Education Savings Consultant at TIAA in East Lansing, MI

Education Savings Consultant The Education Savings Consultant plays an important role in proactively raising awareness and providing education about the 529 College Savings Plans we manage. While working under moderate supervision as a specialist in 529 plans, this role involves effectively educating various stakeholders, including prospects, existing consumers, employers, financial advisors, and key influencers about the features and benefits of our 529 plans. In addition to identifying new opportunities to expand our education to new audiences.

The Education Savings Consultant job delivers a variety of investment services and products that facilitate the college savings process. Working under moderate supervision, this job works closely with the investment team and develops education and outreach plans to assist clients in their college savings needs.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Educate individuals about 529 Plans and grow the 529 Workplace Savings Program by cultivating new relationships and maintaining existing relationships
• Consults with portfolio managers and financial advisors and develops frameworks that evaluate tuition (e.g., 529) savings plans.
• Analyzes the tuition financing market and utilizes benchmarks to educate prospects on college savings options.
• Gathers data on college tuition costs and identifies variables that may affect college savings goals.
• Organizes 529 savings plan materials and presents options to clients for Education Savings.
• Conducts research and reviews market analysis reports.
• Serves as the point of contact for 529 college savings solutions.

Educational Requirements

• University (Degree) Preferred

Work Experience

• 2+ Years Required; 3+ Years Preferred

FINRA Registrations

• SRC Indicator: Series 6 or 7; Series 63

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level 6IC

Related Skills

Accountability, Business Acumen, Client Relationship Management, Communication, Conflict Management, Contract Management, Influence, Innovation, Inspires Others, Negotiation, Problem Solving, Relationship Management

Anticipated Posting End Date: 2026-11-16

Base Pay Range: $57,000/yr - $85,000/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.

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.

Benefits and Total Rewards

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.

Equal Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. TIAA does not discriminate against any candidate or employee on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

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Email: accessibility.support@tiaa.org

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TIAA maintains a drug-free and smoke/free workplace.

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