Job Summary
The position supervises the day-to-day operations of the Client Services Associates in the performance of their daily responsibilities for Local Government Investment Pools (LGIPs).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee staff of Client Service Associates in their daily activities.
- Develop and maintain training procedures with the Manager of Client Services. Serve as primary trainer for new associates.
- Participate in recruiting, interviewing and hiring new staff as turnover occurs.
- Oversee daily activity including review of associates’ work to ensure timeliness and accuracy.
- Provide customer service including issue resolution and management of customer communication.
- Monitor client interactions of the members of the client service team and provide feedback and suggestions for improvements.
- Periodically perform phone call review and provide training to client service team.
- Develop and maintain department procedures, including at least annual review.
- Assist with completion of annual and semi-annual audits.
- Provide ongoing guidance and coaching of associates and annual performance evaluations.
- Perform special projects as needed and assigned.
Decision Making/Difficulty of Work:
- The position is hands on, fast paced, detail and deadline oriented.
- The position requires good judgment and possess strong attention to detail.
- Organizational skills and management of priorities are necessary to succeed in this position.
- The position requires the willingness to step up and lead the team.
Minimum Requirements:
- Ability to work effectively with employees of all levels within the company.
- Position requires accuracy and strong attention to detail.
- Must be able to handle multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately.
Competencies Required
Computer Skills:
- Must be proficient in Outlook, Excel.
- Salesforce experience preferred.
Interpersonal Skills:
- Must be able to work closely in a team environment.
- Must be able to evaluate problems as they occur daily and resolve them in cooperation with co-workers.
- Excellent customer service skills required.
- Must be comfortable providing feedback (positive and negative).
Communication Skills:
- Must be able to work closely with the other client service associates, analysts and management.
- Strong oral and written communication skills are necessary to succeed.
- Must be comfortable on the phone and client facing.
Other Training, Education, Special Skills Required:
Education/Knowledge:
- Must have a 4-year Bachelor degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance
- 3+ years of experience required
- Knowledge of financial markets and mutual fund industry preferred
- Management experience required