About Columbia Threadneedle Investments
Working at Columbia Threadneedle Investments you'll find growth and career opportunities across all of our businesses.
We're intentionally built to help you succeed. Our reach is expansive with a global team of 2,300 people working together. Our capability is diverse with more than 550 investment professionals sharing global perspectives across all major asset classes and markets. Our clients have access to a broad array of investment strategies, and we have the capability to create bespoke solutions matched to clients' specific requirements. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our enterprise businesses — Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities.
Job Description
Where you’ll fit in & what our team goals are…You will provide advanced operational execution, validation, controls support, reporting, systems support, readiness activities, and functional capability ownership across Compensation Operations processes.
You may serve as a functional capability owner responsible for maintaining documentation, training materials, execution standards, and subject matter expertise within designated Compensation Operations capability areas. You will also independently manage recurring operational processes while supporting execution quality, operational readiness, and continuous improvement.
How you'll spend your time...
Compensation Operations Execution & Administration
Support compensation administration activities through execution of recurring Compensation Operations processes, issue resolution, stakeholder coordination, and
operational support. Independently manage assigned operational work while ensuring quality, accuracy, adherence to established procedures, and timely execution across
compensation programs and operational activities.
Validation, Audits & Reconciliations
Perform validation, reconciliation, audit, and control activities to support operational accuracy and data integrity. Investigate discrepancies, compare expected versus
actual results, identify root causes, and maintain supporting documentation to support audit readiness and operational compliance.
Reporting & Analytics
Produce, analyse, and maintain operational reports, metrics, dashboards, and analytical outputs supporting compensation operations. Identify trends, provide
operational insights, and support business decision-making through accurate reporting and analysis.
Documentation & Governance
Maintain standard operating procedures, documentation, evidence records, and governance artifacts supporting Compensation Operations activities. Reinforce process
consistency, documentation discipline, and operational control requirements while supporting audit readiness and sustainable execution practices.
Year-End Readiness & Testing Support
Support testing, validation, readiness reviews, issue resolution, and execution activities associated with annual compensation cycles and Year-End compensation
programs. Assist with follow-up actions, readiness checkpoints, and operational support necessary for successful execution.
Training, Cross-Training & Continuous Improvement
Support capability development through on-boarding, knowledge transfer, process improvement, and cross-training activities. May serve as a functional capability owner
responsible for maintaining documentation, supporting training, preserving execution standards, and strengthening organizational continuity within assigned capability area.
To be successful in this role you will have...
Extensive experience within Compensation Operations, HR Operations, Payroll, HR Systems, or a similar role.
Workday experience
Compensation systems experience
UAT/testing experience
Audit and SOX support
BI, dashboard, or reporting experience
Workflow optimization experience
Year-End compensation-cycle experience
Strong analytical and validation skills
Advanced Excel capabilities
Experience managing multiple priorities
Strong documentation and organizational skills
Experience supporting audits, reconciliations, or controls
Ability to manage assigned capability areas, including documentation, training support, and knowledge transfer
Ability to independently manage recurring operational processes while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines
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.
Full-Time/Part-Time
Worker Sub Type
Job Family Group
Columbia Threadneedle is a people business, and we recognise that our success is due to our talented people, who bring diversity of thought, complementary skills and capabilities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and performance-based culture where everyone can belong, grow, contribute and realise their potential.
We appreciate that work-life balance is an important factor for many when considering their next move so please discuss any flexible working requirements directly with your recruiter.
Columbia Threadneedle Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to racial or ethnic background, religion or belief, sex or gender, nationality, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, pregnancy or maternity 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 aid your participation in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.
Skills Required
- Extensive experience within Compensation Operations, HR Operations, Payroll, HR Systems, or a similar role.
- Workday experience
- Compensation systems experience
- UAT/testing experience
- Audit and SOX support experience
- BI, dashboard, or reporting experience
- Workflow optimization experience
- Year-End compensation-cycle experience
- Strong analytical and validation skills
- Advanced Excel capabilities
- Experience managing multiple priorities
- Strong documentation and organizational skills
- Experience supporting audits, reconciliations, or controls
- Ability to manage assigned capability areas, including documentation, training support, and knowledge transfer
- Ability to independently manage recurring operational processes while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines
Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC and has not been reviewed or approved by Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC.
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests a 401(k) with company contributions and financial well‑being programs strengthens long‑term savings. Employee stock purchase access and planning subsidies further support retirement readiness.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Feedback suggests annual and long‑term performance incentives, alongside variable or commission components in advisor roles, can create meaningful upside for certain positions. Licensing support and bonus opportunities reinforce a performance‑linked pay mix.
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Flexible Benefits — Feedback suggests flexible work options, the ability to purchase extra vacation, and paid volunteer time provide adaptable benefits for different life needs. On‑site clinic and fitness resources at headquarters and wellbeing programs add convenient lifestyle support.
Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC Insights
What We Do
Ameriprise Financial has helped millions of clients feel confident about their financial futures for more than 125 years. Our network of approximately 10,000 financial advisors* delivers personalized financial advice to help clients reach their goals. We believe that with the right advisor, the right advice, and the right firm, life can be brilliant. Ameriprise has corporate locations throughout the U.S. and across the globe, and advisor offices in all 50 states. Learn how you can build your career at Ameriprise Financial. *Ameriprise Financial Q2 2020 Statistical Supplement All content on this page is provided for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for investment decisions. Ameriprise Financial cannot guarantee future financial results. Investment products are not federally or FDIC insured, are not deposits or obligations of, or guaranteed by, any financial institution, and involve investment risks including possible loss of the entire amount invested. By clicking on a hyperlink, you may be directed to a non-Ameriprise website. Be aware that the linked site will be subject to rules, regulation, and privacy and security provisions that are separate, and may differ, from Ameriprise Financial. Investment advisory products and services are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC., a registered investment adviser.
