GCM Client Administrator III - UK

M&T Bank; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services institution in London is seeking a client relationship manager to oversee and enhance client experiences. The ideal candidate will possess a strong customer service focus, relevant educational background, and experience in direct client interaction. This role offers growth opportunities and a chance to work in a dynamic team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of relevant work experience with direct client contact is required.
• Strong customer service and satisfaction focus.
• Excellent communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee client relationships and make recommendations.
• Assist senior representatives in revenue-generating activities.
• Manage daily client strategies and resolve issues promptly.

Skills

Customer service focus

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical ability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or Accounting

Tools

Relevant software applications

Job description

Overview

Leads all aspects of Global Capital Markets trust or entity administration and servicing of high net-worth private and institutional clients. Supports senior account relationship managers. May serve as administrator for large (as defined by business) and/or highly complex clients. Serves as primary point of contact or relationship lead for client. Maintains daily contact with clients to address general inquiries and/or facilitate client requests. Processes all related transactions, including collecting critical documents, processing cash disbursements, trades and account balances, establishing new accounts and facilitating client requests for discretionary distributions and trust terminations. Ensures proper administrative management for accounts under responsibility.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee client relationships, making appropriate recommendations regarding design and administration of institutional and/or corporate trust accounts.
• Assist senior account representative(s) in revenue generating activities by providing appropriate recommendations, preparing documents for and participating in meetings.
• Manage daily implementation of client strategies as required.
• Foster client relationships with assigned client base, serving as primary point of contact for the client; make recommendations for services to correct and/or enhance the client experience.
• Resolve problems and respond to client requests in a timely manner.
• Manage relationships with internal and external service partners; assess issues requiring immediate attention in a timely manner and work to resolve all other issues through the normal course of business utilizing available resources.
• Develop and maintain a high level of industry knowledge applicable to the business and demonstrate the ability to articulate that knowledge internally and externally.
• Remain current on industry news applicable to the line of business.
• Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of corporate policies and procedures related to the administrative role.
• Provide and maintain appropriate levels of controls to minimize losses.
• Provide effective support, coaching and/or mentoring of any assigned team associates.
• Understand and adhere to the Company's risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company's Risk Appetite.
• Identify risk‑related issues needing escalation to management.
• Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
• Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

Scope of Responsibilities

The position may mentor and provide guidance to less experienced personnel or other staff.

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 1 year’s relevant work experience with direct client contact.
• OR in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 5 years of higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 1 year’s relevant work experience with direct client contact.
• Strong focus on customer service and satisfaction.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Education and Experience Preferred

• Bachelor's degree focused on Finance, Business, Economics or Accounting with a minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience with direct client contact.
• CCTS (Certified Corporate Trust Specialist) certification if corporate trust focus.
• Strong skills in pertinent software applications, with ability to rapidly learn new applications.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build significant level of trust with clients.
• Self‑confident.
• Proven ability to work well with highly capable and successful individuals.
• Strong analytical ability.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong working relationships with administrative support areas appropriate to the business unit.
• Experience contributing to positive working relationships and maintain integrity and professionalism.

Location

London, United Kingdom