Job DescriptionThe purpose of this role is to act as the liaison between the business and IT organizations and help lead project teams to provide business critical or complex technical solutions that meet user needs and improve business performance. Facilitates requirement gathering and alignment with business and technology partners, while supporting projects under the direction of the project manager. Accountable for end to end business system analysis tasks from ensuring that clear, concise requirements have been documented to leading project teams through testing, issue resolution, and implementation.ResponsibilitiesUnderstand the business processes and the interdependencies of various systems in use.Facilitate interactive discussions to gather, analyze, translate and document business needs into user requirements and functional specifications that can be used to design and implement solutions to meet the business objectives.Manage the change control and traceability processes for requirements.Collaborate with technical partners to ensure alignment of requirements with system capabilities.Create and implement test plans (schedule, approach) and lead business team through the process of creating testing cases and scripts.Provide overall management of the testing effort including documentation and resolution of defects, production check out and reporting on testing progress.Ensure all quality standards and techniques are followed, including compiling and publishing artifacts and deliverables of the Ameriprise Project Management Methodology as required.Identify and communicate risks, issues and potential solution strategies along with providing status updates to the portfolio/project manager and/or senior leadership.Provides timely and accurate documents and communication to project manager as requested.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent.7+ years of demonstrated experience leading project teams of 25+ individuals.Solid analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills.Expert with requirement and process tools (e.g. Microsoft Excel, Visio, JIRA, Confluence).Attention to detail with the ability to communicate technology related information to business users and understand technology as it relates to the business.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including meeting facilitation.Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships within the department and across business functions.Results-driven and capable of working independently as well as working as part of a cross-organizational team.Ability to handle changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and work within tight time frames and deadlines.Ability to lead, influence, communicate and interact with people of all levels across the organization and external partners as required.Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting applications within Human Resources.Experience working with both on premise and third party SaaS applications.Experience working within a defined development life cycle methodology (e.g. CMMI, Ameriprise Quality Management System (AQMS)) environment.CCBA, CBAP certification.About Our CompanyWith the right company, life can be brilliant. At Ameriprise, we're not just in the business of helping clients with their financial goals - we also help our advisors and employees reach their true potential. Be part of an inclusive, collaborative culture that rewards you for your contributions and work with other talented individuals who share your passion for doing great work. You'll also have plenty of opportunities to make your mark at the office and a difference in your community. So if you're talented, driven and want to work for a strong ethical company that cares, take the next step to create a brilliant career at Ameriprise Financial.We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The EEO is the Law poster is available here.VEVRAA Federal ContractorWe request Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the state.

Job DescriptionAmeriprise Financial seeks a Vice President \u0026 Group Counsel to provide leadership to its diverse team of attorneys and paralegals serving our $120B+ annuities, life and disability insurance business. Responsibilities include legal support for product, marketing, underwriting, claims, reinsurance and service operations; close partnership with finance and risk management, and oversight of certain aspects of subsidiary board governance.Responsibilities* Senior counsel leading a team of attorneys and paralegals in development and marketing of variable and fixed insurance and annuity products, including advising in SEC matters of fund line-up and product registration; and counseling on state insurance law, the Internal Revenue Code and ERISA.* Provide senior level counsel to product, marketing, distribution and service operations. Includes advising wholesale activities of our limited-purpose variable product broker-dealer.* Provide senior level counsel to actuarial, underwriting, claims, reinsurance and risk transfer functions. Coordinates subsidiary corporate governance issues, state regulatory filings, and certain inter-company agreements.Required Qualifications* JD required. * 12+ years of legal experience working as in-house counsel, or in a law firm setting, with a focus on annuities, life and disability insurance legal issues.* Strong business acumen for how annuity and life insurance products are designed and operationalized.* Extensive knowledge and experience working with securities laws, FINRA and state regulations to provide creative solutions on product features, sales, promotions, advertising and suitability of variable and fixed products.* Outstanding client-service focus and technical mastery to convey complex legal principles clearly and concisely in order to develop solutions and facilitate executive decision making.* Strong team leadership skills, able to adjust to multiple demands in a fast-paced environment. Resilient, results-oriented, collaborative and trustworthy. Unquestioned integrity and professionalism.About Our CompanyWith the right company, life can be brilliant. At Ameriprise, we're not just in the business of helping clients with their financial goals - we also help our advisors and employees reach their true potential. Be part of an inclusive, collaborative culture that rewards you for your contributions and work with other talented individuals who share your passion for doing great work. You'll also have plenty of opportunities to make your mark at the office and a difference in your community. So if you're talented, driven and want to work for a strong ethical company that cares, take the next step to create a brilliant career at Ameriprise Financial.We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The EEO is the Law poster is available here.VEVRAA Federal ContractorWe request Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the state.

Job DescriptionThe main objective of this position is to assist the Advisors of the Practice in servicing clients and completing work by trading securities, monitoring various trackers, preparing reports, and inputting data. Pay rate commensurate with experience.ResponsibilitiesCompletes client trades accurately and efficiently. All trades should be completed in a timely manner to satisfy client need. Minimizes trading errors with the goal to be 100% accuracy.Responsible for investment tracking, required minimum distribution (RMD) tracking, and money movements between accounts. Tracks both high and low cash balances for client accounts.Communicates with clients when appropriate to review and gain approval on Advisor's recommendations.Prepares, analyzes, and reviews high cash report with Advisors to determine action items. Creates tasks based on review and provides follow-up.Maintains communication with client during the financial planning process. Answers client inquiries and provides readily available information to clients, if requested and as allowable, as it relates to servicing their accounts.Works with Team Members to create timely and compliant SPS Deliverables.Performs the calculation of required minimum distributions (RMD), facilitates distribution on behalf of the client(s) and provides thorough documentation of work performed.Ability to understand product solution strategies for the Team Members to suitably address clients' needs primarily as they relate to cash flow, money distribution and investment allocation.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Candidate must either currently have or be willing to obtain the following licensing:Securities Licenses - Series 7 and Series 66Insurance Licenses - State Life and HealthIntermediate to advanced knowledge in MS Office and Outlook is required.Organizational skills, ability to prioritize a diverse workload and multi-tasking, and taking initiative in daily responsibilities.Strong work ethic, team player, and high degree of professionalism.Strong attention to detail and analytical skills are critical.Ability to adhere to rules and regulations as stated and required by Advisor and Ameriprise Financial.Ability to support compliance within the Advisor's practicePrepares and ensures new business paperwork processes successfully. Coordinates with Home Office to resolve issues that may arise.Supports compliance within the practice and fulfills all compliance responsibilities. Develops an understanding and adheres to all compliance regulations throughout the course of employment.Accepts and performs other duties as assigned.Resume Submission: Submit resume with cover letter, references, and salary requirements.The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified candidates.About Our CompanyWith the right company, life can be brilliant. At Ameriprise, we're not just in the business of helping clients with their financial goals - we also help our advisors and employees reach their true potential. Be part of an inclusive, collaborative culture that rewards you for your contributions and work with other talented individuals who share your passion for doing great work. You'll also have plenty of opportunities to make your mark at the office and a difference in your community. So if you're talented, driven and want to work for a strong ethical company that cares, take the next step to create a brilliant career at Ameriprise Financial.We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The EEO is the Law poster is available here.VEVRAA Federal ContractorWe request Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the state.