NBS Investment Manager

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 , 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. 

Overview of the Role: 

The position is a Nature Based Solutions Investment Manager located in London. The role will support and work directly with the Head of Nature-based Solutions to design, implement and coordinate a new investment strategy being launched by Nuveen . 

Key responsibilities:   

• Support the Head of Nature Based Solutions in the launch and management of the nature-based solution strategy and associated products 

• Lead on research on markets, sectors, commodity and ecosystem service markets  

• Support investor relations efforts by preparing marketing materials and answering ad-hoc investor requests, including presenting at investor and industry events 

• Lead on aspects of the fund design process, including the development of investment strategy, fund policy and processes, governance and monitoring processes 

• Work with business units to support the origination, analysis, underwriting of investments across various sectors (including timber, agriculture and ecosystem services) 

• Lead on the management and reporting of the fund’s portfolio. This should include providing various analytics and internal reports.  These reports cover many aspects of the portfolios including performance tracking and attribution, portfolio construction, benchmarking, transaction activity etc 

• Support business units in the monitoring of investments working with local teams (e.g. performance monitoring/reporting, site visits) 

• Work with the team to assess and mitigate the environmental and social risks of investments, measuring their financial, social, and environmental performance, working alongside the NNC team and local investment teams. 

• Support in the development of relationships with industry experts, strategic partners, technical advisers, investors and NGOs 

• Where required, support broader business development and other strategic efforts across the Nuveen platform, both in support of the Head of Nature-based Solutions and other business units 

Qualifications & Experience Required  

• 8+ years investment or portfolio management related experience in or similar fields 

• Experience or knowledge of incl. in agriculture or other nature-based sectors an advantage 

• Master’s Degree level in a relevant field including finance or economics 

• Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, guidance, and best practices related to  and related fields 

• Previous experience in investment / asset management / portfolio management in  assets or associated fields  

• Previous experience of developing impact metrics and reporting systems for a portfolio 

• Experience working on the design or management of global funds 

• Expert user of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other relevant programmes 

Competencies Required 

• A strong understanding of performance measurement and investment analysis principles with strong analytical skills  

• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills 

• Outside the box thinker and willing to take positions and defend them  

• Self-starter and team player who embraces collaboration  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent communication and project management skills, are also important. 

Additional Information 

This role requires no regulatory designation.  

Nuveen is committed to providing equal opportunity across all employment practices and we believe our employees have a right to a diverse and inclusive workplace. 

Nuveen 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.   

Related Skills

Adaptability, Analytical Skills, Collaboration, Consultative Communication, Continuous Improvement Mindset, Due Diligence, Environmental/ Acumen, Scoring, Influence, Investments, Project Management, Resourcefulness,

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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 , 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.

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