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 natural capital, 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 Senior Associate is primarily responsible for investor reporting and analysis across Nuveen Real Estate's operational assets in Australia, with a particular focus on the purpose-built student accommodation and co-living portfolio. Key responsibilities include leading the quarterly and semi-annual external valuation process, supporting property business planning and budgeting with the asset management team, and reporting on development performance through monthly PCG meetings. The role also involves close collaboration with the student accommodation Operating Company (OpCo) on asset performance matters, and oversight of ESG tracking and reporting.

The Senior Associate additionally supports new transactions across all sectors, contributing to acquisition cash flow models, sensitivity analysis, and buy/hold/sell recommendations, as well as preparing Investment Committee papers for acquisitions, disposals, and portfolio updates. The role also provides broader support across risk management and compliance, and helps build strong relationships across Nuveen Real Estate and TIAA businesses in Asia, the UK, Europe and the US.

Key responsibilities will include:

Asset & Portfolio Management

• Manage streamlined investor reporting and analysis for operational assets, in particular purpose-built student accommodation and co-living.
• Leading the Quarterly/semi-annual external Valuation process.
• Attend monthly PCG meetings to monitor the progress of existing projects and be responsible for regular reporting and reforecasting of development performance.
• Supporting the property business planning and budget process with the asset management team including portfolio performance monitoring and valuations (both independent and internal).
• Working closely with Nuveen Australia's student accommodation Operating Company (OpCo) personnel on all matters relating to asset performance and reporting.
• Management of ESG related tracking and reporting.
• Supporting the creation of acquisition cash flow models and analysis of relevant investment opportunities for varying internal and external sources of capital, including sensitivity analysis, tax and leveraging modelling, buy/hold/sell analysis.
• Co-ordinate and make a strong contribution to Investment Committee papers for new acquisitions and dispositions, as well as regular Investment Committee updates for the existing portfolio.

• Participating in regular site inspections with to better understand key economic drivers and investment markets.
• Providing operational support where required, particularly across the risk management and compliance function in establishing processes and procedures.
• Building strong relationships with other Nuveen Real Estate and TIAA businesses across Asia, UK, Europe and the US as appropriate.

Technical Skills & Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in private equity real estate, portfolio management, asset management, acquisitions, underwriting, investment banking, or a similar investment-focused role.
• Strong financial modelling, valuation, portfolio analytics, and quantitative analysis skills, with the ability to interpret real estate investment and asset-level performance.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel required; experience with real estate analytics tools such as Forbury, ARGUS, or equivalent platforms preferred.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate clearly with internal stakeholders, senior management, and external partners.
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively across teams.

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, Asset/Investment Modeling, Business Development, Communication, Due Diligence, Financial Acumen, Financial Risk Management, Investment Management, Investment Performance Reporting, Investment Reporting Oversight, Market/Industry Dynamics, Negotiation, Opportunity Strategy, Real Estate Investments, Underwriting

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 natural capital, 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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