What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Client Service Associate position at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC?
About Our Company
We’re a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. Our team of 22,000 people across 19 countries, serves more than 3.5 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses – Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail oriented Registered Client Service Associate (CSA) to join our growing Ameriprise Financial team. This role is a key part of our client experience and daily operations, with a strong focus on money movement, trading and transaction management, client service support, and advisor team coordination.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast paced, team oriented environment and enjoys working directly with clients while supporting a sophisticated wealth management and financial planning practice.
Key Responsibilities
Client Service & Relationship Support
Serve as a primary point of contact for client service requests via phone, email, and in‑person interactions
Provide clear, professional, and timely communication to clients with diverse financial needs and backgrounds
Support clients with common service needs, including distributions, contributions, account maintenance, and documentation
Assist with Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs), including setup, processing, and client education
Money Movement, Trading & Transaction Support
Process money movement requests accurately and efficiently, including ACHs, wires, checks, and journal transfers
Support trading, rebalancing, and transaction management in coordination with advisors and centralized trading teams
Ensure all transactions meet firm policies, regulatory requirements, and internal risk controls
Monitor transaction status and follow through to completion
Team & Advisor Support
Collaborate closely with advisors, planners, and fellow team members across investment management and financial planning
Support a growing and specialized team by managing workflows, priorities, and deadlines
Maintain accurate client records and documentation within Ameriprise systems
Assist with preparation for client meetings and ongoing service follow‑ups
Financial Planning & Education Support
Provide basic education and support around financial planning concepts as appropriate
Help gather and organize client information to support planning and analysis
Adapt communication style to meet the needs of different clients, from simple service requests to more complex planning conversations
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree or equivalent.
3 - 5 Years Relevant Experience Required.
Series 7 or ability to obtain within 150 days.
State securities agent registration (S63 or S66) or ability to obtain within 150 days.
Experience working in a client service environment.
Detail-oriented, strong math, and analytical skills. Good organization and time management skills.
Able to manage multiple priorities and prioritize effectively. Able to independently work with minimal direct supervision.
Able to communicate with all levels within the organization. Process oriented and can work with a team.
Strong computer and software skills.
Preferred Qualifications
State IAR registration (S65 or S66) or ability to obtain within 150 days.
Life, Accident, and Health licenses & Variable Contracts or ability to obtain within 150 days.
What We Offer
Opportunity to be part of a growing, collaborative Ameriprise practice
Meaningful client interaction and long‑term relationship building
Exposure to investment management, financial planning, and advanced service needs
Supportive team culture with opportunities for professional development
Competitive Compensation And Benefits, Aligned With Experience
Participation in team revenue cut‑ins, allowing compensation to grow alongside the practice
Visa Sponsorship
Applicants must have a valid work authorization that does not now, or in the future, require visa sponsorship for employment in the United States (e.g., H-1B, F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, TN).
In-Office Collaboration
We are a client-centric, relationship-based business. Working together, in-person, is foundational to how we achieve results. By fostering a culture of face-to-face collaboration, idea sharing, productivity and personal connection, we deliver for our stakeholders — clients, advisors, employees and shareholders. Employees in this role work in the office five (5) days per week.
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full time
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Job Family Group
Business Support & Operations
Line of Business
AAG Ameriprise Advisor Group
Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, disability status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.
We’re a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. Our team of 22,000 people across 19 countries, serves more than 3.5 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses – Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail oriented Registered Client Service Associate (CSA) to join our growing Ameriprise Financial team. This role is a key part of our client experience and daily operations, with a strong focus on money movement, trading and transaction management, client service support, and advisor team coordination.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast paced, team oriented environment and enjoys working directly with clients while supporting a sophisticated wealth management and financial planning practice.
Key Responsibilities
Client Service & Relationship Support
Serve as a primary point of contact for client service requests via phone, email, and in‑person interactions
Provide clear, professional, and timely communication to clients with diverse financial needs and backgrounds
Support clients with common service needs, including distributions, contributions, account maintenance, and documentation
Assist with Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs), including setup, processing, and client education
Money Movement, Trading & Transaction Support
Process money movement requests accurately and efficiently, including ACHs, wires, checks, and journal transfers
Support trading, rebalancing, and transaction management in coordination with advisors and centralized trading teams
Ensure all transactions meet firm policies, regulatory requirements, and internal risk controls
Monitor transaction status and follow through to completion
Team & Advisor Support
Collaborate closely with advisors, planners, and fellow team members across investment management and financial planning
Support a growing and specialized team by managing workflows, priorities, and deadlines
Maintain accurate client records and documentation within Ameriprise systems
Assist with preparation for client meetings and ongoing service follow‑ups
Financial Planning & Education Support
Provide basic education and support around financial planning concepts as appropriate
Help gather and organize client information to support planning and analysis
Adapt communication style to meet the needs of different clients, from simple service requests to more complex planning conversations
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree or equivalent.
3 - 5 Years Relevant Experience Required.
Series 7 or ability to obtain within 150 days.
State securities agent registration (S63 or S66) or ability to obtain within 150 days.
Experience working in a client service environment.
Detail-oriented, strong math, and analytical skills. Good organization and time management skills.
Able to manage multiple priorities and prioritize effectively. Able to independently work with minimal direct supervision.
Able to communicate with all levels within the organization. Process oriented and can work with a team.
Strong computer and software skills.
Preferred Qualifications
State IAR registration (S65 or S66) or ability to obtain within 150 days.
Life, Accident, and Health licenses & Variable Contracts or ability to obtain within 150 days.
What We Offer
Opportunity to be part of a growing, collaborative Ameriprise practice
Meaningful client interaction and long‑term relationship building
Exposure to investment management, financial planning, and advanced service needs
Supportive team culture with opportunities for professional development
Competitive Compensation And Benefits, Aligned With Experience
Participation in team revenue cut‑ins, allowing compensation to grow alongside the practice
Visa Sponsorship
Applicants must have a valid work authorization that does not now, or in the future, require visa sponsorship for employment in the United States (e.g., H-1B, F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, TN).
In-Office Collaboration
We are a client-centric, relationship-based business. Working together, in-person, is foundational to how we achieve results. By fostering a culture of face-to-face collaboration, idea sharing, productivity and personal connection, we deliver for our stakeholders — clients, advisors, employees and shareholders. Employees in this role work in the office five (5) days per week.
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full time
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Job Family Group
Business Support & Operations
Line of Business
AAG Ameriprise Advisor Group
Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, disability status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.