About Our Company

We’re a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. Our team of 22,000 people across 19 countries, serves 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 RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.

Job Description

Assist attorneys with Ameriprise Bank, FSB matters. Manage contractual agreements with affiliates, advertising reviews and client-facing product agreements. Research laws, draft correspondence, and respond to various internal and external requests. Collaborate across the General Counsel's Office (GCO) and business to perform various tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage review of marketing materials.
• Draft disclosures and client-facing product agreements.
• Draft contractual agreements with Ameriprise Bank, FSB affiliates.
• Research various federal and state law questions.
• Work on special projects and initiatives as requested.

Required Qualifications

• Associates Degree or equivalent (2 years)
• 3-5 years relevant experience
• Paralegal Certificate from ABA approved program or equivalent education/experience
• Solid drafting and research skills.  
• Solid analytical skills. 
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Exhibits good working knowledge of products and services and business lines related to area of responsibility. 
• Demonstrates increasing depth of knowledge of regulatory framework area of specialty and/or increasing breadth of knowledge in areas within and related to area of specialty. 
• Has primary business partner responsibility for particular individuals or issues (more routine in nature). 
• Makes decisions quickly and appropriately using extensive expertise.
• Advanced subject matter expertise in business area being supported. 
• Ability to learn and utilize new tools and technologies.

 
Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with contract management
• Familiarity with federal banking and consumer protection laws
• Knowledge of Office of the Comptroller regulations and enforcement
• Banking product experience
• Fiduciary services experience

 

In-Office Collaboration

We 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.

 

Visa Sponsorship

Applicants 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).

Base Pay Salary

The estimated base salary for this role is $73,500 - $129,100/ 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 insurances.Full timeExemptLegal AffairsGCO General Counsel's Organization

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.