Business Development Leadership Development Program Associate at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 May, 26

Salary

64000.0

Posted On

28 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Advisor Outreach, Lead Generation, Sales Processes Improvement, Data Analysis, Performance Reporting, Communication, Collaboration, Microsoft Office Suite

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About Our Company We’re a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. Our team of 22,000 people across 19 countries, serves more than 3.5 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses – Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world. Job Description Please note that applications will be assessed on a rolling basis. Due to anticipated interest, the role may close earlier than the stated deadline. We recommend submitting your application promptly. The advertised closing date is 20 February 2026. Are you ready to launch your career with a FORTUNE 500® company that helps people feel confident about their financial future? The Ameriprise Financial Business Development - Leadership Development Program (LDP) is a 24-month rotational experience designed to help recent graduates build leadership skills, gain hands-on business experience, and explore career paths in financial services. Through three 8-month rotations, you’ll work on real projects that impact the business, connect with senior leaders, and receive mentorship and training to support your growth. At the end of the program, you’ll be well-positioned to apply for a full-time role within Ameriprise’s business development organizations. What Makes This Program Unique: Real Experience: You’ll work on meaningful projects that contribute to the success of the business Professional Growth: You’ll build leadership skills through hands-on learning, mentorship, and formal training Supportive Environment: You’ll be part of a collaborative, inclusive team and have access to leaders who want to see you succeed Career Pathways: Upon completion, you’ll be considered for full-time roles that match your interests and strengths Key Responsibilities Responsibilities may vary based on current rotation and assigned project(s), and typically include: Supporting sales initiatives by assisting with advisor outreach, lead generation, and follow-up activities Collaborating with team members to improve sales processes and enhance the overall advisor experience Conducting basic data analysis to identify sales trends and opportunities for growth Helping troubleshoot advisor issues, ensuring timely and effective resolution Contributing to reporting efforts, tracking performance metrics and preparing summaries for leadership Required Qualifications Current Senior at a 4-year university pursing a bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Economics, or related field Graduation date of December 2025 or May/June 2026 Demonstrated leadership experience Commitment to complete the full 24-month Leadership Development Program Preferred Qualifications Strong self-motivation and a results-driven mindset, with a commitment to ethical sales practices Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple advisor interactions and priorities Clear and confident communication skills—written, verbal, and presentation Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with leadership to support sales goals and advisor needs Comfortable using Microsoft Office Suite to track leads, prepare presentations, and analyze sales data The company does not offer sponsorship for this opportunity. Base Pay Salary Base Salary Range The estimated base salary for this role is $64,000.00. 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-Time/Part-Time Full time Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt Job Family Group Human Capital Line of Business AFG Ameriprise Franchise Group Ameriprise Financial 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. About Our Company We’re a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. Our team of 22,000 people across 19 countries, serves more than 3.5 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses – Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities involve supporting sales initiatives through advisor outreach, lead generation, and follow-up activities, while also collaborating on sales process improvements and conducting basic data analysis to identify trends. The role includes troubleshooting advisor issues and contributing to performance reporting for leadership.