Client Service Manager (Specialist), Retirement Plan Services

The Charles Schwab Corp

Austin, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Actuarial Skills, Administrative Skills, Asset Management, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Consulting, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Planning, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service Management, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974), Employee Benefits, Establish Priorities, Finance, Futures, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Retirement Plan, Sales Management, Securities, Service Delivery, Strategic Planning, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Austin, TX
POSTED
1 day ago

Your 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.

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.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.

Schwab Retirement Plan Services, an affiliate of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. is one of the leading providers of bundled retirement plan services. For mid-to large sized companies, Schwab offers full-service retirement plans featuring complete retirement services from a single source. Schwab's combined expertise in recordkeeping and related services, investment choice and award-winning participant experience and education (including retirement plan advice) and high-end technology helps employers offer competitive employee benefits. Schwab Retirement Plan Services, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Charles Schwab Corporation. Schwab Retirement Plan Services provides recordkeeping, administration, participant education and communication, plan design, consulting, actuarial services, and compliance testing for a total of over 1,300 defined contribution, defined benefit, and non-qualified retirement plans. Schwab Corporate Services delivers high quality workplace solutions which enable employees to attain secure financial futures. Our actions and decisions are driven by integrity, by visibility and by advocacy of our clients' best interests.

As a Client Service Manager (Specialist-Internal title), you are responsible for

  • Assisting in the day to day servicing responsibilities for Schwab's recordkeeping clients consistent with Schwab's goals and guiding principles.
  • Supporting a team of Client Service Managers (Relationship Managers) responsible for our clients' complete satisfaction with Schwab in our Mega Segment, $1B+ in Assets Under Management.
  • Daily administration assignments, such as, researching participant or client related questions, comprehension/application of procedures, processes, and systems, as well as direct contact with Schwab's clients.
  • Participating in the research, development, and production of strategic solutions to meet our retirement client needs including accumulation of supporting documents or reports.
  • Communicating clearly in both written and face-to-face communications, working collaboratively within the organization, sharing best practices, and aiding in the continuous improvement of the services provided by Schwab.

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:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work experience
  • Strong communication skills (written and oral), with strong attention to detail and the ability to use appropriate communication channel
  • Working knowledge of Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint required
  • Self-starter and fast learner with business and technical acumen
  • Ability to manage multiple workflows at a time and effectively prioritize time sensitive items
  • Ability to analyze data to form meaningful conclusions
  • Previous experience in client service and/or developing client relationships and strong internal partnerships
  • Ability to travel occassionally

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Qualified Plan or Trust administration experience
  • Basic understanding of ERISA, pension, trust and securities industries

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About the Company

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The Charles Schwab Corp

The Charles Schwab Corporation is a leading provider of financial services, with more than 300 offices. Through its operating subsidiaries, the company provides a full range of securities brokerage, banking, money management and financial advisory services to individual investors and independent investment advisors. Named "Highest in Investor Satisfaction with Self-Directed Services" by J.D. Power and Associates in 2009, its broker-dealer subsidiary, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (member SIPC) affiliates offer a complete range of investment services and products including an extensive selection of mutual funds; financial planning and investment advice; retirement plan and equity compensation plan services; referrals to independent fee-based investment advisors; and custodial, operational and trading support for independent, fee-based investment advisors through Schwab Advisor Services.

The Charles Schwab Bank (member FDIC) provides banking and mortgage services and products. To meet the needs of our clients, we are actively recruiting people with the desire, drive and creativity to find solutions that help meet our clients' needs; who want the chance to learn, grow with the company and explore their career opportunities; who will strive for excellence in achieving our clients' and our company's goals; who have the highest ethical standards - individuals who take pride in making a difference in people's lives.
COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Security and Surveillance
FOUNDED
1971
WEBSITE
http://www.aboutschwab.com/careers