory inquiries.
Lead quarterly leadership discussions on complaint and escalation results.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of management experience, preferably in a call center or service environment.
Must hold or obtain within one year a Series 6 or 7, and subsequently a Series 24 or 26.
Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, set clear expectations, delegate effectively, and guide resolution of complex cases while fostering development opportunities.
Strong communication skills with the ability to deliver clear executive summaries, explain findings to stakeholders, and translate complaint insights into compelling narratives.
Demonstrated empathy in customer and agent interactions and active listening in evaluating complaint root causes.
Strong institutional knowledge of products, service teams, and supporting functions, with proficiency in Microsoft applications including SharePoint.
Ability to analyze complex situations, apply predictive analytics to identify trends and prevent escalations, and implement innovative resolution strategies using cross‑functional partnership.
Growth mindset with focus on understanding customer needs, influencing process enhancements, and leveraging industry and internal trends.
Proven ability to lead large teams and drive cultural change.
Pay Transparency Salary Range: $104,500–$149,500 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. Employees are also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and may participate in an incentive program.
Company Overview At New York Life, our 180‑year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology‑, data‑, and AI‑enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact. Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem‑solving, and purpose‑driven innovation. As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter.
Benefits We provide a full package of benefits for employees—including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs—while continually refining and adding offerings to support both personal and professional growth. For more information, please visit the NYL Benefits Site.
Commitment to Inclusion At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental. Our longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity. 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.
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Corporate Vice President, Research and Resolution Team .
Location Hybrid – 3 days per week. This role can be located in Dallas, Cleveland or New York.
Business Overview The Customer Advocacy Complaints Team supports the Service Experience Value Stream through complaint review for life, variable, and annuity products, as well as select horizontal teams including Product Interviews/Onboarding, Suitability, and the Regulation 60 unit. The Research and Resolution team manages customer and agent escalations through to completion, including direct communication on outcomes. This role also oversees the In‑Force Illustrations team, responsible for delivering policy illustrations for agents.
Role Overview The Corporate Vice President must demonstrate strong leadership; deep product and process knowledge; strong problem‑solving, conflict‑resolution, and communication skills; and a continuous improvement, customer‑ and agent‑centric mindset. The CVP will guide Senior Associates in resolution strategy, represent the team to senior leadership, review and approve complaints, and oversee team performance. The leader will also prepare and present strategic insights and trend analyses to drive customer experience enhancements.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategies for complaint resolution, research and resolution accuracy, and in‑force illustration processes.
Align departmental objectives with corporate goals to drive efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Lead cross‑functional teams responsible for complaints, escalations, research and resolution, and illustration accuracy.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
Oversee timely, comprehensive responses to all issues raised in complaints and escalations in alignment with OKRs.
Champion a continuous improvement culture; identify opportunities for automation and process optimization.
Implement best practices to improve data integrity and cycle‑time performance.
Partner with senior leadership, Legal, Compliance, and Product teams to address systemic issues.
Serve as liaison for escalated matters and regulatory inquiries.
Lead quarterly leadership discussions on complaint and escalation results.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of management experience, preferably in a call center or service environment.
Must hold or obtain within one year a Series 6 or 7, and subsequently a Series 24 or 26.
Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, set clear expectations, delegate effectively, and guide resolution of complex cases while fostering development opportunities.
Strong communication skills with the ability to deliver clear executive summaries, explain findings to stakeholders, and translate complaint insights into compelling narratives.
Demonstrated empathy in customer and agent interactions and active listening in evaluating complaint root causes.
Strong institutional knowledge of products, service teams, and supporting functions, with proficiency in Microsoft applications including SharePoint.
Ability to analyze complex situations, apply predictive analytics to identify trends and prevent escalations, and implement innovative resolution strategies using cross‑functional partnership.
Growth mindset with focus on understanding customer needs, influencing process enhancements, and leveraging industry and internal trends.
Proven ability to lead large teams and drive cultural change.
Pay Transparency Salary Range: $104,500–$149,500 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. Employees are also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and may participate in an incentive program.
Company Overview At New York Life, our 180‑year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology‑, data‑, and AI‑enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact. Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem‑solving, and purpose‑driven innovation. As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter.
Benefits We provide a full package of benefits for employees—including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs—while continually refining and adding offerings to support both personal and professional growth. For more information, please visit the NYL Benefits Site.
Commitment to Inclusion At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental. Our longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity. 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.
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