Relationship Manager I or II
21 days ago
Vancouver
Job DescriptionDescription: RELATIONSHIP MANAGER I The Relationship Manager is a client-facing role responsible for supporting the ongoing service and administration of retirement plans. Acting as the primary point of contact for a designated group of clients and their advisors, this role focuses on tasks such as data collection, form preparation, and responding to routine inquiries. Relationship Manager professionally assists with annual compliance tracking, system updates, and documentation delivery while building expertise in plan operations and regulatory requirements. They work under the guidance of senior staff when addressing complex compliance matters and typically manage a book of business that includes smaller or less complex plans. Key Responsibilities Client Relationship Management • Serve as the primary contact for clients and financial advisors., • Respond to and complete incoming client and advisor requests., • Conduct regular check-ins through outgoing calls and email., • Work with Pension Consultants when compliance issues arise that require additional ERISA expertise., • Resolve client issues proactively and efficiently., • Provide technical and compliance guidance to clients and advisors., • Track and monitor all deliverables and deadlines for annual plan compliance., • Request and collect information needed for annual administration., • Prepare census requests, contributions summaries and refund forms., • Identify and communicate late deposits and minimum distribution obligations., • Monitor and assist with annual projects such as force outs and annual notices., • Download and distribute recordkeeper disclosure and fee notices., • Collaborate with actuaries. plan consultants, and internal teams on plan design and compliance questions., • Update vesting schedules and process plan adjustments., • Review and complete recordkeeping forms such as plan specification changes and contact updates., • Assist with distributions and corrections., • Maintain client data in PensionPro and ensure any client changes are communicated internally., • Ensure that work is performed at a high level of quality and results are provided withing the expected internal and external deadlines., • Update internal workflow systems to reflect client activity., • Confirm receivables and monitor client billing in coordination with Finance., • Assist with annual report publishing and documentation delivery., • Participate in internal recordkeeper conversions and onboarding., • Assist with or manage full-cycle plan terminations and service terminations, including system updates and delivery of final documents. The Relationship Manager II serves as the primary liaison for assigned clients and their financial advisors, overseeing all aspects of retirement plan service and administration. This experienced professional brings deep expertise in plan design, recordkeeping platforms, and regulatory compliance (ERISA, DOL, IRS), and manages client needs from onboarding through annual administration and termination with minimal oversight. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, they resolve complex issues, lead consultation calls, and collaborate across internal teams. In addition to managing a dynamic book of business, they play a key role in mentoring junior staff—providing training, coaching, and serving as a resource for Relationship Manager team members. Key Responsibilities Client Relationship Management • Serve as the primary contact for clients and financial advisors., • Respond to and complete incoming client and advisor requests., • Conduct regular check-ins through outgoing calls and email., • Work with Pension Consultants when compliance issues arise that require additional ERISA expertise., • Resolve client issues proactively and efficiently., • Provide technical and compliance guidance to clients and advisors., • Track and monitor all deliverables and deadlines for annual plan compliance., • Request and collect information needed for annual administration., • Prepare census requests, contributions summaries and refund forms., • Identify and communicate late deposits and minimum distribution obligations., • Monitor and assist with annual projects such as force outs and annual notices., • Download and distribute recordkeeper disclosure and fee notices., • Collaborate with actuaries. plan consultants, and internal teams on plan design and compliance questions., • Update vesting schedules and process plan adjustments., • Review and complete recordkeeping forms such as plan specification changes and contact updates., • Assist with distributions and corrections., • Service as a key resource for questions, coaching, and training for the Relationship Manager I role., • May serve as back up to the team lead during their absence, assisting with day-to-day decisions and continuity of operations., • Maintain client data in PensionPro and ensure any client changes are communicated internally., • Ensure that work is performed at a high level of quality and results are provided withing the expected internal and external deadlines., • Update internal workflow systems to reflect client activity., • Confirm receivables and monitor client billing in coordination with Finance., • Assist with annual report publishing and documentation delivery., • Participate in internal recordkeeper conversions and onboarding., • Assist with or manage full-cycle plan terminations and service terminations, including system updates and delivery of final documents., • 0-3 years of experience in retirement plan administration or client services preferred., • Basic understanding of defined contribution plan compliance preferred., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines across a dynamic book of business., • Familiarity with PensionPro, FTW, or similar platforms is a plus., • High level of attention to detail and problem-solving ability., • 3+ years of experience in retirement plan administration or client services preferred., • Strong knowledge of defined contribution plan compliance, including ERISA, DOL and IRS requirements., • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines across a dynamic book of business., • Proficiency in retirement plan software platforms such as PensionPro, Datair, FTW, ASC, etc., • High level of attention to detail and problem-solving ability., • Comfortable working in a fast paced, collaborative environment.