(In-Office) Client Services Associate
Client Services AssociateLenox Advisors brings together sophisticated solutions in wealth management and insurance services to high-net-worth individuals and their families. As a wholly owned subsidiary of NFP, an Aon company, we combine the culture of a boutique firm with the stability and backing of a large corporation to create an environment that's truly unique.
This role will be located in our brand-new office in Delray Beach, FL. Please pay special attention to the schedule listed in the requirements section.
Supports the Relationship Manager by scheduling and coordinating activities and initiatives that facilitate the new policy and client service processes. The Client Services Associate must provide superior client service by identifying the client's wants and needs, acting on, and/or delegating items and following through to completion while keeping all parties informed throughout the process. This individual will also be responsible for assist with the planning and coordination of seminars
Job AccountabilitiesAssembles meeting preparation documents pertaining to the client/prospect prior to sales meetings, including but not limited to, illustrations, policy and product summaries, reports, presentations, and marketing packets
Performs all insurance underwriting duties, including preparation and completion of multi-life and individual disability, life, and long-term care applications
Schedule medical insurance exams and orders all Attending Physician Statements based on insurance underwriting guidelines
Follow up with the client and Relationship Manager during the underwriting process, keeps notes on the process and conversations in MOSAIC
Partners with the New Business team to manage all new business cases using MOSAIC as the system of record for status/notes/tasks and communicating with RM and clients as necessary
Participates in Relationship Manager/New Business case management calls
Reviews insurance policies and prepares them for delivery; follow up on delivery requirements when needed
Ensures Relationship Manager has appropriate Licensing and Appointments and works with internal contracting and licensing contact to obtain and renew licenses
Partners with Advanced Sales to obtain and/or generate the appropriate illustrations/one-pagers
Client ServicesProcesses all insurance policy service requests, including address, beneficiary/ownership changes, premium mode changes, and dividend option changes
Provides superior client service by identifying client's wants and needs, acting on, and/or delegating items and following through to completion, keeping all parties informed throughout the process
Coordinates all collateral assignments, death or disability claims, and fund allocation changes with the assistance of the Relationship Manager
Interacts daily with insurance carriers and vendors to ensure proper and timely execution of client service requests
Ability to follow through on a variety of requests and ability to create resolution on client and/or service-related matters.
Creates client correspondence as needed according to the Lenox Style Guide
Business OperationsResponsible for greeting clients, fielding phone calls, reviewing incoming mail, managing office supplies, ordering client gifts, and maintaining client files
Manages the Relationship Manager's calendar, scheduling and confirming client meetings, registering visitors with security, and booking conference rooms
Ensures data accuracy by regularly and routinely updating information in MOSAIC and maintaining client files. This includes, but is not limited to, fact find information and notes, case management (individual and MultiLife), task management, and client and policy information
Participates in occasional training and development sessions as directed by department(s) and Regional Manager
Partners with the Relationship Manager when participating in Lenox marketing campaigns, including MOSAIC list updates as well as updating client email addresses
Seminar Planning & CoordinationPartner with marketing and compliance to ensure we are following outlined procedures
Coordinate logistics including venue booking, catering, materials and technology set up
Develop event timelines, planning checklists and tasks
Manage seminar calendars and scheduling on behalf of the Relationship Manager
Handle registration process, maintain attendee list and track RSVPs
Provide on-site support, including registration check in and technical trouble shooting
Coordinate printing of presentation materials
Follow up communication- send thank-you notes to attendees, sponsors, and speakers
Manage budget for events and keep Relationship Manager informed of costs and charges
Schedule RequirementsStandard work hours are 8:30 - 5:30pm ET
One day a week, the work schedule will be 10:30 - 7:30 pm ET to support a night-time seminar.
Job Competencies: (Knowledge, Experience, Skills & Abilities and Behaviors/Attitudes)Required KnowledgeKnowledge of office equipment operations (copier, scanner, printers) and electronic calendaring programs (Microsoft Outlook)
Familiarity with business principles and practices
Familiarity working with Client Database Management systems
Knowledge of Customer Service disciplines
Required Skills/AbilitiesExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written (email, written memos, telephone, voicemail, etc.)
Ability to interact with clients diplomatically and professionally
Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast paced sales environment
Ability to work independently and also to collaborate with teams
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Organizational, planning and critical thinking skills
Ability to multitask
Required Behaviors/AttitudesInitiative
Team oriented; demonstrates a service attitude
Cares about delivering quality
Planning & Organizing
Confident / Assertive
Dependable
Take personal ownership for delivery of superior results; conscientious
Demonstrate strong commitment to meeting the needs of internal and external clients
Education/Experience/License RequirementsHigh School Diploma RequiredCollege Degree Preferred - 1-3 Years of Customer Service Experience3-5 Years of Industry Experience Preferred
Career Path ConsiderationsAVERAGE TIME TO MASTER ROLE: - TYPICAL NEXT JOB MOVE CHOICES AFTER MASTERING THIS ROLE:
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