FRTIB retains JDG to conduct search for its Chief Investment Officer

JDG Associates, Executive Search Consultants, has been retained by the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB), an independent, self-funded federal agency that combines a strong public-service mission with private-sector stability. The FRTIB administers the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), the world’s largest defined contribution retirement plan, managing more than $1 trillion in assets for over 7 million federal employees and members of the uniformed services. Widely regarded as one of the most successful retirement programs globally, the TSP serves as a benchmark for defined contribution plans worldwide.

FRTIB is seeking a Chief Investment Officer (CIO) to provide strategic and operational leadership for the Agency’s investment programs. This executive plays a pivotal role in shaping investment policy, overseeing fund performance, and ensuring that the TSP continues to deliver secure, cost-effective investment options to its participants.

Critical to success will be:

• Overseeing large, diversified portfolios or defined contribution plans, with a record of developing and executing investment policy and asset-allocation strategies.
• Deep understanding of global markets, index investing, and fund performance analysis, with experience managing relationships with external investment managers and consultants.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams of investment professionals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and mission alignment.
• Experience advising boards and senior executives, translating complex investment insights into clear, actionable recommendations.

To view the complete Position Announcement, please see our Active Searches page.