Counsel -- Asset Management

The attorney in this position will play a key role in providing legal support and thought leadership to Columbia Threadneedle Investments' Asset Management business. The attorney will be part of a team of attorneys and paralegals focused primarily on supporting Columbia Threadneedle Investments' management of the approximately 180 mutual funds, ETFs and closed-end funds in the Columbia Funds Complex, as well as Columbia Threadneedle's Collective Investment Trust (CIT) Funds.
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Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the management of day-to-day legal affairs for Columbia Threadneedle Investments
• Preparing and reviewing materials for, and attending, meetings of the Columbia Funds' Boards of Trustees/Directors and the Board of the Columbia Collective Investment Trust (CIT) Funds
• Support the preparation of fund prospectuses and statements of additional information for the Columbia Funds, including drafting new disclosures and working with outside counsel on registration statement matters
• Support the preparation of offering documents of the Columbia Threadneedle CIT Funds
• Assist in the support of the compliance department and business areas on the various rules and regulations applicable to the Columbia Funds and CIT Funds
• Assist in advising fund administration and accounting on matters relating to the Columbia Funds, including review of shareholder reports and other SEC filings for such funds
• Assist in providing legal advice to the distributor and transfer agent of the Columbia Funds
• Assist in the drafting and negotiating agreements for Columbia Threadneedle Investments and the Columbia Funds and CIT Funds
• Cultivating and promoting relationships with key business partners and fostering and promoting a culture of compliance
• Monitoring global and regulatory developments in consideration of potential impacts on Columbia Threadneedle Investments, the Columbia Funds Complex, and Columbia CIT Funds

Required Qualifications

• J.D.
• 1-3 years' relevant experience.
• Proficiency in computer-based legal research and document preparation, such as Westlaw, Lexis, and Microsoft office applications.
• Demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness, and thoughtfulness in legal analysis and recommendations delivered both verbally and in writing.
• Strong relationship skills with ability to deliver tough messages to both senior managers and employees at all levels in line of business.
• Ability to drive results with minimum supervision and handle day-to-day inquiries independently with judgment as to when to escalate more complex matters.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across the GCO and enterprise, while working respectfully with colleagues and driving results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and understanding of the Investment Company Act of 1940 and the Investment Advisers Act of 1940
• Previous experience supporting mutual funds, ETFs, closed-end funds, or collective investment trusts.
• Admitted to practice law in the state of, Massachusetts, Minnesota or New York or eligible for admission as in-house counsel.
• 1-2 years of experience as a practicing attorney (particularly in financial services) is preferable.
• Professional demeanor, with strong relationship skills and ability to deliver tough messages to business partners.
• Ability to work proactively and independently to multi-task and demonstrate a strong sense of urgency.
• Exceptional communications, writing and problem-solving skills.

About Our Company
We're a diversified financial services leader with more than $1 trillion in assets under management and administration. Our team of 20,000 people in more than 20 countries advise, manage and protect the assets and income of more than 2 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a long-standing 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 Services, 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.
Base Pay Salary
New York Residents Only: The estimated base salary for this role is $103,700 - $179,100 / year. Base salaries are determined in part 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 support all aspects of your health and well-being.
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.
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