Operations Manager

Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC • Minneapolis, MN

10d • $98,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Operations Manager role supports strategic execution for internal Program and Field Implementation (PFI) initiatives, driving clarity, alignment, and disciplined delivery across the organization. The role is responsible for enabling leadership communications, supporting employee engagement efforts, and ensuring consistent execution of initiatives through structured project management and governance. This position partners closely with the Sr. Operations Manager and key leaders to translate strategic priorities into actionable plans, deliver high-quality communication and reporting materials, and improve operational effectiveness through consistent execution and standardized processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, or related field; or equivalent work experience
• 4-6+ years of relevant experience required
• Experience supporting executive-level communications and developing presentation materials
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and support cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced environment
• Strong project management, organizational, and execution skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear messaging
• Ability to collaborate across teams and influence without direct authority

Nice To Haves

• Background in employee engagement, organizational effectiveness or change management
• Familiarity with collaboration and content management tools (e.g., SharePoint, Teams, intranet platforms)
• Certification or training in project management or communications

Responsibilities

• Support execution of PFI business unit priorities, including development of leadership presentations, reporting materials, and executive-ready content
• Translate complex strategic priorities into clear, concise communications that drive alignment across stakeholders
• Prepare and deliver recurring materials (e.g., ESAT communications, leadership reporting, presentations) with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness
• Maintain standardized templates and messaging frameworks to improve communication consistency and reduce rework
• Ensure alignment of messaging across initiatives, leadership updates, and organizational communications
• Execute employee engagement programs and support initiatives to improve ESAT outcomes through structured action planning
• Track engagement and operational metrics, translating insights into leadership actions and improvements
• Reinforce communication and reporting standards to improve clarity, efficiency, and organizational alignment
• Ensure on-time delivery of materials and initiative outputs through disciplined execution practices
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and governance maturity
• Lead end-to-end project management for internal PFI initiatives, ensuring clear plans, milestones, and on-time delivery
• Maintain governance discipline across initiatives, including status reporting, risk/issue management, and decision tracking
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders to align on scope, timelines, and deliverables
• Drive accountability and proactively mitigate risks to ensure consistent execution outcomes
• Develop structured reporting and dashboards to provide visibility into initiative progress and dependencies

Benefits

• vacation time
• sick time
• 401(k)
• health, dental and life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level