What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Administrative Assistant - Investment Teams position at Columbia Threadneedle Investments?
We are hiring for a unique opportunity to work in the heart of an investment team, coordinating all aspects of their day-to-day administration needs. You will help ensure smooth, efficient operations while gaining exposure to the investment business in a fast paced, highly collaborative environment. This position is ideal for someone who is organized, proactive, and eager to learn and grow in an administrative career, as well how the investment business functions - training and support will be provided.
Key Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day coordination and support of department and project activities to ensure key tasks and deadlines are met.
Manage individual leader(s)/team calendars and meeting logistics, including scheduling across multiple time zones.
Coordinate domestic and international travel, ensuring compliance with policies and alignment with meeting schedules and priorities.
Create, submit, and track expense reports, ensuring travel purposes are properly documented and expenses comply with company policy.
Support ad hoc requests, team initiatives, and small projects.
Research, respond, and resolve questions regarding department processes and policies.
Collaborate with other functional areas to quickly resolve issues and accomplish responsibilities.
Required Qualifications
Associate degree; or 3-5 years of work experience.
Strong knowledge and application of Microsoft suite of programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
Experience coordinating complicated travel, both domestic and international.
Excellent organization skills, attention to detail and success in working across multiple teams, offices, and time zones.
Ability to anticipate business needs, prioritize independently, multi‑task, and adapt quickly to shifting priorities while supporting multiple people.
Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to interact with multiple teams and individuals at various professional levels and locations.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
Bachelor’s Degree Preferred Or Equivalent Years Of Experience.
Experience with administrative programs: Ariba Buyer, Concur, etc.
Financial services industry experience is favorable and/or basic level of understanding of the financial markets would be beneficial.
This role will be based onsite at our Boston office for 4 days per week with the option to work from home 1 day per week.
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 2024. With our team of more than 20,000 people in 20 countries, we advise, manage and protect assets and income of 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.
Base Pay Salary
The estimated base salary for this role is $58,000 - $62,500 per year. We have a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy. Your initial total compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical work location. In addition, most of our roles are eligible for variable pay in the form of bonus, commissions, and/or long-term incentives depending on the role. We also have a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well-being, including but not limited to vacation time, sick time, 401(k), and health, dental and life insurances.
Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender identity, disability, veteran status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full time
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Job Family Group
Business Support & Operations
Line of Business
AMINV US Asset Management
Key Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day coordination and support of department and project activities to ensure key tasks and deadlines are met.
Manage individual leader(s)/team calendars and meeting logistics, including scheduling across multiple time zones.
Coordinate domestic and international travel, ensuring compliance with policies and alignment with meeting schedules and priorities.
Create, submit, and track expense reports, ensuring travel purposes are properly documented and expenses comply with company policy.
Support ad hoc requests, team initiatives, and small projects.
Research, respond, and resolve questions regarding department processes and policies.
Collaborate with other functional areas to quickly resolve issues and accomplish responsibilities.
Required Qualifications
Associate degree; or 3-5 years of work experience.
Strong knowledge and application of Microsoft suite of programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
Experience coordinating complicated travel, both domestic and international.
Excellent organization skills, attention to detail and success in working across multiple teams, offices, and time zones.
Ability to anticipate business needs, prioritize independently, multi‑task, and adapt quickly to shifting priorities while supporting multiple people.
Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to interact with multiple teams and individuals at various professional levels and locations.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
Bachelor’s Degree Preferred Or Equivalent Years Of Experience.
Experience with administrative programs: Ariba Buyer, Concur, etc.
Financial services industry experience is favorable and/or basic level of understanding of the financial markets would be beneficial.
This role will be based onsite at our Boston office for 4 days per week with the option to work from home 1 day per week.
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 2024. With our team of more than 20,000 people in 20 countries, we advise, manage and protect assets and income of 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.
Base Pay Salary
The estimated base salary for this role is $58,000 - $62,500 per year. We have a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy. Your initial total compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical work location. In addition, most of our roles are eligible for variable pay in the form of bonus, commissions, and/or long-term incentives depending on the role. We also have a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well-being, including but not limited to vacation time, sick time, 401(k), and health, dental and life insurances.
Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender identity, disability, veteran status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full time
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Job Family Group
Business Support & Operations
Line of Business
AMINV US Asset Management
Salary : $58,000 - $62,500