Associate, Capital Markets

The Associate Capital Markets (Equity) reports to the Senior Director Capital Markets and assists with evaluating, analyzing and securing third party debt for Nuveen Real Estate's direct equity investments including acquisition, development and refinancing opportunities. In addition to placement of secured third party financing solutions for the US equity business, the Associate Capital Markets (Equity) assists in all aspects of securing third party debt for fund level facilities including subscription lines, repo-warehouse lines, Private Placements, Net Asset Value (NAV) facilities and secured/un-secured term/revolving facilities. Key Responsibilities and Duties Facilitates and supports the due diligence process between the capital markets deal team lead, investments and asset management teams and prospective lenders for all equity financing opportunities. Prepares the initial draft financing offering memorandums for in-house or third party broker lead financing requests. Assists senior team members in the financial analysis of lender quotes and hedging strategies to determine optimal leverage outcomes for the equity business. Participates in discussions with the relevant portion of the equity business with any financial inputs required for Investment Committee memos. Facilitates senior team members with the loan or facility closing process with internal and external stakeholders. Facilitates senior team members with any required ad hoc analysis of financial and operating performance to assist with investor, client and lender due diligence for sector fund products. Interfaces with key internal groups including debt capital markets, research, legal, insurance, asset management, portfolio management, accounting and treasury. Prepares analysis and helps monitor market dynamics and trends while seeking the input of the Nuveen Real Estate research team and other professionals in analytic activities. Educational Requirements University (Degree) Preferred Work Experience 2+ Years Required; 3+ Years Preferred Physical Requirements Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work Career Level 6IC Related Skills Business Development, Due Diligence, Financial Analysis, Market/Industry Dynamics, Opportunity Strategy, Organizational Savviness, Real Estate Investments, Real Estate Loans, Underwriting Anticipated Posting End Date: 2026-11-06 Base Pay Range: $106,000/yr - $135,000/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). _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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. 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