Director of Customer Support
About The Position
The Director of Level II Support would be a global, cross functional practice leader with responsibilities across all products, all geographies and all client segments. The goal of this role is to optimize the client service experience across Morningstar by ensuring timely resolution of issues and constant improvement. In close coordination with Data, Product, Research and Technology, this Client Service leader will be charged with building out Morningstar’s Level II program, establishing best practices, defining roles and responsibilities, developing team wide KPI’s for the Level II teams, and be responsible for service levels across these teams. This leader will also be responsible for establishing the feedback mechanisms between Level I and II, and be responsible for continuous process improvement for both Level I and Level II teams. E.g. if there are too many of a certain type of case being submitted to Level II, and it’s because of lack of training being done for Level I, this leader would work with the Client Service managers to make sure improvements are realized. Level II personnel will remain in their respective teams and maintain direct reporting lines to Data, Product, Research and Technology, however, the Level II managers/ team leads, will have functional reporting into this Client Service leader. This position is based in our Chicago office and requires four days per week in the office.
Requirements
- At least 7 to 10 years of experience in a client service or product management.
- Excellent writing, communication, problem solving, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent computer skills.
- A bachelor’s degree is required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous management experience preferred.
- Familiarity with Morningstar products and data is preferred.
- Knowledge of the investment industry is a plus.
- MBA is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Establish monitoring across all Level II teams globally to ensure cycle time requirements are met and work on improvements when levels are not met.
- Work with existing Level II teams to ensure success and implement best practices.
- Work closely with all product areas to understand current state of Level II and work towards developing Level II groups where needed.
- Foster a sense of community among Level II groups and dedication to groups mission.
- Work closely with all Level I group leaders to ensure constant improvement to reduce number of tickets submitted and quality of submission.
- Establish knowledge base supported by all Level II analysts to help reduce ticket submission.
Benefits
- 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
- Stock Ownership Potential
- Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
- Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
- Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
- Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
- Trust-Based Time Off
- 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
- 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
- Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
- Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Charitable Matching Gifts program
- Dollars for Doers volunteer program
- Paid volunteering days
- 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
