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Ascensus

Client Relationship Manager, Retirement

Ascensus

. Serve as the focal point for existing big and elite advisor plan clients and their financial advisors .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • Minnesota • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in relationship management within the retirement services industry, focusing on client retention, problem resolution, and consultative support. Proficient in analyzing client data and developing strategies to enhance client satisfaction and organic growth.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Client Relationship ManagementRetirement Services Industry ExperienceAnalytical Problem SolvingProject Management SkillsMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills
Client Data AnalysisRetention Strategy DevelopmentCross-Selling TechniquesRegulatory Compliance KnowledgeFinancial Services Administration
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsDetail OrientedTeam CollaborationIndependent Work AbilitySound Business Judgment
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPoint
Certifications & Qualifications
ASPPA CertificationCEBS Certification
Industry Keywords
Financial AdvisorsPlan ClientsClient SatisfactionOrganic GrowthC-Level Decision Makers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Serve as the focal point for existing big and elite advisor plan clients and their financial advisors
  • Manage relationships for plan accounts and financial advisors
  • Provide consultative advice and support as a dedicated contact
  • Execute coordinated strategies supporting plan clients and financial professionals
  • Promote plan retention through ownership, troubleshooting, and problem resolution
  • Protect, secure, and properly handle confidential Ascensus and client data
  • Demonstrate proactive client focus and teamwork aligned with Ascensus values
  • Leverage industry knowledge to promote client satisfaction, retention, and organic growth
  • Develop relationships with daily client contacts and C-level decision makers
  • Own resolution of issues escalated by clients and financial professionals
  • Coordinate with internal departments as an advocate for clients and financial professionals
  • Review the existing book of business and create retention strategies for non-elite advisors
  • Develop education and communication strategies
  • Cross-sell revenue opportunities and educate financial professionals and plan sponsors about products, processes, and services
  • Compile data, track communications and escalations, and optimize plan design and product adoption
  • Lead or participate in projects creating additional value for existing relationships
  • Analyze client and financial professional data and conduct outreach activities, including call campaigns
  • Maintain proficiency with partner and proprietary Ascensus products
  • Maintain proficiency with regulatory, financial, accounting, service, operations, and compliance aspects of relationship management

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in business or related fields, or equivalent work experience
  • Minimum of 7 years’ experience in retirement services industry or related field is preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years’ prior experience with direct client/client equivalent relationships within a financial services administrative environment
  • Certification or working towards certification (ASPPA, CEBS, etc.) in industry-related studies program preferred
  • Ability to work independently and contribute to a highly-cohesive team environment
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
  • Ability to work with a high level of independence
  • Detail oriented and able to produce high quality work within tight time constraints
  • Ability to make sound business judgments while balancing client needs and organizational considerations
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including group presentation experience
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Ability to coordinate and run meetings attended by senior-level personnel
  • Demonstrated project management skills
  • Ability to travel as required

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • No explicit benefits listed
  • Full-time employment