Nature Solutions Manager

Position: Nature Based Solutions Manager
Location: Greater London

## Nature Based Solutions Manager Apply remote type:
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London, England - 201 Bishopsgate time type:
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October 1, 2026 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition :
RNuveen 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.

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** Overview of the Role:
** The position is a Nature Based Solutions Investment Manager located in London. The role will support and work directly with the Head of Nature-based Solutions to design, implement and coordinate a new investment strategy being launched by Nuveen Natural Capital.
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* Key responsibilities:

*** Support the Head of Nature Based Solutions in the launch and management of the nature-based solution strategy and associated products
* Lead on research on markets, sectors, commodity and ecosystem service markets
* Support investor relations efforts by preparing marketing materials and answering ad-hoc investor requests, including presenting at investor and industry events
* Lead on aspects of the fund design process, including the development of investment strategy, fund policy and processes, governance and monitoring processes
* Work with business units to support the origination, analysis, underwriting of investments across various natural capital sectors (including timber, agriculture and ecosystem services)
* Lead on the management and reporting of the fund’s portfolio. This should include providing various analytics and internal reports.  These reports cover many aspects of the portfolios including performance tracking and attribution, portfolio construction, benchmarking, transaction activity etc
* Support business units in the monitoring of investments working with local teams (e.g. performance monitoring/reporting, site visits)
* Work with the sustainability team to assess and mitigate the environmental and social risks of investments, measuring their financial, social, and environmental performance, working alongside the NNC Sustainability team and local investment teams.
* Support in the development of relationships with industry experts, strategic partners, technical advisers, investors and NGOs
* Where required, support broader business development and other strategic efforts across the Nuveen Natural Capital platform, both in support of the Head of Nature-based Solutions and other business units
** Qualifications & Experience Required
*** 8+ years investment or portfolio management related experience in natural capital or similar fields
* Experience or knowledge of natural capital incl. in agriculture or other nature-based sectors an advantage
* Master’s Degree level in a relevant field including finance or economics
* Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, guidance, and best practices related to natural capital and related fields
* Previous experience in investment / asset management / portfolio management in natural capital assets or associated fields
* Previous experience of developing impact metrics and reporting systems for a portfolio
* Experience working on the design or management of global funds
* Expert user of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other relevant programmes
** Competencies Required
*** A strong understanding of performance measurement and investment analysis principles with strong analytical skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
* Outside the box thinker and willing to take positions and defend them
* Self-starter and team player who embraces collaboration
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent communication and project management skills, are also important.
** Additional Information
** This role requires no regulatory designation.

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Related Skills Adaptability, Analytical Skills, Collaboration, Consultative Communication, Continuous Improvement Mindset, Due Diligence, Environmental/Sustainability Acumen, ESG Scoring, Influence, Natural Capital Investments, Project Management, Resourcefulness, Stakeholder Engagement
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