Managing Director, IRA Growth Strategy Leader

The IRA Growth Strategy Leader is responsible for driving the expansion of TIAA’s Individual Retirement Account (IRA) offering. This Leader will be responsible for developing and executing strategic growth plans, identifying market opportunities, strengthening client and advisor engagement, and optimizing IRA product positioning. The ideal candidate has a strong background in financial services, business development, and retirement planning, with a keen understanding of IRA regulations and investment strategies

This role reports to the Senior Managing Director, Head of Wealth Products and Solutions. The Wealth Product and Solutions team is responsible for strategy, development and management of wealth products and services, which include managed accounts, brokerage solutions, trust services and third-party solutions. Our vision is to offer a diverse set of investment solutions and services to help our clients reach their financial goals.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Designs and implements business growth strategies to increase IRA adoption, contributions, and asset under management (AUM).

• Identifies and analyzes market trends, competitor strategies, and customer needs to position IRA offerings effectively.

• Develops product differentiation, and marketing strategies to attract new IRA clients and retain existing ones.

• Establishes key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure growth success and adjust strategies as needed.

• Builds and maintains strategic partnerships with distribution, marketing and digital experience teams to expand IRA business.

• Develops targeted campaigns to increase IRA enrollments, rollovers and contributions in partnership with marketing teams.

• Conducts presentations, webinars, and educational initiatives to promote IRA benefits and growth strategies.

• Collaborates with product development teams to enhance IRA account offerings, including investment options, digital tools, and client services.

• Enhances IRA client experience through data-driven personalization, proactive outreach, and improved service models.

• Identifies opportunities for technology integration, and fintech partnerships to enhance IRA digital experience, rollover experience and conversion rates.

Educational Requirements

• University (Degree) Preferred

Work Experience

• 8+ Years Required; 10+ Years Preferred

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level
10IC

Required Qualifications:  

• 8+ Years Retirement Planning, Business Development, and IRA Experience

Preferred Qualifications:  

• University (Degree) Preferred
• 10+ Retirement Planning, Business Development, and IRA Experience

TIAA’s Wealth Management & Advice Solutions comprises a portfolio of businesses including Wealth Management, Kaspick, TIAA Trust, managed investment accounts and investment advice, brokerage, education savings, MyVest and life insurance. The goal of these businesses is to provide valuable products to individual and institutional clients and to generate returns to the General Account for the benefit of retirement participants.

Related Skills

Accountability, Collaboration, Communication, Compliance, Due Diligence, Executive Presence, Influence, Negotiation, Product Opportunity Assessment, Product Strategy/Planning, Relationship Management, Stakeholder Engagement

Anticipated Posting End Date:

2025-04-08

Base Pay Range: $200,000/yr. - $240,000/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). 

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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.

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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.

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