Associate Business Manager

COMPANY

Allspring Global Investments is a leading independent asset management firm that offers a broad range of investment products and solutions designed to help meet clients' goals. At Allspring, our vision is to inspire a new era of investing that pursues both financial returns and positive outcomes. With decades of trusted experience propelling us forward, we strive to build portfolios aimed at generating successful outcomes for our clients. We do this through the independence of thought that powers our investment strategies and by bringing a renewed approach to look around the corner to unlock what's possible. Allspring is a company committed to thoughtful investing, purposeful planning, and the desire to deliver outcomes that expand above and beyond financial gains. For more information, please visit About Us - Allspring Global Investments.

At Allspring, unique views inspire us. We leverage the diversity of people, ideas, and skills to help our clients pursue their financial goals. We strive to attract and retain a diverse talent pool that enables us to better serve our global client base. Intentionally fostering a diverse and inclusive culture allows us to empower innovation, productivity, and engagement. It's also essential for elevating the experience of our clients as well as the communities in which we operate. Thank you for considering Allspring as you explore the next step in your career journey.

Galliard Capital Management, LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC and specializes in fixed income and stable value management. Located in Minneapolis, we manage investment portfolios for institutional clients, including corporate retirement plans, operating funds, insurance reserves, foundations and endowments, healthcare funds, Taft-Hartley plans and public entities. Our experienced team works closely with our clients to solve their unique investment needs whether through management of separate accounts or commingled products. For more information about us, please visit About Us - Galliard.

POSITION

The Associate Business Manager role is a dual role that will provide office and Executive Leadership support as well as assist the Marketing and RFP teams. This role will work with a variety of people and will have wide range of tasks.

Due to the wide range of tasks, this role requires a person who is flexible and able to multi-task yet keeps an eye out for items that may need to be raised up to leadership. This role is ideal for someone who is a self-starter, looking to take on new challenges and is interested in the opportunity to grow.

This is an office-based role that will be required to be in the office 4-days a week (ability to work 5-days when needed).

Location: Minneapolis

RESPONSIBILITIES

Executive Assistant Responsibilities

• Support the office needs of the Galliard and Allspring Minneapolis team such as greeting guests, order office supplies, distribute mail, answer and direct phone calls, etc.
• Proactively identify and problem solve office "issues" in an independent manner
• Submit and monitor invoices and expenses
• Create and edit presentations for Executive Leaders for meetings
• Manage executive leader travel bookings and expenses

Marketing and RFP support

• Print and bind marketing materials
• Create templated pitch books for client and prospective client meetings
• Complete reoccurring quarterly questionnaires
• Facilitate responses to questionnaires

CANDIDATE

We are seeking someone that thrives on a high pressure, changing environment. A successful candidate should like an environment that is high-paced and has a wide variety of tasks. The candidate should be a self-starter, highly motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years supporting a C-level executive or experience as an Office Manager
• Proficient in MS Office and computer skills including PowerPoint and Excel
• Experience creating materials in PowerPoint
• Extremely organized and ability to prioritize tasks
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills
• Works well under pressure in a deadline driven environment and able to multi-task
• Reliable, professional attitude and willingness to carry out responsibilities in a corporate work setting
• Proactive and can identify and raise up issues

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience or interest in investment management
• BS/BA degree
• Adobe Illustrator skills
• Excellent written communication skills.
• A willingness to learn new skills and desire to grow

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We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.