Sr. Director, Real Estate Distribution

Real Estate Specialist The Real Estate Specialist position is responsible for supporting the distribution of the firm's real estate investment capabilities including core, value-add and opportunistic equity & debt portfolios across a range of investment vehicles. The Specialist partners with Sales, Product, Marketing and Investments to best position Nuveen's real estate capabilities with prospective and existing clients, primarily in the Institutional channel. The role is a subject matter expert, possessing deep familiarity of real estate, and of Nuveen's investment strategies in related asset classes. Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Leads the growth and retention of Nuveen’s Real Estate assets across institutional channels and consultants
• Understand and be able to conduct detailed discussions on real estate and on the full range of Nuveen real estate strategies and products in related asset classes
• Distinguish Nuveen’s real estate products/solutions from those of other competitors
• Serve as an expert point of contact for investment-related questions and coverage for prospective investors, clients, and salespeople
• Stay current on industry developments and Nuveen products
• Provide creative product and solutions ideas based on investor and client needs
• Leverage internal resources in order to drive and grow business activity
• Provide feedback from investors and clients to internal partners to inform new products and opportunities

Educational Requirements

• University (Degree) Preferred

Work Experience

• 5+ Years Required; 7+ Years Preferred

FINRA Registrations

• SRC Indicator: Series 7; Series 63 or Series 66

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level 8IC Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5+ years of real estate capital raising experience
• Series 7 and Series 63 and/or Series 66

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years fundraising experience
• Existing consultant and plan sponsor relationships
• Knowledge of institutional eco systems

Related Skills Alternative Investments, Business Development, Capital Markets, Client Relationship Management, Consultative Communication, Data-Based Decision Making, Nuveen Products/Services Acumen, Practice Management Strategy, Sales Process Management Anticipated Posting End Date: 2026-06-27 Base Pay Range: $200,000/yr - $259,950/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). _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Company Overview 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. Our Culture of Impact 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. Benefits and Total Rewards 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. 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 Support TIAA 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) 842-2755 Email: [email protected] Drug and Smoking Policy TIAA maintains a drug-free and smoke/free workplace. Privacy Notices For 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. Apply To This Job