Sr Manager, Client Onboarding

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Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business field or equivalent experience, Seven years of defined contribution/pension plan experience, including management responsibilities, Five years of plan administration and onboarding experience, Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with all levels within and outside of the organization..

Key responsibilities:

  • Oversee managers of client onboarding teams to ensure timely and quality service to clients.
  • Guide managers in the interviewing, hiring, and training of staff members; set team goals in alignment with strategic objectives.
  • Cultivate relationships with the sales team, client management, and external partners throughout the implementation period.
  • Serve as an escalation point for case-related issues and develop processes for mitigation of future issues.

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Job Family

Transactions / Client Processing

About Us 

 

At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.  

 

Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there. 

     

Who We Are 

 

We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life 

Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them. 

We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms. 

What We Do 

 

Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs. 

 

Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.* For more information, visit transamerica.com.  

Job Description Summary

As part of the Client Transition Services (CTS) management team, oversee one or more functional teams responsible for onboarding of new plan sponsor retirement plans and the conversion of existing plans from other providers.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Transition

  • Oversee managers of client onboarding teams within an assigned regional or market segment to ensure timely and quality service to clients.
  • Guide managers in the interviewing, hiring, and training of staff members; set team goals in alignment with strategic objectives.
  • Solicit feedback from company stakeholders to improve services and efficiency. Identify trends related to conversion strategies that may require additional oversight and changes to audit processes.

Compliance/Technical

  • Keep abreast of technical developments in the employee benefits field; communicate implications to clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Identify needed system enhancements and make recommendations.
  • Review and authorize daily financial transactions and analyze financial impact.
  • Provide information to establish team budgets.
  • Assess staffing through capacity planning analysis.

Relationship Management

  • Cultivate relationships with the sales team, client management, and external partners; ensure client and internal/external partner relationships are developed and maintained throughout the implementation period.
  • Serve as an escalation point for case related issues across teams and market segments; develop and implement processes for mitigation of future issues and management of customer expectations.
  • Review new business opportunities with the pricing team to determine the feasibility of writing and administering the business; partner with Sales on new prospects and present the transition process and administration capabilities during finals and due diligence meetings.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in business field or equivalent experience
  • Seven years of defined contribution/pension plan experience, including management responsibilities
  • Five years of plan administration and onboarding experience
  • Thorough knowledge of compliance and contract administration
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with all levels within and outside of the organization
  • Analytical and critical thinking skills to assess issues and choose logical and efficient methods of resolution
  • High level of diplomacy and relationship building skills
  • Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities to meet changing business needs

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of Transamerica investment products
  • LOMA, CEBS

Working Conditions

  • Office or hybrid office/remote environment

The salary for this position generally ranges between $112,000 - $125,000 annuallyPlease 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 20% based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion. 

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This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

What We Offer  

 

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. 

 

Compensation Benefits 

  • Competitive Pay 

  • Bonus for Eligible Employees 

 

Benefits Package 

  • Pension Plan 

  • 401k Match

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Disability Insurance

  • Medical Insurance

  • Dental Insurance

  • Vision Insurance

  • Employee Discounts

  • Career Training & Development Opportunities

 

Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits 

  • Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.

  • Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).

  • Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars 

  • Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.

  • Adoption Assistance

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • College Coach Program

  • Back-Up Care Program

  • PTO for Volunteer Hours

  • Employee Matching Gifts Program

  • Employee Resource Groups

  • Inclusion and Diversity Programs

  • Employee Recognition Program

  • Referral Bonus Programs

 

Inclusion & Diversity  

 

We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women. 

 

To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all. 

   

Giving Back  

 

We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.    

 

Transamerica’s Parent Company  

 

Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has  grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.* It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.   

* As of December 31, 2023

 

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Experience

Industry :
Financial Services
Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Plan Execution
  • Analytical Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Management
  • Relationship Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Communication
  • Diplomacy

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