Specialist, Business Development- Investment Management

Are you passionate about being part of a team that delivers extraordinary care to help individuals and businesses prepare for and protect their retirement? If so, then Nationwide Financial could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

Enjoy the vibrant energy of the Arena District, working in-office on a hybrid basis.

This position will be hired on a SuccessFlex basis.

The hired associate must reside within 35 miles of the following location(s):

Columbus: One Nationwide Plaza, Columbus OH, 43215 

Work schedule: 3 days in office, 2 days remote.

This role does not qualify for employer-sponsored work authorization.  Nationwide does not participate in the Stem OPT Extension program.

Overview: Join Nationwide’s Accelerator team, a dynamic business unit focused on developing innovative investment products that drive growth across the enterprise. This role is focused on private sector retirement plans, which plays a critical role in expanding Nationwide’s retirement solutions by creating and managing investment vehicles tailored to institutional clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Development Support: Partner with wholesalers and advisors to win new retirement plan business by analyzing plan structures, fees, and investment options. Deliver compelling proposals that demonstrate cost savings and value through Nationwide-branded solutions.
• Investment Acumen: Leverage deep understanding of mutual funds, ETFs, and other investment products.
• Analytical & Research Expertise: Conduct financial and competitive analysis to support product positioning, pricing strategies, and investment performance evaluation.
• Presentation & Communication: Deliver high-impact presentations to internal leadership, external clients, and prospects, articulating complex investment concepts in a clear and persuasive manner.

Qualifications:

• Strong background in investments, financial analysis, or business strategy.
• Experience in private sector retirement products is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage relationships with key stakeholders and influence decision-making.
• Exceptional presentation and communication skills.
• Proactive, self-starter mindset with a passion for innovation and growth.
• Series 6 or 7 is highly preferred upon hire and must be obtained within 120 days.

Preferred Experience:

• Familiarity with retirement plan structures (401(k), 403(b), etc.) is helpful but not required.
• Experience working with institutional clients or in a product development role within financial services.

Internal Note: Compensation Grade F4

Job Description Summary

Are you intrigued by every aspect of the investment business – from mutual funds to securities lending to the markets and beyond? Has your education, skills and professional experience prepared you to oversee all the essential work that delivers high quality investment services and substantial returns? If you are excited about putting your higher-level thinking to work in fund management, we’d like to know more about you!

In Nationwide’s Investment Management Group (IMG), we’ve earned a great reputation in the industry, and we value team members who love this business and want to learn, grow and advance in the profession.

As a Specialist, you'll be responsible for managing platform relationships. You'll assist with developing reports on business line activities and partner with the designated business units to represent NFG and NIA products.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Supports selected business segments within Nationwide Financial, providing investment research and analysis.

• Designs and coordinates plan investments per the menus of NIA and NFG. 

• Coordinates and communicates portfolio construction and implementation process to plan sponsor decision makers.

• Performs current plan analysis, reporting, communication, negotiation and problem