Nuveen is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our global distribution team, as Head of EMEA Consultant Relations.

This individual will be responsible for developing and managing Nuveen’s relationships with global investment consultants and key local advisor firms outside the United States. The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving asset growth and retention by effectively positioning Nuveen’s broad investment capabilities and delivering strategic partnership value to consultants and their clients. Working in close coordination with regional distribution teams and Nuveen's U.S. Consultant Relations counterparts, this role will ensure cohesive global engagement and influence across consultant platforms.

Key responsibilities will include:

Develop and manage strategic relationships with investment consultants, client consultants, and independent advisors across key international markets to identify opportunities and manage business risk, with the goal of increasing and retaining AUM across Nuveen affiliates.

Drive buy ratings and mandates across Nuveen's investment capabilities, in collaboration with regional distribution and investment teams.

Lead international consultant coverage strategy, ensuring alignment with U.S. and Asia-based consultant relations teams to coordinate global consultant engagement efforts.

Represent Nuveen in global and regional consultant meetings, including travel across EMEA and APAC markets as needed to support relationship development and business growth.

Respond promptly to consultant requests, including recurring service needs, data inquiries, and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), in partnership with the RFP and investment teams.

Monitor and analyse consultant research and public search activity, identifying relevant opportunities for Nuveen capabilities.

Deliver clear, consistent communication of Nuveen’s investment strategies and performance, ensuring a high level of product fluency and market insight.

Work with compliance, legal, product, and operational teams to ensure a seamless onboarding experience for consultant-influenced client relationships.

Prepare strategic and management reporting on consultant activity, business development opportunities, and relationship health.

Support special projects and strategic initiatives related to consultant segmentation, new product rollouts, and global distribution efforts.

Maintain up-to-date records and activity logs through Nuveen’s CRM systems.

Technical Skills & Qualifications Required:

Knowledge and understanding of financial markets and investment products across the range of alternative and traditional strategies.

Strong network and understanding of the relevant consultant landscape; experience working with major global and regional consultant firms is essential.

Commercially focused, with a proven track record of influencing consultant recommendations and securing buy ratings.

Experience with Alternative products – specifically Private Credit, Real Estate and Infrastructure.

Excellent analytical skills with the ability to articulate complex investment strategies.

Ability to develop strong client and consultant relationships and an in-depth understanding of client and consultant needs.

Sound time management skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines independently.

Ability to work independently as well as in a team.

IMC or CFA level 1 qualification

Competencies Required:

Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive and results-driven approach.

Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders.

Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of synthesizing complex information into actionable insights.

Strong collaborator who thrives in a team-oriented, cross-functional environment.

High emotional intelligence, cultural awareness, and adaptability when working with international colleagues and clients.

Strong presentation and public speaking skills.

This role requires Certified Staff - UK regulatory designation.

Related Skills

Business Development, Client Relationship Management, Collaboration, Drives for Results, Executive Presence, Influence, Market Research Competitive Analysis, Nuveen Products/Services Acumen, Practice Management Strategy, Sales

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Company Overview

Nuveen is the investment management arm of TIAA. It is one of the largest global asset managers with specialist knowledge across a wide array of asset classes, including fixed income, listed equities and alternatives.  Nuveen is driven not only by the independent investment processes across the firm, but also the insights, risk management, analytics and other tools and resources a truly world-class platform provides. As a global asset manager, our mission is to work in partnership with our clients to create outcome-focused solutions to help them secure their financial future.  For more information about the firm please visit our website at www.nuveen.com

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