Sales and Marketing Leadership Development Program

Columbia-Threadneedle-Investments; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Columbia Threadneedle Investments invites applications for the Sales and Marketing Leadership Development Program. You will rotate across sales, marketing, product, and client relations, contributing to growth and stronger client engagement while delivering investment solutions.

As an in-office/collaborative program, you will gain hands-on experience, mentoring, and exposure to senior leaders over four six-month rotations, starting mid-2027.

Qualifications

• Senior at a 4-year university pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Economics, or related field.
• Graduation date of December 2026 or May/June 2027.
• Commitment to complete the full 24-month Leadership Development Program, starting June 2027.
• Commitment to obtain Series 7 (or SIE and Series 7 top-off exam) and Series 66 (or 63 & 65 combined) within a defined period.

Responsibilities

• Develop marketing collateral that effectively communicates our brand, investment capabilities, and products to financial advisors and institutional investors.
• Support go-to-market marketing campaigns that reach our target audience through digital, event and in-person activations.
• Partner with the product team to conduct competitive marketplace analysis.
• Assist colleagues with data modeling and reporting.
• Provide general multi-channel sales support and follow-up to brokers/producers and wholesalers.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About Our CompanyWorking at Columbia Threadneedle Investments you'll find growth and career opportunities across all of our businesses.We're intentionally built to help you succeed. Our reach is expansive with a Columbia Threadneedle Investments global team of 2,300 people working together. Our capability is diverse with more than 550 investment professionals sharing global perspectives across all major asset classes and markets. Our clients have access to a broad array of investment strategies, and we have the capability to create bespoke solutions matched to clients' specific requirements. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our enterprise businesses — Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities.Job DescriptionPlease note that applications will be assessed on a rolling basis. Due to anticipated interest, the role may close earlier than the stated deadline. We recommend submitting your application promptly. The advertised closing date is October 3, 2026.At Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments, and RiverSource, we're committed to helping early-career professionals learn, grow, and make an impact from day one. Throughout the program, you'll gain hands-on experience, work alongside experienced colleagues, and contribute fresh perspectives to meaningful projects across our business.Guided by our core values of putting clients first, acting with integrity, striving for excellence, and respecting individuals and our communities, you'll develop both professionally and personally. Through mentoring, networking, senior leader engagement, and community initiatives, you'll build valuable skills, expand your network and discover what's possible across a global financial organization.About the RoleAs a participant in the Sales and Marketing Leadership Development Program, you'll gain hands-on experience across multiple business areas through four six-month rotations. Working alongside sales, marketing, product, and client relationship teams, you'll contribute to projects that support business growth, strengthen client engagement, and enhance the delivery of investment solutions.Depending on your rotation, responsibilities may include developing marketing materials, supporting go-to-market campaigns, conducting market and competitor analysis, assisting with data reporting and modelling, and providing sales support. You'll also help maintain client and prospect information, prepare business insights for meetings, support institutional client relationships, and collaborate with colleagues across the organization to deliver a high level of service.Key ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities vary depending on current rotation and assigned projects, this could include:Developing and maintaining marketing collateral that effectively communicates our brand, investment capabilities, and products to financial advisors and institutional investorsSupporting go-to-market marketing campaigns that effectively reach our target audience through digital, event and in-person activationsPartnering with the product team to conduct competitive marketplace analysisAssisting colleagues with data modeling and reportingProviding general multi-channel sales supportSupporting the sales team with prospect and opportunity analysis, and meeting preparationCollaborating with consultant relations and relationship management teams to provide support to our institutional clients and consultant relationshipsWorking with sales and relationship management teams to update prospect and client profiles in the account management systemCreating target client and prospect lists for focus strategies with consultant ratingsProviding continuous inbound marketing support, sales assistance and follow-up to brokers/producers and wholesalers to maintain a high level of service to priority broker/dealersMaintaining management software and inputs to literature ordersRequired QualificationsCurrent Senior at a 4-year university pursing a bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Economics, or related fieldGraduation date of December 2026 or May/June 2027Commitment to complete the full 24-month Leadership Development Program, starting June 2027Commitment to obtain Series 7 (or SIE and Series 7 top-off exam) and Series 66 (or 63 & 65 combined) within a defined periodPreferred QualificationsHigh degree of self-motivation with strong integrity and ethicsProven organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple prioritiesExcellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and presentation skillsAbility to work and communicate collaboratively with all levels of the organization including team members, managers, and senior leadersProficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPointVisa 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).In-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.Base Pay SalaryThe estimated base salary for this role is $80,000 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 insurance.Full-Time/Part-TimeFull timeExempt/Non-ExemptExemptJob Family GroupHuman CapitalLine of BusinessAMINV US Asset ManagementColumbia Threadneedle is a people business, and we recognise that our success is due to our talented people, who bring diversity of thought, complementary skills and capabilities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and performance-based culture where everyone can belong, grow, contribute and realise their potential.Columbia Threadneedle 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.