Client Services Associate
Isle of Man
Permanent
Our client seeks a Client Services Associate to join their team.
Role Profile: You will be part of a Client Service team based in the Isle of Man. The department is responsible for all aspects of product administration and relationship management. The Client Services Team plays a vital role in managing a diverse range of inbound client and advisor queries, including calls and written correspondence. This team is responsible for handling queries, providing detailed information, and resolving issues promptly and professionally. They serve as the primary point of contact for clients and advisors, ensuring that all interactions are courteous, informative, and aligned with the company's service standards. Additionally, the team meticulously documents all communications, updates client records, and ensures that follow-up actions are taken in a timely manner.
The Client Services Team is dedicated to delivering a high standard of customer service and satisfaction. They work closely with other departments to escalate complex issues and ensure that client and advisor needs are met efficiently.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deal with queries from clients, both internally and externally via telephone or written communication
- Perform KYC reviews of client files ensuring regulatory requirements are met and managing the client transaction from start to finish where necessary or on an ad-hoc basis if required
- Actively contribute to the successful delivery of the departmental objectives along with your own personal business objectives and performance development plan
- Be a team player and contribute to the “one team” approach across all of Client Services
- Take ownership of and resolve any queries through to a satisfactory conclusion
- Support ongoing reviews and updating of procedures within the team and department
- Responsible for the accurate and efficient completion of administrative tasks provided
- Support full ownership of customer and adviser queries from receipt until the customer's expectations have been satisfied
- Ensure pended work is reviewed, chased and closed within expected timescale
- Proactive, solutions-based approach to understanding issues which arise, and able to implement actions according to administrative policies and Procedure
- Timely and professional contact with stakeholders should be maintained at all times
- Assist in developing, implementing and sharing best practices
- Contribute to a proactive working culture
- Be part of an innovative culture to problem solving
- Take personal responsibility for data integrity
Key skills and experience:
Essential
- 1-2 years of experience in customer service or a related field.
- Experience in handling external telephone calls and emails with both clients and independent financial advisors
- Highly self-motivated individual who is willing to participate and actively assist in improving current processes
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
- Be passionate about delivering excellent customer service
- System Knowledge Competent in Microsoft applications: Including Word, Outlook, SharePoint and Excel
Desirable
- Ability to manage and prioritise own workload in a fast-paced environment and be able to make decisions within the remit of their role
- Previous experience in Life Assurance or a similar customer service-based industry Experience with New Business/ Payments /Policy Serving
- Demonstrate an inquisitive nature and willingness to highlight any concerns, particularly relating to KYC and CDD
- Knowledge of Finscan
**How to Apply**
This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading financial services firm and develop your career in client services. For more information or to apply, please visit searchandselect.com where you can submit your CV and covering letter. We look forward to hearing from you.
