Investment Risk Analyst

Job Description

Columbia Threadneedle Investments, the global asset management division of Ameriprise Financial, is seeking an Investment Risk Analyst to be based in Minneapolis, MN or Boston, MA. This role assists senior risk managers to measure, monitor, analyze, and manage investment risk across Columbia Threadneedle's collection of funds and provides the opportunity to develop and improve your technical skills.

• Engage with senior risk managers and the investment teams to understand their investment processes and the underlying investment risks.
• Review risk reports, communicate findings, raise observations to senior risk managers and business leaders, and research targeted risk issues as advised.
• Research and investigate ad‑hoc risk issues as necessary, interacting with the investment team as needed.
• Assist senior team members to analyze portfolio holdings and risk measures, thereby measuring, monitoring, and managing investment risk; assist in communicating risk analysis to fund managers.
• Run processes for gathering fund risk data and generating risk reports for portfolios.
• Maintain and improve risk data reporting solutions and create visualizations/reports to support the investment risk process.
• Monitor the integrity and accuracy of data in the system, and work with Technology and Operations to resolve system and portfolio data issues as necessary.

• Degree in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, or another relevant area of study; critical thinking and analysis skills are essential.
• Programming/coding experience with Python (or similar) and Snowflake/SQL.
• Knowledge of financial market instruments, including options and derivatives.
• Professional and/or educational experience in risk management, investments, and/or finance, with a demonstrated passion for markets.
• Excellent analytical capabilities and ability to understand quantitative models.
• Good general understanding of investment management and financial risk management.
• Capability to take initiative on broader IRM goals to improve departmental capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, meet goals, and deliver high‑quality, accurate work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to maintain good relationships with business partners.

• Advanced degree in a quantitative field (economics, mathematics, physical sciences, finance, or statistics) is preferred.
• Master of Financial Mathematics is preferred.
• Professional designations such as CFA, FRM, or PRM are relevant but not required.
• 2+ years of experience in risk management, investment management, or capital markets is preferred.
• Experience and familiarity with Blackrock Aladdin or other risk systems and Tableau are relevant but not required.

The estimated base salary for this role is $87,400–$120,200 per year. Compensation may include variable pay such as bonus, commissions, and/or long‑term incentives depending on role performance. The company provides a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports health and well‑being, including vacation time, sick time, 401(k), and health, dental, and life insurance coverage.

Applicants must have 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).

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, please discuss this with your recruiter.