Client Team Manager responsible for managing a team providing Defined Benefit administration services. Leading client relationships and supporting associates' development in a high-stakes environment.
Responsibilities
Serve as primary point of contact for clients for Defined Benefit administration
Prepare and participate in regular client service reviews and/or business planning meetings
Lead associates on your team in the capacity of workload, quality, and timeliness
Provide timely feedback on performance in order for associates to lead their daily tasks/deliverables, progress on their development and address any outstanding performance issues
Develop effective performance measures and work with the associates on goals and initiatives that will improve both the organization and the associates’ career development
Prepare annual performance and bonus reviews for associates
Act as a technical resource and Defined Benefit professional for your associates, and lead by example for work ethic, professional conduct and nurture an atmosphere of continuous improvement
Work closely with senior management to meet business objectives and priorities
Serve as a leader and run projects and/or initiatives for business unit
Work with our most sophisticated client base which includes: plan complexity, higher numbers of plans, participants, transaction volume, and special projects
Provide fee estimate quotes on special projects requested by the client and lead those projects according to budget and timelines
Identify and communicate successful and efficient practices used for own client(s) that may be brought to bear across other clients and instituted as the defined benefit standard methodology
Play key role in new business activities including client meetings, proposal writing, final presentations, etc.
Draft and complete contracts for special projects and accountable for client financials
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
7 + years in the Defined Benefit industry with 1 + year(s) of associate and client management experience
Excellent coaching and leadership skills required
Client consulting and leadership skills
Demonstrate leadership ability with self-motivation and determination
Project management and influence skills
Strong team and client management skills
A deep understanding of Defined Benefit processes and tools
Must be technically inclined with application experience and proficiency (e.g., Excel, Word, Access, etc.)
Strong project management skills and the ability to balance/prioritize multiple projects and an understanding of risk and time management
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