TIAA
Global Institutional, Sales Support Associate, Based in London
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Global Institutional, Sales Support Associate, Based in London
Sales Associate – UK Institutional Distribution Team
Overview of the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Sales Associate to support Nuveen’s Institutional sales team, capitalising on the UK business growth. This role is ideal for joining a collegiate, expanding team to help drive sales and enhance client experiences.
The UK distribution team collaborates closely with:
- Institutional investors
- Investment advisors
- Financial institutions and platforms
The role offers:
- Work with the largest institutional investors
- Broad exposure to investment products
- Development in product knowledge, relationships, and systems
Key Responsibilities
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Client and Market Analysis
- Understand current and prospective client relationships
- Assess asset allocation preferences and trends through market research (industry databases like Mandatewire, pensionfundsonline, Preqin)
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Sales Support
- Assist sales and consultant leads with meeting preparation (collating client history and prospect insights)
- Aid in coordinating key client meetings and events
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Proposal & CRM Management
- Coordinate Request for Proposal (RFP) processes
- Maintain accurate client/investor information across CRM (Salesforce) and databases
- Ensure compliance with and improve reporting/data management systems
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Business Development & Training
- Proactively identify new opportunities
- Enhance familiarity with incumbent manager searches
- Develop strong internal relationships with portfolio managers, product specialists, and global teams
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- Long-Term Planning & Process Improvement
- Contribute to business planning & strategy materials
- Assist marketing team on client events, social media, and product initiatives
- Suggest systems/process enhancements
Qualifications, Skills & Competencies
Success in this role requires:
Essential:
- Strong communications (written/verbal) with exceptional interpersonal skills
- Skilled in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Professional, industrious attitude driven by energy and proactive independence
- Ability to work both independently and in teams
- Demonstrate confidence and leadership with strong problem-solving mindset
- Effective cross-level communication—client-facing, internal management, and executive engagements
- Capable of handling high workloads with tight deadlines and meticulous attention to detail
- Proficient in data analysis and clear, concise communication of findings
- A reciprocal, partnership mind-set with strong team collaboration
Preferred:
- Background in asset management
No regulated designation required.
Related Skills
- Business Development
- Client Relationship Management (CRM)
- Collaboration
- Driving Results
- Executive Presence
- Influence & Competitive Analysis
- Familiarity with Nuveen’s Products/Services
- Practice Management Strategy
- Market Intelligence
Company Overview
Who We Are
Nuveen is a global leader in investment management for institutions and individuals worldwide. Affiliated with TIAA—one of the world’s largest institutional investors—we deliver solutions in public and private assets, from real estate to infrastructure and natural capital, cementing long-term objectives for clients.
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- Partnership Model – Clients benefit from reliability, access and foresight
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- Core Values – Champion Our People, Be Client-Obsessed, Lead with Integrity, Own It, Win As One
Why Join Us?
- A collaborative and office-based workplace tearing down silos for true teamwork
- Meaningful career growth through timely learning opportunities and development pathways
- Inclusivity & diversified talent pool reflective of our 21st-century mission
Additional Details
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TIAA ensures application accessibility for all applicants, including those with disabilities. US applicants needing assistance may contact: 📞 +1 (800) 842-2755 📧 accessibility.support@tiaa.org
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- Privacy Notice for California
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- EEO Compliance & Equal Opportunity Employment
- [Philadelphia Ban the Box Policy]
About TIAA’s Legacy & Diverse Client Base
Founded over 100 years ago to serve teachers, TIAA now supports diverse sectors—including not-for-profits—through financial solutions building resilience and security for generations.
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