Director - Business Manager, Retirement CAO

Business Management The Business Management job is responsible for providing strategic support for the assigned business area. While focusing on high level projects, this job executes strategic business management consulting to leaders by analyzing metrics and presentations to support business strategies, driving business management policies and routines, and being the central point of contact for leaders in the execution of business management tasks. This job is considered a subject matter expert in the Business Management area. Key Responsibilities And Duties Acts as a day-to-day technical/functional expert in assigned area and makes decisions on tactical issues that impact the business. Maintains and supports implementation of policies and procedures in support of the business area strategy. Implements process improvements. Analyzes and reports on area data (financial, headcount, etc.) and performance metrics. Supports business management projects by monitoring and tracking risks, issues and action items. Drives and oversees meeting planning in support of business projects and objectives. Influences the development of new strategic initiatives through tracking budgets and milestones. Educational Requirements University (Degree) Preferred Work Experience 5+ Years Required; 7+ Years Preferred Physical Requirements Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work Career Level 8IC This role will serve as Business Manager supporting key cultural and people-focused initiatives across the Retirement CAO organization, with primary focus on building Retirement events (such as our annual recognition event), activating key initiatives within our culture + engagement plans, coordinating our Early Talent programs with our people team, and supporting our Retirement workspace strategy. Additionally, will support ad hoc projects and activities on behalf of the CAO team such as developing executive-ready materials, conducting analysis, coordinating events and meetings, and supporting business reporting and operational processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to gain broad exposure to business management while contributing to high-impact strategic work across the enterprise. Our Culture This team and role is right for you if you are intellectually curious and want to be a part of end-to-end solutioning -- from ideation to execution. This portfolio of work is right for someone who can work with strategic direction and autonomy to drive outcomes in a fast-paced but high visibility and rewarding environment. We're looking for people that want to grow and take on a new challenge, who do the right thing, are highly motivated and self-starting, but know their limits and when to escalation. Our team operates very much like a start-up -- we value hard work, great teammates, and the right mindset; with all the benefits of a legacy company foundation. Required Qualifications 2+ years of event planning and culture activation 2+ years of building decks that create a cohesive storyline with data and simplified formatting Desired Qualifications Experience with technology change and driving adoption to evolving standards, such as AI integration Related Skills Adaptability, Business Acumen, Collaboration, Communication, Consultative Communication, Detail-Oriented, Executive Presence, Financial Acumen, Messaging Effectiveness, Prioritizes Effectively, Problem Solving, Project Management, Relationship Management, Strategic Thinking Anticipated Posting End Date 2026-09-04 Base Pay Range $95,100/yr - $140,000/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). Company Overview Every worker deserves a secure retirement. For more than 100 years, TIAA has delivered it for millions of people. Founded to help educators retire with dignity, today weʼre a market-leading retirement company fueled by world-class asset management. But weʼre not just another legacy financial services firm. Weʼre fighting harder than ever before for our clients and the many Americans who need 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. 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