Client Account Administrator

FLP delivers sophisticated planning, investment management, research, wealth management, and family office services to a range of individuals and families, institutional investors, and single and multi-family offices. We bring a broad range of products and solutions, tailoring our advice to meet clients' needs. The Client Account Administrator performs a variety of administrative and client service tasks to facilitate a positive and productive relationship between clients and their financial service team. The Client Account Administrator is an expert communicator and collaborator. This role can be based in the following Massachusetts locations: Lynnfield or Needham Essential Functions: Understands the client's financial objectives and how FLP fits into their overall investment strategy Liaises between internal and external teams to support client and family needs during key life planning inflection points Provides white-glove service to clients by leading with compassion and empathy during major life events Serves as a project manager to coordinate service across investment teams, planning teams, and custodians Directs strong client relationships by proactively anticipating needs, escalating urgent issues appropriately, and coordinating with internal partners to complete work accurately and on time. Becoming comfortable and proficient in using our different applications (Outlook, Salesforce, Orion, and custodial platforms Schwab and Fidelity) to obtain account information and complete/coordinate all aspects of client service and account maintenance requests Opens and closes client accounts; ensures related paperwork is completed correctly and timely Manage and execute client cash flows, asset transfers, and account maintenance Completes complex forms, leverages DocuSign to collect signatures, and utilizes custodian-specific tools to upload appropriate forms to custodian Accurately moves funds between accounts, maintains clear documentation Responds promptly to clients' needs, requests, and miscellaneous inquiries; completes client requests Regularly communicates and coordinates with the client's team (legal professionals, tax professionals, etc.) Leverages other custodian specific tools to manage client accounts Coordinates satisfaction of annual RMD for affected clients Participates in upkeep & implementation of Salesforce Prepares for client meetings, completes ad hoc client reporting Provide coverage and additional support to general administrative tasks and marketing efforts (scanning, lobby/phone coverage, preparing print materials, managing outbound mailings) Integrates and onboards new processes where the department is a stakeholder Essential Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Completion of a bachelor's degree in business, finance, or another related field; or equivalent years of work experience One or more years of related experience preferred Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.) and other software used to conduct business operations (Salesforce, Docusign, etc.) Maintain a positive, solutions focused attitude Be intellectually curious, respectful, and kind throughout all dimensions of the workplace Ability to use good judgement and always keep client information confidential Deliver consistent excellent customer service to internal and external customers, colleagues and management Communication Skills Uses appropriate communication tools Effectively expresses ideas & concerns Communicates effectively with prospects, clients, and colleagues Maintains effective working relationships Contributes to building positive environment F.L.Putnam is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive environment in service to one another and our clients. We do all of this with kindness, empathy, and respect for one another. #J-18808-Ljbffr FL Putnam Investment Management