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"We are seeking a Vice President, Head of Investment Research to provide strategic direction, leadership and oversight for the Advice & Wealth Management (AWM) Investment Research Group (IRG). This includes the creation and evolution of the short and long term vision for the group, with a strong focus on developing a strategy to leverage the intellectual capital of the team to commercialize IRG offerings utilizing the capabilities of the enterprise for the benefit of advisors and clients.In this role you will lead and set research priorities across global macroeconomic, equity, fixed income, and manager research functions, and connect research capabilities across existing firm platforms, tools, and content delivery systems. Additionally, you will establish new research capabilities that enhance IRG model/allocation delivery as well as lead new research efforts that establish IRG expertise in areas such as High Net Worth, Retirement Income, and portfolio construction.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee all global functional areas within the IRG, including the Global Asset Allocation Committee (GAAC), equity & fixed income research, economist, market strategist, retirement income, manager research and due diligence functionsMaintain up to date expertise and knowledge sufficient to supervise the broker-dealer investment research function.Manage a team of global investment professionals who serve as macro/market, research, due diligence, asset allocation, and investments subject matter experts. Represent the core business philosophy and operating environment for managed accounts and capital markets. Includes managing goals, performance and issues to drive collaboration across.Provide broad guidance including cascading key business goals/objectives from executive leadership; building consensus across the Research team; and ensuring alignment throughout Research leadership ranks.Responsible for managing the assigned budget or similar forecast.Tactical leadership responsibilities include S16 review and/or S24 principal sign-off of reports and research recommendations/publications and performance management and other supervisory duties for direct and indirect reports.Work in conjunction with Compliance, Legal, Risk and business unit resources to continually survey the regulatory and legal environment for investment research and managed product research to ensure written supervisory procedures (WSPs) and desk procedures are fully up to date and compliant. Provide guidance and education to IRG team regarding regulatory trends and requirements.Work closely with EVP - WMS on short-range and long-range business planning and direction-setting for all Research functions. This includes driving conversations across the leadership team to drive ideas, demonstrate thought leadership and drive creativity across the team.Required QualificationsMinimum of 15+ years of investment research / investment product experience including extensive knowledge of financial markets and investment products and structuresAbility to lead and set research priorities across macroeconomic, equity, fixed income, and manager research functions.Ability to lead across the enterprise to align strategies and execute in a matrixed organization.Proven ability to develop and execute a strategyProven global people leadership capabilities and experience especially across teams in different geographic locationsExperience managing a P&L, including revenue forecasting and budgeting skillsAbility to demonstrate a blend of technical investment research understanding with an equally placed importance on communication and presentation.Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to summarize complex information clearly for senior technical and non-technical audiencesStrong interpersonal skills, with an ability to navigate complex organizations, build relationships and influence peersStrong understanding of the regulatory landscapeBachelor's degree or equivalent experien e; masters preferred.Active Series 7 & 24 requiredSeries 6, 86 or 87 required however, if you do not have them, you will have the ability to obtain them within a defined period according to Company policy.Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree preferredCFA, CFP, CAIA, CIMASeries 16; Series 86/87The preferred candidate is an experienced, confident executive who is comfortable and effective at all levels of the organization. The ideal candidate possesses the following characteristics:Think strategically, creatively, and drive innovation with a focus on continuous improvement.Results-oriented, accountable, and focused on client needs and creating value for the shareholder.Build and develop top talent as well as effectively manage and lead through change.Ability to build and manage internal and external relationships; establish trust and communicate effectively.Strong people leadership, relationship leadership, results leadership and thought leadership.Proven general management skills with a successful track record of building and maintaining a best-in-class team.Superior executive presence, interpersonal and communications skillsCapable of influencing key stakeholders across the enterprise and having a meaningful impact on the strategic direction of Ameriprise. Known for building and fostering strong relationships with team and business partners and has the ability to influence upward and across a large organization.About Our CompanyWe're a diversified financial services leader with more than $1 trillion in assets under management and administration. Our team of 20,000 people in more than 20 countries advise, manage and protect the assets and income of more than 2 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a long-standing 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 Services, 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.Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender identity, disability, veteran status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.Full-Time/Part-TimeFull timeExempt/Non-ExemptExemptJob Family GroupBusiness Support & OperationsLine of BusinessFPPS Wealth Management Solutions https://www.eeoc.gov/eeo-policy-statement