Responsibilities
Transition
- Manage the installation of defined contribution retirement plans, during start up or conversion, for single employer and multiple employer plans.
- Analyze deliverable dates and timetables to create detailed project plans encompassing all aspects of the installation.
- Evaluate timelines for liquidation of investments and receipt of plan data from prior providers in consideration of SOX blackout and plan effective dates. [Commentary: TM understands legal rules and provider practices to determine best timing to receive plan data]
- Determine education options and delivery methods best suited for plan sponsors and participants, and coordinate with trainers to initiate.
- Manage transition of funds out of blackout to the service team within set timetable. Initiate extension notices if needed.
Compliance/Technical
- Delegate and monitor record keeping setup, asset transfer, allocation, and first deposits, including the education, integration, and mapping of payroll files/methods.
- Ensure plan set up consultants prepare documents related to plans and contracts, including employee disclosure material required to establish a new retirement plan.
- Create and ensure regulatory notices are accurate and distributed to participants on time.
- Conduct consultative discussions for plan reviews and assist plan sponsors with compliance questions related to plan design.
Relationship Management
- Serve as primary plan sponsor contact during the installation process to ensure all aspects of the transition process meet client expectations.
- Analyze data, conversion, payroll, and census files received from the client to assess the accuracy and consistency of information. Notify the plan sponsor and internal/external contacts of issues that may impact the success of the transition.
- Plan and execute internal and external communications with plan sponsors, financial advisors and third-party administrators based on client preferences and culture.
- Manage relationships with internal partners, sales executives, plan sponsors contacts, financial advisors and third parties throughout the installation process to ensure deliverables are met.
- Confirm the accuracy and delivery of enrollment materials to participants once plans are in place.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a business field or equivalent experience
- Five years of experience in the financial services industry including client management, installations/conversions, or contract compliance
- In-depth understanding of retirement plan regulations
- Client focused to provide exceptional customer service
- Outstanding written/oral communication and relationship building skills
- Time management and organizational skills to handle multiple installations at various points in the conversion project lifecycle
- Problem solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to quickly learn and navigate numerous systems/applications
Compensation
The salary for this position generally ranges between $84,000 - $92,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.
Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus of 12.5% based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.
Working Conditions
- Remote
- Hybrid position near our core locations requiring three days (Tuesday-Thursday) in office (Cedar Rapids or Denver).
- Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position
Disclaimer:
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