Senior Administrative Assistant – Seligman Investments

About Our Company

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 Columbia Threadneedle Investments 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

The Senior Administrative Assistant position will be a key member of the Seligman Investments New York team. Seligman Investments are part of Columbia Threadneedle Investments.

Reporting directly to the Head of Marketing & Investor Relations for Seligman Investments, this is a unique opportunity to join a growing organization with an entrepreneurial spirit integrated into a highly established and reputable investment firm/platform.

This is a new role due to business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage Calendar/meetings/calls for senior members of the Seligman NYC team (e.g. Head of Marketing & Investor Relations).
• Organize/prioritize incoming requests to ensure calendars are utilized efficiently.
• Plan and execute meetings both internal and external.
• Receive incoming investors for in person in office meetings.
• Travel and Expense Management – arrange travel and process expenses.
• Manage email Distributions for prospective and Existing LP’s across hedge funds.
• Leverage CRM software for meeting notes and pipelines.

Qualifications:

• 3-7 years of executive administrative assistant experience.
• Prior experience working at a Financial Services firm.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office – Outlook/Teams/PowerPoint/Excel/Word).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and schedules.
• Generally proactive, resourceful and solution-oriented mindset.

Preferred:

• Experience gained within a hedge fund, private equity firm, or comparable alternative investment environment.
• Experience using a CRM system.

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).
 

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.

Base Pay Salary

The estimated base salary for this role is $80,000 - $90,000 per 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 timeNon-ExemptBusiness Support & OperationsAMINV US Asset Management

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.

Columbia Threadneedle 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.