Technology & Investment Operations - Head of Strategy and Business Enablement, MD

• Define and drive the long-term technology, AI, data and operations strategy in alignment with Nuveen’s enterprise priorities.
• Partner with senior Technology & Operations business leaders to translate strategic priorities into actionable roadmaps and investment plans.
• Lead the integration of technology, data and operational strategies across the global organisation.
• Identify and scale opportunities using AI, automation, advanced analytics and modern data capabilities to improve efficiency, innovation and business value.
• Lead strategic programmes and initiatives that support organisational transformation, growth and scale.
• Act as a trusted adviser to the CIO and senior leadership, providing insight, challenge and recommendations on strategic priorities.
• Develop executive-level communications and materials, including Board and Executive Committee presentations and updates.
• Establish appropriate KPIs, financial measures and governance to track delivery against strategic objectives.
• Proactively identify strategic risks, dependencies and opportunities, escalating issues and recommending solutions where appropriate.
• Lead, develop and motivate a high-performing team.

• 10+ years of relevant experience, including senior leadership responsibility in asset management, investment management or a comparably complex financial services environment.
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing enterprise-level technology, data, operations or transformation strategy.
• Strong understanding of how technology, data and operations support an investment business and create commercial value.
• Experience applying AI, automation, advanced analytics and modern data capabilities to practical business opportunities.
• Proven delivery of complex, cross-functional transformation programmes across multiple functions, businesses or geographies.
• Established track record of working with C-suite executives and preparing materials for Boards, Executive Committees or equivalent governance forums.
• Experience translating strategy into execution through roadmaps, investment prioritisation, governance, KPIs and measurable outcomes.
• Experience leading senior teams and influencing effectively in a global, matrixed organisation.
• University degree preferred.

• Strategic thinking and the ability to connect technology investment to enterprise and commercial outcomes.
• Executive presence, judgement and influence with senior stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of asset management, investment operations and the global regulatory environment.
• Ability to operate across strategy and execution, balancing long-term vision with delivery discipline.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to simplify complex topics for senior audiences.
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build alignment across technology, operations, data and business teams.
• Financial acumen and experience measuring the value and performance of strategic investments.
• Intellectual curiosity and awareness of emerging technology and industry developments.

Career Level:

11PL

This role requires no regulatory designation.

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