Operations Senior Associate

TIAA • New York, NY

3d

About The Position

Nuveen 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. At 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.

Requirements

• Prior experience in a fast-paced environment, such as investment banking or consulting, with exposure to finance and/or capital markets
• Strong operational mindset with the ability to stay organized and follow-through on complex initiatives/projects
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with comfort engaging stakeholders across large organizations and with external partners
• High level of ownership and accountability, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and a self-starter approach
• Adaptability and composure, thriving in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities and high-visibility deliverables
• 5+ Years Required; 7+ Years Preferred

Nice To Haves

• Working Python and/or SQL knowledge is a plus!
• 1-2 years of investment banking, consulting, and/or asset management experience
• Strong project management skills
• Stong Excel experience
• Familiarity with Python and sequel
• Seamless execution of complex workstreams: Reliable management of multi-step, multi-stakeholder initiatives
• Stronger, more scalable processes: increased operational efficiencies and automation

Responsibilities

• Project manage workstreams across technology, data, compliance, and finance/billing, among others
• Play a significant role in new custodian and TAMP onboardings, and in the operationalization of new products
• Partner with teams across Nuveen to support and accelerate Brooklyn’s business growth
• Work with technology and business transformation teams to inform, scope, and build more automation and scalable tooling
• Engage in relationship monitoring and management of Brooklyn’s key partners, including its external and back office venue, and its current custodians
• Assist with large-scale due diligence and reporting initiative

Benefits

• The 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees