Inside Sales

DCIO SpecialistNuveen, as the asset manager of TIAA, has been one of the fastest growing firms in the defined contribution market with top performing target date funds and industry leading in-plan annuity embedded retirement solutions. To advance our firm’s growth strategy, Nuveen Retirement Investing (NRI) is seeking highly self-motivated, resilient & goal oriented NRI Internal Sales Associates to join our team.The primary responsibility NRI Internal Sales Associate is to partner with NRI external sales team to identify, prospect, nurture grow and close opportunities to sell industry leading Nuveen retirement products to retirement plan advisors & intermediaries, including but not limited to: financial advisors, retirement consultants, and 401k recordkeeping wholesalers.This is a high impact role – Ideal candidates are ambitious, self-starting, analytical, and career driven professionals who want a longer-term path to external sales, or strategic client relationship management, or opportunities which may span across Nuveen’s global public-to-private investment teams.Key Responsibilities And DutiesPartner with NRI external sales team to drive NRI asset growth within a defined sales territoryProactively engage with retirement plan advisors, consultants, and 401k recordkeeping wholesalers to best serve their clients’ goals – dually identifying, prospecting, nurturing to grow opportunities to position & sell Nuveen retirement productsApply discipline to gather & maintain high quality, accurate CRM (Salesforce) prospect/ client pipeline dataCoordinate with NRI external sales team to prepare for client meetings & promptly follow through on post meeting activities, including but not limited to: managing calendars & meeting invites, managing meeting logistics, coordinating meeting materials, preparing RFI/RFPs, supporting due diligence activitiesSupport NRI external sales team to develop, refine, and execute sales territory plansStay sharp on industry trends, competitor positioning, market flows & relevant developments to identify new opportunities and adapt territory sales execution accordinglyConsistently deploy sales toolkits, advisor reports & analytics, value add programs to maximize value to prospects / clientsCollaborate with NRI Internal Sales Associates, Internal Sales Desk Manager, and broader NRI team to share best practices, coach & enable continuous “leveling-up” high performance across all NRI sales territoriesEducational RequirementsUniversity (Degree) PreferredWork Experience2+ Years Required; 3+ Years PreferredFINRA RegistrationsSRC Indicator: Series 7; Series 63Physical RequirementsPhysical Requirements: Sedentary WorkCareer Level6ICAdditional Information For PostingRequired Qualifications2+ years experience in internal sales, or supporting external wholesaler, or related domains which make you keenly familiar with target date funds & DC retirement investment products FINRA Series 7 and Series 63* Who You Are | Qualifications:5+ years experience in internal sales, or supporting external wholesaler, or related domains which make you keenly familiar with target date funds & DC retirement investment products State & non-resident Life & Health insurance license* Strong understanding & able to confidently discuss markets, products & performance, portfolio construction Strong presentation skills – Excellent verbal & written communication Accountable, resilient, goal oriented with strong track record to independently execute, balanced with team-first mindset Potential for occasional travel Related SkillsBusiness Development, Client Relationship Management, Influence, Market Research Competitive Analysis, Nuveen Products/Services Acumen, Practice Management Strategy, Relationship Management, Retirement Planning Selling, Sales, Strategic PlanningAnticipated Posting End Date:2026-04-29Base Pay Range: $60,000/yr - $90,000/yrActual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans)._____________________________________________________________________________________________________Company OverviewNuveen is a global investment leader, managing public and private assets for clients around the world and on behalf of TIAA, our parent company and one of the world’s largest institutional investors. We invest in the growth of businesses, real estate, infrastructure and natural capital, providing clients with the reliability, access and foresight unique to our heritage. Our prevailing perspective on the future drives our ambition to innovate and adapt our business to the changing needs of investors - all to pursue lasting performance for our clients, our communities and our global economy. Visit www.nuveen.com to learn more about us.Our Culture of ImpactAt TIAA, we're on a mission to build on our 100+ year legacy of delivering for our clients while evolving to meet tomorrow's challenges. We equip our associates with future-focused skills and AI tools that enable us to advance our mission. Together, we are fighting to ensure a more secure financial future for all and for generations to come. We are guided by our values: Champion Our People, Be Client Obsessed, Lead with Integrity, Own It, and Win As One. They influence every decision we make and how we work together to serve our clients every day. We thrive in a collaborative in-office environment where teams work across organizational boundaries with shared purpose, accelerating innovation and delivering meaningful results. Our workplace brings together TIAA and Nuveen's entrepreneurial spirit, where we work hard and work together to create lasting impact. Here, every associate can grow through meaningful learning experiences and development pathways—because when our people succeed, our impact on clients' lives grows stronger.Benefits And Total RewardsThe organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients, and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones. Our benefits include a superior retirement program and highly competitive health, wellness and work life offerings that can help you achieve and maintain your best possible physical, emotional and financial well-being. To learn more about your benefits, please review our Benefits Summary.Equal Opportunity We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. TIAA does not discriminate against any candidate or employee on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.Our full EEO & Non-Discrimination statement is on our careers home page, and you can read more about your rights and view government notices here.Accessibility SupportTIAA offers support for those who need assistance with our online application process to provide an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities.If You Are a U.S. Applicant And Desire a Reasonable Accommodation To Complete a Job Application Please Use One Of The Below Options To Contact Our Accessibility Support Team:Phone: (800) 842-2755Email: accessibility.support@tiaa.orgDrug and Smoking PolicyTIAA maintains a drug-free and smoke/free workplace.Privacy NoticesFor Applicants of TIAA, Nuveen and Affiliates residing in US (other than California), click here.For Applicants of TIAA, Nuveen and Affiliates residing in California, please click here.For Applicants of TIAA Global Capabilities, click here.For Applicants of Nuveen residing in Europe and APAC, please click here.,Additional Information For PostingRequired Qualifications2+ years experience in internal sales, or supporting external wholesaler, or related domains which make you keenly familiar with target date funds & DC retirement investment products FINRA Series 7 and Series 63* Who You Are | Qualifications:5+ years experience in internal sales, or supporting external wholesaler, or related domains which make you keenly familiar with target date funds & DC retirement investment products State & non-resident Life & Health insurance license* Strong understanding & able to confidently discuss markets, products & performance, portfolio construction Strong presentation skills – Excellent verbal & written communication Accountable, resilient, goal oriented with strong track record to independently execute, balanced with team-first mindset Potential for occasional travel