Paralegal

00001 Ameriprise Financial Inc; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Ameriprise Financial in Boston is seeking a Paralegal to support Columbia Threadneedle Investments’ registered funds under the direction of an attorney. You will perform ongoing legal and regulatory activities for the funds, including filings and interaction with business lines, outside counsel, and accountants.

The position focuses on supporting investment advisory activities, governance matters, and collaboration with Asset Management Legal.

Qualifications

• Associates degree plus paralegal certificate or equivalent experience.
• One to three years’ relevant experience.
• Ability to interpret, analyze and apply legal requirements applicable to registered investment companies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the creation, updating, and filing of registration statements post-effective amendments containing prospectuses and SAIs and other disclosure documents required by the 1940 Act, the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
• Solicits and coordinates input to disclosure documents from business lines, outside counsel and outside accountants.
• Provide legal and regulatory support for Columbia Threadneedle Investments’ investment advisory business, including governance matters and regulatory compliance.
• Work closely with Asset Management Legal in the General Counsel’s Organization and with other lines of business.
• Support the team of lawyers and paralegals supporting Columbia Threadneedle Investments.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Attention to detail

Communication

Team player

Education

Associate degree and paralegal certificate

Job description

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

Ameriprise Financial is looking to add a Paralegal to the team! This position will focus primarily on supporting the Columbia Threadneedle Investments registered investment companies. Under the direction of an attorney, responsible for performing on-going legal and regulatory related activities with respect to the registered investment companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinates the creation, updating, and filing of registration statement post-effective amendments containing prospectuses and statements of additional information (SAIs) (including annual updates and supplements thereto) and other disclosure documents required by the Investment Company Act of 1940 ("1940 Act"), Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
• Solicits and coordinates input to disclosure documents from business lines (including product, marketing, fund administration, compliance and investment personnel), outside counsel and outside accountants.
• Responsibilities may also include providing legal and regulatory support for Columbia Threadneedle Investments’ investment advisory business, including those relating to: (i) the collective investment trusts; (ii) compliance with existing and new SEC regulations; (iii) various Ameriprise Financial entities and their related products or investments; and (iv) corporate governance matters.
• The Paralegal will work closely with other members of Asset Management Legal in the General Counsel’s Organization, as well as members of the firm’s various lines of business.
• The position would be part of a team of lawyers and paralegals supporting Columbia Threadneedle Investments.

Required Qualifications

• Associates degree plus paralegal certificate or equivalent experience.
• One to three years’ relevant experience.
• Ability to interpret, analyze and apply legal requirements applicable to registered investment companies.
• Mature, professional demeanor.
• Strong attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to successfully manage several ongoing assignments.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, writing and problem-solving skills.
• Dedicated team player.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience supporting an asset management business is preferred

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. Our employees work in the office at least four (4) days per week, with flexibility to work from home one (1) day per week. Some roles may require additional in-office time or different in-office expectations, and specific requirements will be discussed during the hiring process.

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).

Base Pay Salary

The estimated base salary for this role is $56,100 - $98,600/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.

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full time Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

Job Family Group

Legal Affairs

Line of Business

GCO General Counsel's Organization

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.

Since 1894, Ameriprise Financial has helped people feel more confident about their financial future. Guided by strong values and a deep commitment to clients, we've remained a trusted leader in financial planning and advice for more than 130 years. Through our businesses, Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance & Annuities, we deliver advice, investment and protection solutions designed for long-term success. While each business brings distinct capabilities and expertise, all are united by our unwavering focus on clients and a strong financial foundation. For you, that means the opportunity to build a meaningful career in a high-performing, collaborative culture where your expertise can grow, your contributions are valued and your work can make a real impact. As a global financial services company with three complementary businesses, the breadth of our capabilities sets us apart. It also creates unique opportunities for employees to learn, collaborate and grow their careers: Ameriprise Financial: Financial planning, advice and wealth management. Columbia Threadneedle Investments: Global asset management serving individual, institutional and corporate clients. RiverSource Insurance & Annuities: Products and solutions designed to help clients protect and grow their wealth. Explore opportunities within each business and region below. Ameriprise US | Careers Ameriprise India | Careers Columbia Threadneedle Investments US | Careers Columbia Threadneedle Investments EMEA APAC | Careers RiverSource | Careers