Transamerica
Int Account Manager - Retirement (Hybrid)
Transamerica, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States, 52404
Job Description Summary
Provide outstanding customer service with daily retirement plan administration by responding to inquiries, researching and providing resolution to customers. Utilize excellent client service skills by partnering with Client Executives and internal partners to enhance customer relationships and satisfaction.
Responsibilities
Under minimal supervision, provide support for daily administration of retirement plans. Identify customer expectations and develop a strong working relationship.
Coordinate with manager to research issues and negotiate problem resolution.
Develop and foster proactive, positive relationships with clients, financial professionals and internal service teams to ensure client retention, growth of the client service block and profitability for stakeholders.
Provide prompt, accurate and consistent information that meets or exceeds quality metrics.
Recognize and communicate possible improvements to management.
Collaborate with internal partners to address client needs, develop and maintain action plans, and consult on products, services, and capabilities to successfully arrive at solutions for retaining clients and resolving complex client issues.
Demonstrate general knowledge of recordkeeping, outsourcing and processing capabilities.
Attend training to obtain functional retirement plan knowledge such as various plan design, plan specific requirements (life insurance, SDA’s, outside assets, stock, outsourcing, etc.).
Gather data from multiple systems to interpret, troubleshoot and resolve problems with limited management assistance.
Lead effective/strategic client meetings either face-to-face or via conference call.
Assist with mentoring new account managers.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a business field or equivalent education/experience.
Three years of customer relationship experience, including one year of retirement or financial services industry experience.
Knowledge of daily administration of retirement plans.
Excellent relationship management and ability to communicate with clients in a professional manner, orally and in writing.
Effective presentation, influence and negotiation skills.
Ability to align behaviors and work to Transamerica’s Future Fit Culture, which includes Acting as One, Accountability, Agility, and Customer Centricity.
Proficiency using MS Office tools, including Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
ASPPA designations (e.g. RPF, QKA) and/or related certifications.
Knowledge of internal systems (P3, Workplace Platform, AQT, etc.).
Knowledge of Salesforce.
Working Conditions
Office environment/hybrid.
May travel (up to 10%) for client meetings and sales presentation finals.
Compensation The salary for this position generally ranges between $50,500-$57,000.
Bonus Eligibility This position is also typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at Company Discretion.
EEO Statement Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
What We Offer For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well‑being of our employees.
Compensation Benefits
Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Benefits Package
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars.
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance.
Employee Assistance Program.
College Coach Program.
Back‑Up Care Program.
PTO for Volunteer Hours.
Employee Matching Gifts Program.
Employee Resource Groups.
Inclusion and Diversity Programs.
Employee Recognition Program.
Referral Bonus Programs.
Inclusion & Diversity We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’ve been recognized for our efforts by the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.
Giving Back We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. The Aegon Transamerica Foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Sales and Business Development
Industries Insurance and Financial Services
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Responsibilities
Under minimal supervision, provide support for daily administration of retirement plans. Identify customer expectations and develop a strong working relationship.
Coordinate with manager to research issues and negotiate problem resolution.
Develop and foster proactive, positive relationships with clients, financial professionals and internal service teams to ensure client retention, growth of the client service block and profitability for stakeholders.
Provide prompt, accurate and consistent information that meets or exceeds quality metrics.
Recognize and communicate possible improvements to management.
Collaborate with internal partners to address client needs, develop and maintain action plans, and consult on products, services, and capabilities to successfully arrive at solutions for retaining clients and resolving complex client issues.
Demonstrate general knowledge of recordkeeping, outsourcing and processing capabilities.
Attend training to obtain functional retirement plan knowledge such as various plan design, plan specific requirements (life insurance, SDA’s, outside assets, stock, outsourcing, etc.).
Gather data from multiple systems to interpret, troubleshoot and resolve problems with limited management assistance.
Lead effective/strategic client meetings either face-to-face or via conference call.
Assist with mentoring new account managers.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a business field or equivalent education/experience.
Three years of customer relationship experience, including one year of retirement or financial services industry experience.
Knowledge of daily administration of retirement plans.
Excellent relationship management and ability to communicate with clients in a professional manner, orally and in writing.
Effective presentation, influence and negotiation skills.
Ability to align behaviors and work to Transamerica’s Future Fit Culture, which includes Acting as One, Accountability, Agility, and Customer Centricity.
Proficiency using MS Office tools, including Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
ASPPA designations (e.g. RPF, QKA) and/or related certifications.
Knowledge of internal systems (P3, Workplace Platform, AQT, etc.).
Knowledge of Salesforce.
Working Conditions
Office environment/hybrid.
May travel (up to 10%) for client meetings and sales presentation finals.
Compensation The salary for this position generally ranges between $50,500-$57,000.
Bonus Eligibility This position is also typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at Company Discretion.
EEO Statement Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
What We Offer For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well‑being of our employees.
Compensation Benefits
Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Benefits Package
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars.
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance.
Employee Assistance Program.
College Coach Program.
Back‑Up Care Program.
PTO for Volunteer Hours.
Employee Matching Gifts Program.
Employee Resource Groups.
Inclusion and Diversity Programs.
Employee Recognition Program.
Referral Bonus Programs.
Inclusion & Diversity We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’ve been recognized for our efforts by the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.
Giving Back We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. The Aegon Transamerica Foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Sales and Business Development
Industries Insurance and Financial Services
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