Job Description
Client Success Manager III - Retirement Plans
Client Success Manager III - Retirement Plans
Fully Remote • Cary, NC
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Why join our team at Definiti? If you enjoy tackling challenges and believe in delivering exceptional client service, Definiti may be perfect for you. You can make a difference by helping to improve and secure many retirements, while also helping to grow a dynamic organization. Most roles are fully remote, so you need to be comfortable using technology, be productive in a home office with a reliable internet connection to stay in touch with your team and deliver high-quality service to our clients. Definiti supports your professional growth through comprehensive training and industry credentials and certifications.
Definiti is a national retirement services company that helps clients manage and administer their retirement plans. We help clients define what's possible and what's next for their retirement plans.
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Client Success Manager III is responsible for overseeing client success activities for the most complex and/or highest-revenue clients, ensuring timely completion of annual plan tasks, monitoring project deadlines, and facilitating communication between clients and internal teams. This role requires the ability to manage multiple complex projects, possess a proactive problem-solving mindset, and excel in written and verbal communication with both internal and external partners. The Client Success Manager III is a strategic partner to the Vice President, Client Success & Relationships and coaches and mentors Client Success Managers I and II across PODs. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key point of contact for clients and advisors, ensuring client satisfaction and retention of their book of business
Responsible for following up with clients on year-end data collection, 5500 filings, lost earnings, deposits for submission, Form 5330 filings, document and amendment signatures, service agreement signatures, and other outstanding annual requirements
Monitor and report on project status, missed deadlines, and outstanding tasks using PensionPro and other reporting tools
Ensure timely and professional responses to client communications, follow up on escalations and unresolved inquiries, assist clients in understanding fiduciary responsibility and keeping them informed of regulatory and legislative updates, and collaborate with Retirement Plan Consultants (RPCs) on plan amendments if needed
Assist in the cross-selling of complimentary Definiti services
Coordinate with RPCs to verify project launches and task handoffs, and maintain oversight of plan wrap-up activities
Assist with implementation and conversion processes in partnership with New Business Implementation (NBI) by collaborating with NBI and other teams as needed
Assist, as needed, with updating recordkeeping platforms and other tasks associated with client service
Lead annual client reviews and meetings, providing proactive engagement and support for document-related issues
Maintain accurate documentation and records for compliance and audit purposes
Work in conjunction with all departments across Definiti to ensure client and advisor satisfaction and exceed retention goals
Identify and engage with high-risk clients to mitigate any controllable client losses
Contribute to the ongoing development and refinement of Client Success Manager processes and best practices
Lead POD-level coordination and continuity of client experience
Coach and mentor CSMs across PODs
Identify service gaps and process improvements
Partner closely with Sales, Operations, and Leadership on retention strategies
Requirements
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication and client service abilities
Proficiency with PensionPro or similar TPA management software
Ability to work collaboratively across teams and adapt to evolving processes
Prioritizes time management to meet deadlines and maintain project timelines
Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and highly developed organizational skills
Possesses strong analytical skills to assess situations, provide effective solutions, and reconcile discrepancies
Demonstrates improved client retention and reduced escalations
Demonstrates status as a trusted advisor with clients
Strong peer and cross-functional influence
Demonstrates retention and satisfaction of strategic accounts
Demonstrates leadership without direct reports
Demonstrates measured improvements to service model execution
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or GED required
Bachelor's degree preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the retirement plan administration industry
Broad knowledge of the retirement plan industry; ASPPA QKA
designation or NIPA equivalent preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a client-facing customer support role
REMOTE WORKING REQUIREMENTS
As a remote-first company, we have compiled expectations for a successful remote work environment:
Ability to build rapport with others remotely while working productively with limited in-person interaction
Have access to a reliable and consistently strong, high-speed internet connection suitable for remote work. A stable, high-speed internet connection is essential for effective communication, collaboration, and productivity while working remotely
Designate a quiet, and well-lit space free of as many distractions as possible
Be online and available to work during designated business hours in local time zone
Accustomed to using Microsoft Teams (or similar virtual-meeting applications) to meet with colleagues regularly on video and use the chat feature for quick communications. We utilize many Microsoft Teams features (such as Channels and file storage) for announcements, relevant conversations, and file sharing. Familiarity with Microsoft Teams is a plus
Accustomed with file-storage and file-sharing tools such as Microsoft SharePoint
BENEFITS
Definiti has a dynamic, growth-focused culture, and we are committed to offering attractive employee-centric benefits, including:
A virtual-first work philosophy for most jobs
401(k) with up to 4% match
Flexible PTO allows you to take the time you need for wellness, vacations, and personal matters. We foster a trusting environment where employees manage their workloads responsibly. Time off doesn't accrue.
12 paid holidays, 2 paid floating holidays, and your birthday is a holiday
Paid Parental Leave
A variety of medical, dental and vision plan options including Definiti subsidized premiums
Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability insurance
Bonus plan eligibility