Retention Sales Director

Retention Sales DirectorThe Institutional Sales Associate sells bundled institutional retirement plan services to not for profit Higher Education defined contribution plans. This job is responsible for identifying opportunities and developing relationships with retirement plan clients or prospects in order to meet and exceed sales goals.Key Responsibilities and DutiesDevelops sales strategy for institutional retirement plans that are in their assigned book of business.Builds effective internal relationships in order to execute the sales strategy.Manages an assigned sales territory.Identifies and cultivates relationships with prospects and/or existing clients in order to sell bundled institutional retirement plan services.Initiates and follows up on new business opportunities.Leads business meetings and closes sales with institutional retirement plan prospects/clients.Educational RequirementsUniversity (Degree) PreferredWork Experience5+ Years Required; 7+ Years PreferredFINRA RegistrationsSRC Indicator: Series 6 or 7; Series 63Licenses and CertificationsLife and Health Insurance License (Resident State) - Multiple Issuers preferred Physical RequirementsPhysical Requirements: Sedentary WorkCareer Level 8ICRequired QualificationsA minimum of 5 years of experience in institutional retirement plan sales, financial services sales, or a closely related field.FINRA Series 6 or 7, and Series 63 or 65/66 licenses (or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe, typically 90-120 days).State life and health insurance license, or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe.Preferred Qualifications7+ years of experience in institutional retirement plan sales, financial services sales, or a closely related field.Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets within an assigned territory or book of business.Strong understanding of institutional retirement plan products, including defined contribution, defined benefit, and bundled recordkeeping services.Proven ability to build and manage relationships with prospects, clients, and internal stakeholders (e.g., relationship managers, plan consultants, legal/compliance teams).Excellent presentation, negotiation, and closing skills, with experience leading business meetings that result in signed business.Related SkillsBusiness Acumen, Business Development, Commercial Mindset, Consultative Communication, Customer Insights, Deals Strategy, Influence, Market/Industry Dynamics, Negotiation, Practice Management Strategy, Sales, Sales Planning, Story TellingAnticipated Posting End Date:2026-11-13Base Pay Range: $117,000/yr - $172,000/yrActual 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 OverviewEvery 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 ImpactAt 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. 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