Client Service Manager, Relationship Management, Retirement Plan Services

Client Service Manager Opportunity

At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us "challenge the status quo" and transform the finance industry together.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States now and the future without employer sponsorship. We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate to work on site 4 days per week in one of the specified locations.

The Client Service Manager role is responsible for leading day-to-day client service delivery in support of plan administration and client needs. This role includes daily oversight of all aspects of qualified and non-qualified retirement plan recordkeeping and administration that may include resolution of client issues, coordination of internal groups for issue resolution, client presentations and sales support.

As the lead interface between plan sponsor and Schwab, the Client Service Manager will be accountable for client satisfaction, delivering support to clients by broadening Schwab's relationships with plan sponsors and plan participants. You will understand and adhere to Schwab policies and practices and be responsible for the mitigation of operational and financial risk to Schwab.

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Lead approximately 40 client relationships with some of our smaller plans.
• Understand your plans to ensure administration is completed in accordance with plan provisions.
• Collaborating with business partners to delegate and lead client issues to successful resolution is key in your position.
• Approaching every client interaction holistically by being aware of all issues and events related to the client and collaborating with peers to create a precise client experience.
• Ensure client satisfaction, improve client promoter scores, and actively communicate plan administration activities with your internal teams.
• Support Sales efforts, as needed.
• Work reciprocally within the organization, sharing standard methodologies, and aid in the continuous improvement of the services provided by Schwab.
• Execute client and regulatory changes.
• Effectively and authentically communicate Schwab's value to clients.
• Apply specialized knowledge within all aspects of qualified and non-qualified retirement plan recordkeeping and understand the broader impact on the company.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with clients and partnerships with internal associates as well as key contacts within the industry.

What You Have

To ensure that we fulfill our promise of "challenging the status quo," this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working with employer sponsored Retirement Plans.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Validated understanding of ERISA, industry rules and regulations, and non-qualified plan design.
• Ability to develop and implement client strategies, retirement plan design, compliance, IRS reporting, as well as a proven understanding of mutual funds and other investments.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight by your manager.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, problem seek, and influence and build consensus among team members, leadership, and clients through presentations.
• Ability to identify client issues that pose a risk to the firm, handle them appropriately and recommend solutions to address future issues effectively ensures your growth as a Client Service Manager.
• Ability to effectively run plans with varying levels of complexity.
• Time management skills and ability to handle multiple assignments at a given time.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, take initiative and demonstrate a high degree of personal integrity, resilience, honesty and respect for others
• Inspire and support those around you to challenge the status quo; effect small and large changes to continue to elevate the team's effectiveness and level of service provided to our clients
• Meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate effectively in teams and influence outcomes
• Demonstrate confidence, accountability, and teamwork with each interaction
• Flexibility for limited travel for client visits and sales presentation

Preferred Qualifications

• ASPPA, CEBS and/or NIPA designation. QPA, CPC or equivalent certification/designations.

In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonuses or incentive opportunities.