MEP/PEP Client Service Manager

Ascensus•Chicago, IL

6d•$60 - $80

About The Position

Builds and maintains the relationships of qualified defined contribution retirement plans utilizing our Recordkeeping platform. Acts as a point of contact for assigned relationships, resolves team escalations, documents procedures and identifies areas for process improvement. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Provides client assistance and customer service on day to day issues with clients by replying via both oral and written communication Acts in a proactive manner with assigned clients and builds relationships to ensure retention Works with plan sponsors, brokers, registered investment advisors, Trust companies and other third-party vendors, including auditors to reply to requests for specialized reports, communicate fund actions, consult on client inquiries and research/resolve issues Works under pressure in a very fast paced environment Focuses on learning in everyday activities and events Coordinate with and openly exchange knowledge with colleagues Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or tasks that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, tasks and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The national average salary range for this role $60-80k in base pay, exclusive of any bonuses and benefits. This base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salary offered will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, performance, and internal pay alignment. We do not anticipate that candidates hired will begin at the top of the range however, from time to time, it may occur on a case-by-case basis. Other rewards and benefits may include: 401(k) match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid-Time-Off, etc. For more information, please visit careers.ascensus.com/#Benefits. Be aware of employment fraud. All email communications from Ascensus or its hiring managers originate from @ascensus.com or @futureplan.com email addresses. We will never ask you for payment or require you to purchase any equipment. If you are suspicious or unsure about validity of a job posting, we strongly encourage you to apply directly through our website. Ascensus helps millions of people save for a better future. What makes any career at Ascensus so rewarding? Collaborative, idea-sharing environment Professional Development with in-house training and tuition reimbursement Generous reward programs Paid time off Medical, dental & vision benefits Health Savings Account with employer contribution up to $1,100 401(k) & 529 college savings match programs Volunteer and charitable-giving programs Business casual dress

Requirements

At least 3+ years of experience working in a related position in the retirement services sector
Proven relationship management experience
Demonstrated project management skills
Solid MS Office skills to include Excel
Ability to work unsupervised
Diplomatic
Creative Problem Solver
Integrity
Detailed Thinker
Resourceful
Team Player
Sound Judgment
Results Oriented
Personal Credibility
Written and Oral Communication Skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field or industry experience
DST experience

Responsibilities

Provides client assistance and customer service on day to day issues with clients by replying via both oral and written communication
Acts in a proactive manner with assigned clients and builds relationships to ensure retention
Works with plan sponsors, brokers, registered investment advisors, Trust companies and other third-party vendors, including auditors to reply to requests for specialized reports, communicate fund actions, consult on client inquiries and research/resolve issues
Works under pressure in a very fast paced environment
Focuses on learning in everyday activities and events
Coordinate with and openly exchange knowledge with colleagues
Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance