Client Service Manager
CurrentAs CSM, I apply a pro-active management approach to servicing clients and I am able to exercise reasonable judgment regarding the need to escalate issues to the Client Service Delivery Manager, and to appropriate senior management.Principal Responsibilities:- Tight alignment of agreed service requirements with measureable results- Being the point of escalation for service issues and enhancements- Building relationships with clients to continuously improve understanding of requirements and expectations- Driving client service planning in partnership with the CSDM for existing and new clients- Recognise / promote / communicate / reward excellent client service within the operational teams- Owning the overall process of a booking from the first point of contact to a completed sale- Continuously monitor sales performance and make sure the customer moves through the sales process correctly while also researching market trends and products of competitors- Must act as a bridge between the company and its current market and future markets- Answering and following up on all queries, offering advice and introducing new productsSkills & Experience:- Comprehensive understanding of Fund Accounting (NAV and Financial Reporting)- Previous exposure to, and comfort with, dealing with senior client management- Ability to initiate and deliver change- Strong interpersonal skills- Highly articulate with excellent communication (written, verbal, listening) skills- Excel, Word and PowerPoint proficient- Good networking contacts and abilities- Methodical, measured and thoughtful- Ability to present and motivate- Excellent organisational skills- Flexibility to travel as required (to client offices etc.)