TIAA

Manager, Third-Party Wealth Operations

TIAA$83K — $116K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in a client-facing role with internal and external relationships; 7+ years preferred.
  • Proficiency in Data Analytics (5+ years preferred).
  • Experience with Registered Investment Advisors (RIA) and Broker Dealer (B/D) regulatory environments.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence clients.
  • Ability to make independent, accurate decisions.

Responsibilities

  • Provide operational and practice management support to Third-Party Advisors for TIAA product distribution.
  • Support Advisor Desk and Relationship Management teams with expertise on infrastructure and processes.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures as a subject matter expert.
  • Monitor control aspects of infrastructure and processes to minimize business risks.
  • Contribute to special initiatives and projects to enhance the Third-Party Advisor platform.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards package including retirement program.
  • Highly competitive health, wellness, and work-life offerings.
  • Commitment to financial well-being for associates and their families.
Full Job Description
Third-Party Wealth Operations
Third-Party Wealth Operations is responsible for servicing Third-Party Advisors who work with TIAA institutional and individual clients in support of the distribution of TIAA products and services. The Third-Party Wealth Operations role is primarily responsible for managing various aspects of the TIAA advisor platform and how we integrate that into the day-to-day operational support of Third-Party Advisors. In addition, the Third-Party Wealth Operations role plays an important role in developing, maintaining, and monitoring processes and our control environment to minimize business risks.

Key Responsibilities and Duties
  • Work directly with Third Party Advisors by providing the necessary operational and practice management support required to facilitate the distribution of TIAA's products and services on our platform.
  • Support the activities of the Advisor Desk and Relationship Management team by providing subject matter expertise on our infrastructure and operational processes in order to broaden the distribution of TIAA products and services through Third Party Advisors.
  • Act as the SME for certain operational processes by developing, implementing, managing, and maintaining standard operating procedures for both plan level consultants and participant level advisors. While the role may be focused on a particular aspect of operations at the plan or participant level, the individual will be required to develop a broad working knowledge of all operational aspects of the business.
  • Manage and monitor certain aspects of our controls built into our infrastructure and processes to ensure that we are minimizing risks associated with the business being conducted by Third Party Advisors on our platform.
  • Support special initiatives and projects to ensure the ongoing health and development of our Third Party Advisor platform.
Educational Requirements
  • University (Degree) Preferred
Work Experience
  • 5+ Years Required; 7+ Years Preferred
FINRA Registrations
  • SRC Indicator: Series 6 or 7; Series 63
Licenses and Certifications
  • Life and Health Insurance License (Resident State) - Multiple Issuers required within 120 Days
Physical Requirements
  • Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level
8IC

Required Skills
  • 5+ years of experience in a client facing role interacting with internal and external relationships.

Preferred Skills
  • 7+ years of experience in a client facing role interacting with internal and external relationships.
  • 5+ years of experience in Data Analytics
  • Experience working with Registered Investment Advisors (RIA) and Broker Dealer (B/D) Regulatory Environment.
  • Strong communication skills and client influencing ability
  • Ability to make accurate decisions and act independently


Related Skills

Accountability, Analytical Skills, Business Development, Collaboration, Consultative Communication, Customer Engagement, Practice Management Strategy, Prioritizes Effectively, Relationship Management, Sales, Stakeholder Engagement, Story Telling, Strategic Thinking

Anticipated Posting End Date:
2026-07-18

Base Pay Range: $83,000/yr - $116,000/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).

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.

About TIAA

TIAA is a financial services company that specializes in providing retirement plans, IRAs, mutual funds, and life insurance. The company is dedicated to helping those who teach, heal, and serve to achieve financial well-being. TIAA was founded in 1918 and headquartered in New York, United States.

TIAA Careers

Joining TIAA presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a team that prides itself on fostering a culture of growth, innovation, and leadership in the financial services industry. As a company deeply committed to the professional development and well-being of its employees, TIAA is where your career aspirations can take flight.

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