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Rotational Program Associate: Nuveen Operations
The TIAA Nuveen Operations Rotational Program consists of (3) 8-month rotations totaling 2 years and provides opportunities for hands-on experiences, skills training and valuable professional networking. The first focus will be on gaining the fundamentals and asset management business acumen while having opportunities to explore various tools, techniques, and disciplines within Nuveen Operations. The program includes an onboarding week followed by ongoing development and engagement activities, networking, access to mentors, and current and former early career associates.


Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist in routine tasks or processes with accuracy such as verifying transaction details, reconciling information, and resolving basic discrepancies.
• Input data into systems and validate data accuracy against sources to maintain accurate data within operations and assist with compiling and distributing reporting.
• Document and maintain updated standard operating processes and procedures.
• Research operational issues and assist in recovery and resolution.
• Assist operations analysts and managers with routine tasks or processes with accuracy such as verifying transaction details, reconciling information, and resolving basic discrepancies.
• Build, cultivate and manage relationships with internal stakeholders and partner with team to provide high client service and solutions.
• Contribute to and support special ad hoc & strategic projects as they arise within functional operations area.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required

Work Experience:

• No Experience Required

Physical Requirements:

• Sedentary Work

Career Level
5IC

Job Description Summary

The Nuveen Operations associate assists with routine administrative, oversight and transactional operational processes, requirements gathering & documentation, oversight & controls, business performance measurement, process management, and data analysis from various sources within middle office operations to support the investment and client life cycle for the asset management business.

The program consists of (3) 8-month rotations totally 2 years and provides opportunities for hand-on experiences, skills training and valuable professional networking. The first focus will be on gaining the fundamentals and asset management business acumen while having opportunities to explore various tools, techniques, and disciplines within Nuveen Operations. The program includes an onboarding week followed by ongoing development and engagement activities, networking, access to mentors, current and former early career associates.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist in routine tasks or processes with accuracy such as verifying transaction details, reconciliating information, and resolving basic discrepancies.

• Input data into systems and validate data accuracy against sources to maintain accurate data within operations and assist with compiling and distributing reporting.

• Document & maintain updated standard operating processes and procedures

• Research operational issues and assist in recovery and resolution

• Assists operations analysts and managers with routine tasks or processes with accuracy such as verifying transaction details, reconciliating information, and resolving basic discrepancies.

• Build, cultivate and manage relationships with internal stakeholders and partner with team to provide high client service and solutions.

• Contributes to and support special ad hoc & strategic projects as they arise within functional operations area

Preferred Qualifications

• Participation in TIAA’s Summer Internship Program preferred

Additional Requirements

• Must have graduated with a Bachelor's degree or higher prior to the program's start date

Desired Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Information Technology, Mathematics, Data Analytics, Operations Management, Business Management, Economics

• Excellent problem solving/analytical skills/critical thinking

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability for tasks with ability to prioritize tasks and deliver on commitments

• Up to date with technology trends and basic understanding of asset management industry

• Organized & detail oriented and ability to adhere to strict timelines

• Desire to continuously learn and build professional development skills

• Willingness to embrace change and collaborate to foster team success

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products (PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook)

• Knowledge of SQL, Tableau, Advanced Excel, Jira, Archer, MS tool Suite, Robotics, Machine learning, SAS, R, or Matlab and working with statistics

Start Date:

• Summer 2026 (July)

Work Locations:

• Chicago, Charlotte

Related Skills Accountability, Adaptability, Business Acumen, Collaboration, Communication, Consultative Communication, Data Analysis, Influence, Market/Industry Dynamics, Problem Solving, Relationship Management

Anticipated Posting End Date:

2025-09-30 Base Pay Range: $71,000/yr - $73,000/yr

Actual 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).

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