Investment Department Coordinator

Columbia Threadneedle Investments, Us • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

The Investment Department Coordinator at Columbia Threadneedle Investments plays a crucial role in supporting the investment team by managing day-to-day business operations and project activities. This position is ideal for a quick learner eager to understand the investment business while coordinating various administrative tasks, including scheduling, travel arrangements, and meeting preparations.

Requirements

• Associate's degree; or 1-3 years of equivalent administrative and/or project management experience.
• Strong knowledge and application with Microsoft suite programs (MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Demonstrated experience coordinating complicated travel, including international.
• Excellent organization skills, attention to detail and success in working across multiple teams, offices, and time zones.
• Ability to anticipate business needs, utilize independent judgment and have a demonstrated aptitude of discretion while accessing and handling sensitive information.
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to interact with multiple teams and individuals at various professional levels and locations.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience being efficient and skillful while working in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent years of experience.
• Project management/coordination experience.
• Experience with administrative programs: Ariba Buyer, Concur, etc.
• Financial services industry experience is favorable and/or basic level of understanding of the financial markets would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day coordination and support of department and project activities to ensure key tasks and deadlines are met.
• Independently manage leader(s) calendar and meeting prioritization, including scheduling meetings/conferences.
• Plan domestic/international travel, on/offsites and events, coordinate accommodations and resources, track/file expenses, and create and provide initial analysis of reports.
• Preparation of meeting materials, track expenses, and create and provide initial analysis of reports.
• Read and respond to emails and requests on behalf of the leader; ensure leader is informed of pending requests or requests where follow up is required.
• Respond to ad hoc requests and manage small projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees