About this opportunity
New York Life lists this Accelerated Path to at New York Deerfield, Illinois opportunity in deerfield, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Experienced Financial Professional
Take your career further with the backing of a Fortune 100 industry leader. At New York Life, you can build your business on a foundation of strength, stability and long-term financial leadership. As the largest mutual life insurance company in the United States, with top financial strength ratings and a long-standing presence in MDRT, we provide the resources, credibility and flexibility to help you grow on your terms. Whether you're an established financial professional seeking more independence or exploring your next chapter, New York Life offers the opportunity to turn your experience into a business you own, backed by a company invested in your long-term success. You'll benefit from:
A highly respected brand that opens doors and builds client trust
Financial strength and stability that support long-term client relationships
Access to a broad portfolio of solutions to meet diverse client needs
Ongoing training, development and a collaborative support network
At New York Life, you can redefine your career with purpose, ownership, and the strength of a company built to last.
What You'll Do
Develop and expand your own book of business through new client acquisition
Build relationships and guide clients through key financial decisions (retirement, protection, education planning)
Offer tailored solutions across insurance and financial products
Grow your knowledge and skills through specialized training and professional development
What Sets This Role Apart
Training & Development:
Structured onboarding, licensing support, coaching and opportunities for professional credentials through The American College.
Tools to Grow Your Business:
Proven sales, prospecting and marketing resources to help attract and retain clients.
Comprehensive Solutions:
Life insurance, annuities, long-term care, disability income insurance and investment products such as mutual funds through NYLIFE Securities LLC (Member FINRA/SIPC) to meet diverse client needs.
Flexible Career Path:
Pursue leadership, specialization or advisory services with Eagle Strategies LLC.
Autonomy:
Work from a New York Life office or independently while building your brand under New York Life or your own DBA.
Growth & Specialization:
Build expertise in retirement planning, wealth advisory, estate planning and business solutions.
Advanced Support:
Access specialized guidance for complex and high-net-worth planning strategies.
Performance Rewards:
Competitive incentives and recognition opportunities.
Peer Network:
Mentorship, study groups and a collaborative professional community.
Compensation & Benefits
You have the power to determine your own income with our commission-based compensation
In 2024, the average income of our financial professionals under the N8 and N9 Agent's Contract who met annual minimum sales production requirements was $120,555. Individual agent performance will determine your income.
Benefits for eligible full-time agents include medical, dental, life and long-term disability coverages, 401(k) and pension.
For more information about commission-based income and benefits for financial professionals, please follow this link:
Take the Next Step
If you're looking for a career with real impact supported by a company with a proud history and strong future, let's start a conversation.
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 180+ 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 the long-term success of our clients.
We're proud to be recognized by the following organizations:
Fortune (2026): World's Most Admired Companies
Handshake (2026): Early Talent Award
Seramount (2025): 100 Best Companies for Workplace Programs
The results we've delivered for our clients include:
5 million policyowners protected
$1 billion in lifetime annuity income paid
$7.8 billion in living benefits awarded (dividends not guaranteed)
$1.2 trillion in life insurance protection in force
#1 largest mutual insurer in the U.S.
New York Life accepts applications for the Financial Professional position on an ongoing basis. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Worksite address
deerfield, IL, 60063, US
Who can apply
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