Client Service Associate - Winnipeg, Canada - Value Partners Investments

Value Partners Investments

Verified Company

Winnipeg, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Reporting to the Manager of Client and Advisor Service, the Client Service Associate provides high-level service and support to VPIC clients and advisors.

The incumbent is a critical member of the team and ultimately owns the new client onboarding process.

The Client Service Associate liaises with internal Portfolio Managers and external Advisors to ensure a seamless, high quality ?White Glove' client experience by attending new client meetings, preparing documentation, and executing on the VPIC Client Service Delivery model in a timely and detailed manner.

The Client Service Associate also supports the Manager, Client & Advisor Service with the development and maintenance of process and procedural documentation and provides recommendations for, and updates regarding, continuous improvement of the client service function to VPIC leaders.

Responsibilities
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New Client Onboarding (50%):

Collaborate with Custodian as may be required to facilitate the process
Liaise with internal PMs, external advisors and custodian to negotiate, troubleshoot, and provide ongoing updates on onboarding and client related matters
Responsible for the endtoend ownership of the client onboarding process ensuring accuracy and efficiency while offering a seamless, high quality ?White Glove' client experience
Prepare and organize paperwork for onboarding, account opening, and client change processes
Become a Mako Power User, with the ability to provide demos to internal and external stakeholders as may be required
Attend client onboarding meetings with Portfolio Managers (PMs) and Relationship Managers to ensure a smooth onboarding experience, and to establish the role and value the Client Service Team provides to clients on an ongoing basis
Work collaboratively with PMs and Investment Associate to execute on meeting followup items pertaining to supporting information for onboarding
Prepare Custodial and VPIC documents: Investment Policy Statements (IPS), Client biographical information forms, Portfolio Management Agreements ensuring accuracy for completion by Client/Advisor/Referring agents
Prepare Transfer documents/forms to ensure timely transfer of investment assets to VPIC
Analyze relinquishing statements to determine if all assets can transfer in kind
Prepare transfer forms and notes for Portfolio Managers as to any transfer exceptions (i.e. proprietary holdings, GICs, wet sigs, partial transfers, DRS, etc.)
Follow up with Custodian (Credential) regarding transfers ensuring timeliness of completion, track receipt of assets, follow up and troubleshoot as necessary
Process deposits / EFTs upon account opening
Upload and input IPS, PMA, KYC information into PM software, CRM, and Client Portal
Compile and ensure the distribution of Welcome Packages for all new clients, unless PM requests otherwise

Client and Advisor Service (40%)

Triage service requests and account inquires arriving to Client Service Inbox and Service Request Queue ensuring they are distributed to appropriate individual
Ensure daytoday requests such as client inflows/outflows, deposits/withdrawals, client changes (name, address, status, etc.), and standard client reporting are handled on a priority basis in a professional and detailed manner
Inform Portfolio Management Team of client changes upon updating
Account inquires regarding investment management and performance should be forwarded to the Investment Associate and/or PM for handling
Estate Settlements and service escalations should be forward to the Manager, Client & Advisor Service
Guide clients and advisors through the online setup process and how to utilize information contained in the Client Portal
Act as a resource to Advisors for proper completion of documents, and manage inquiries regarding account activity such as transactions, payments, and transfers
Run reports as requested by advisors and external agents
Resolve issues / challenges related to client accounts (i.e. transfers, payments, account openings and closings) liaising with clients, custodians, internal and external stakeholders
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders in a sensitive and caring manner
Develop and maintain relationships, attend industry and external events including but not limited to VPI Annual General Meeting and Speaker Series events

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Business Process Management and Continuous Improvement (5%):

Support the Manager, Client & Advisor Service with the development and maintenance of process and procedural documentation
Provide recommendations for, and updates regarding, continuous improvement of the client service delivery model to the Manager, Client & Advisor Service and other VPIC leaders as required

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Other duties as assigned (5%)

Qualifications
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Education & Experience