Client Service Associate, Wealth Advisory

Glenmede Trust Co•Washington, DC

11h•$65,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

For more than 65 years, Glenmede’s independent ownership, innovation and unwavering commitment to our clients have made us a trusted partner for private wealth, endowment & foundation, and investment management clients. Our people are invaluable. Through a team-oriented environment, your knowledge, expertise and varied backgrounds contribute to thoughtful innovation. Our culture fosters opportunities for continuous career growth and development in all areas of the organization. Working at Glenmede, you will experience the infrastructure and resources of a large firm combined with the client and employee focus of an independently owned boutique. This position will be fully in-person, 5 days per week in the office (Washington DC). The primary function of the Client Service Associate is to support designated Relationship Managers in day-to-day client contact, relationship management, trust and investment account administration, compliance requirements, and other functions as required to maintain excellent relationships with clients, external professional advisors and internal business partners.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
A minimum of two years of experience in the financial services area, preferably in a fiduciary environment, is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic tools and systems to fulfill daily responsibilities, including document management, investment reporting, and transaction processing. Knowledge of Salesforce.com applications is desirable.
Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to effectively interact with clients by phone and in person.
Proven ability to interact effectively with other professionals on a daily basis.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills/pleasant telephone manner.
Proven competence in organizational and problem-solving skills, ability to work well under pressure, and consistent accuracy and attention to detail.
Self-starter with a great deal of initiative.
Full understanding of client privacy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Support Relationship Managers in the administration of trust, investment and retirement accounts. Duties may include daily transaction processing, securities transfers, cash and check requests, gifts, deposits, routine client information requests and updating client information.
Monitor and review daily reports for accuracy, action items, resolution, and follow-up.
Assist with account opening, asset transfer, account terminations, and special asset management.
Be a power-user of client support technology systems, including the client relationship management system and the system of record for client transactions.
Manage incoming and outgoing client communications, including preparing correspondence and managing document retention.
Act as an initial point of contact for client inquiries and team communications.
Independently handle certain routine to complex client (internal and/or external clients) matters and undertake research or take needed action to resolve (with guidance from senior officers where appropriate).
Serve as direct back-up to other team/office support professionals to provide team-based coverage.
Coordinate client meetings, including scheduling, dining arrangements, travel, security, and other related activities.
Assist in the reception of client guests, and answer office phones as needed.
Communicate with clients in a professional and pleasant manner; maintain confidentiality and discretion in all client and professional interactions; and keep appropriate parties informed.
Prepare client meeting materials; assist with the preparation of presentation materials for meetings in collaboration with relationship teams, and coordinate with investment, tax or other departments to ensure deadlines are met.
Assist in the completion of expense reports and other related requirements for professionals.
Develop a strong knowledge of Wealth Advisory functions, policies, procedures and best practices.
Participate in special projects and identify process improvements.
Carry out other duties and responsibilities as assigned and carry out all responsibilities in compliance with company policies, procedures and practices.