Administrative Assistant

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This position is with an Ameriprise Financial Franchise owner.

Job Description Step into an instrumental role. Help conduct the smooth operation of a fast-paced—and friendly—financial planning office. Work as an employee of an independent advisor franchisee with a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial. Assist in daily business operations.

This position is part-time (working Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 2:00 pm in office) and completes tasks previously performed by the advisor, allowing the advisor to focus more time and energy on client acquisition and deepening client relationships. The administrative assistant supports the many different tasks for which the practice is responsible and ties directly to the overall business plan of the practice.

The administrative assistant allows the advisor the assurance he/she needs to know that his/her practice is being maintained and supported within Ameriprise Financial guidelines.

This role provides administrative support by scheduling meetings, preparing presentations, preparing client communications and tracking new business correspondence. This role is responsible for responding to ad hoc requests, coordinating/tracking projects and/or managing business-as-usual projects such as filing, copying, researching printer problems, and/or organizing the logistics of a client seminar or event.

Responsibilities and Position Functions:

Administrative Assistance:

Copy and track all client and practice materials including business correspondence

Copy and follow-up with home office on related issues

Schedule client appointments and prepare agendas/ forms for appointments

Conduct client appointment reminder calls and check-in calls on follow up items

Assist the financial advisors

Perform other allowable duties as assigned by the financial advisor

Client Care:

Greet clients upon arrival and extend hospitality to clients

Set up and maintain client management system

Document client contacts/calls

Track client special events and make appropriate contact per established client contact model

Key Traits for this position:

Strong organizational and computer skills

Direct attention to detail and organization

Effective communication with clients and other advisors/staff

Effective and efficient time management

Polite and clear phone manner

Ability to multi-task Ability to adhere to rules and regulations as stated and required by advisor and Ameriprise Ability to support and provide guidance for compliance within the advisor’s practice

Positive attitude and sincere willingness to constantly learn and grow Education, Other Designations and Requirements:

High school degree or higher

This position is subject to fingerprinting and a background check

Full-Time/Part-Time Part time Ameriprise 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.
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