Job Description

Oversee the employee business resource network activities. Support the advancement and execution of the corporate diversity and inclusion (D&I) strategy. Partner with key stakeholders to engage internal and external partners, community outreach opportunities and internal communications.

About Our Company

At Ameriprise Financial, we're not just in the business of helping clients with their financial goals - we also help our advisors and employees reach their true potential by embracing an inclusive and collaborative culture. We celebrate the unique qualities and reward the contributions of our talented, passionate employees. If you're motivated and want to work for a strong, ethical company that cares about you and your community, take the next step with Ameriprise Financial.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in managing relationships with external community partners.
• Demonstrated skills and experience with leading projects from design through implementation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Diversity Center of Excellence support and execution of the business resource networks, including monitoring adherence to guidelines and leading monthly BRN meetings, network orientations & training. Provide guidance and consultation to launch new networks and to establish network plans and goals for existing networks that tie to enterprise objectives.
• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) and internal partners to develop Diversity Center of Excellence events to help drive greater employee engagement and awareness of Diversity at Ameriprise. Lead the planning, development, and execution of the Executive Leadership Team Diversity Speaker series, Global Inclusion Week, monthly diversity recognition month plans and other events to develop an inclusive culture.
• Partner with corporate communications and with other relevant functions across the enterprise (i.e. HR, Business Units) to engage all employees throughout the organization with clear and motivating D&I messages. Develop the annual Diversity Center of Excellence Communication plan and quarterly newsletter in partnership with corporate communications and the extended D&I team.
• Help manage corporate sponsorships to drive greater engagement and awareness of Ameriprise with external audiences. Maintain external relationships with prioritized local and national organizations in support of the sponsorship plan. Lead the development and execution of external surveys (i.e., Military Friendly, Disability Equality Index). Leverage external partnerships to develop D&I best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong PowerPoint skills.
• Ability to effectively develop and deliver presentations for a wide variety of audiences.
• Proven interpersonal skills, including the ability to build strong working relationships across the enterprise.
• Experience and familiarity with diversity and inclusion efforts, Affirmative Action, and the EEOC.
• Proven ability to influence when necessary to accomplish tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Previous Human Resources experience and strong interest in Diversity and Inclusion