Paralegal

Ameriprise Financial; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Ameriprise Financial is seeking a Paralegal to support Columbia Threadneedle Investments' registered investment companies under attorney supervision. The role includes coordinating post‑effective amendments, prospectuses and SAIs, and gathering input from multiple business lines and outside counsel.

The position requires 1–3 years of relevant experience, an associate's degree plus paralegal certificate, or equivalent, and emphasizes strong attention to detail, communication, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Associates degree plus paralegal certificate or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to interpret, analyze and apply legal requirements.
• Mature, professional demeanor.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving abilities.
• Dedicated team player.
• Bachelor's degree (preferred).
• Experience supporting an asset management business is preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Paralegal will support Columbia Threadneedle Investments’ registered investment companies under an attorney.
• Coordinate creation, updating, and filing of registration statements, post‑effective amendments, prospectuses and SAIs.
• Solicit and coordinate input from business lines, outside counsel and outside accountants.
• Provide legal and regulatory support for investment advisory business and governance matters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Team player

Professional demeanor

Paralegal experience

Education

Associates degree + paralegal certificate or equivalent experience

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

About Our CompanyWe’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 DescriptionThe 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. 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.Key ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities 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.QualificationsAssociates 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 degreeExperience supporting an asset management business is preferredIn-Office CollaborationWe 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 SponsorshipApplicants 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 SalaryThe 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-TimeFull timeExempt/Non-ExemptExemptJob Family GroupLegal AffairsLine of BusinessGCO General Counsel's OrganizationAmeriprise 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.