Senior Administrative Assistant

Senior Administrative Assistant - River Source

• Independently manage leaders' calendar and meeting prioritization. Schedule meetings and/or conferences by interacting with internal and external business partners to coordinate calendars, accommodations, meeting materials and supplies.
• Read and respond to emails and requests on behalf of the leader; ensure leader is informed of pending requests or requests where follow-up is required.
• Provide back‑up assistance to Executive Assistant when they are out of the office or need overflow support.
• Prepare expense reports, invoices, presentations, internal and external communications, travel arrangements, and other reports as needed.
• Coordinate and administer department programs (recognition, supply management, etc.), Town Halls, off‑sites, and special events or conferences. May provide leadership to peers including coaching and mentoring.
• Respond to ad hoc requests including copying and provide project and program support representing the team (researching issues or questions about policies or practices, coordinate a conference, etc.).
• Perform administrative and project management support for VP and other leaders and team, including responding to requests and exercising judgment in prioritization of work on behalf of the team.
• Educate department on technology updates (conferencing capabilities, upgrades, etc.).
• Collaborate with River Source administrative team to complete projects efficiently.
• Provide new hire training and/or mentoring to administrative staff within department or business unit.

• Associate (2‑year) degree or equivalent.
• 3‑5 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency with computer programs (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and administrative programs (Outlook, Ariba Buyer, XMS, Concur, etc.).
• Ability to multi‑task, quickly change direction and independently prioritize work to support multiple people.
• Ability to anticipate needs and use independent judgement given limited availability of leader.
• Ability to exercise discretion due to accessing and handling confidential and sensitive information.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience working with Adobe Pro.
• Project management experience and creating PowerPoint presentations.

We’re a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of 2024. With our team of more than 20,000 people in 20 countries, we advise, manage and protect assets and income of 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 River Source Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.

The estimated hourly rate for this role is $26.15 - $35.96 / hour. 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.

Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender identity, disability, veteran status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.