Management of an assigned group of distribution relationships
Serve as liaison between the company, advisor, TPA or affiliates to ensure client satisfaction and retention
Provide proactive communication to internal & external clients, day-to-day account support, and issue escalation/resolution
Serve as primary point of contact addressing requests from basic to complex from advisors and TPAs
Provide high level of customer service, build relationships to ensure retention and facilitate organic growth
Facilitate regular calls with distribution partners to discuss outstanding items and company initiatives
Take ownership, apply critical thinking and problem-solving to resolve client issues and mobilize internal teams
Coordinate efforts with Sales to ensure coverage and regular contact with distribution partners
Act as liaison between Service, Sales, New Business Implementation to facilitate smooth onboarding of new clients
Review client data periodically for accuracy and ensure PII confidentiality and security
Identify outdated or ineffective procedures and suggest improvements
Resolve escalations efficiently in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Assist other areas when volume is high or staffing is low and participate in unit meetings and training
Conduct oneself professionally and partner with upper Management; perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
5-7 years of client relationship management experience required, preferably in the retirement industry
Bachelors’ degree is preferred but not required
QPA, QKA preferred but not required
Knowledge of 401k plans and/or 403b, 457 plans, as well as a basic understanding of the full suite of PCS Retirement products and service
An understanding of financial industry operations, mutual fund classification, trading and general banking practices
Experienced in coordinating and running client meetings in person and virtually
High level of accountability and ownership of assigned relationships
Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize workflow and ensure duties and projects are completed by deadlines
Reasoning and problem-solving skills to research and resolve general problems
Technical proficiency and highly adaptive to learning and working in multiple systems
Proficiency in using required software applications, including Microsoft Office applications (specifically, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook - Access is beneficial)
Communication skills and professional demeanor to interact with all levels of management, other associates and counterparts at other firms
Work independently and in a team environment as well as support broader initiatives with guidance from a Supervisor
Work well under stress created by time deadlines, workflow volume changes and telephone/associate inquiries
Learn and understand the various legal documents required by various companies in order to process client requests
Learn and apply new information, skills, and processes quickly including the various regulations, back office systems and plan document materials
Read and interpret financial statements, perform accurate data entry, 10 keys by touch, and type at least 30 words per minute
Uninterrupted virtual work space and family care in place during business hours for remote positions
Internet work speed requirement of 50 MBps or better for individual use
Benefits
401(k) match
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Short and long term disability
Paid-time off
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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