Client Service Associate

About the role

The Client Service Associate role is a valuable part of the overall level of service and communication provided to clients, Consultants, custodian firms and money managers, working on the clients’ behalf to help them achieve their investment goals, no matter how big or small. The position assumes responsibility for supporting the firm’s Institutional Investment Consultants in the areas of account administration, client servicing, trading, and consulting projects.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between custodians and clients by maintaining client records and authorized signers, managing recurring distributions, opening accounts, preparing Standing Letters of Authorization, etc.
• Assist clients or Consultants with processing and facilitating money movements, including wires, electronic funds transfers, journals, DTC (Depository Transfer Check) of securities, ACAT (Automated Customer Account Transfer) and non-ACAT transfers in a timely manner while abiding by the Company’s Compliance policies
• Draft investment trade paperwork on behalf of clients as it relates to Mutual Funds, Alternative Assets, Separately Managed Accounts, etc. in accordance with the Company’s Compliance policies
• Support clients in completing paperwork for Hedge Fund and Private Equity subscription agreements in accordance with the Company’s Compliance policies
• Uphold superior client service standards by providing timely follow-up, proactive communication and by being a knowledgeable resource for clients and colleagues
• Conducting outreach to build and maintain strong relationships with our client-base and identify firm services and solutions, such as digital, online access and cash management offerings, that support our clients’ needs
• Sustain effective communication with firm colleagues from other departments by maintaining and updating client records and activities in the CRM, shared folders and process workflows
• Collaborate with peers