Senior Relationship Manager, MEP PEP, ERISA - Remote ID-1076

Job Description

Full-time, fully remote position in retirement benefits administration, regularly working 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. Wonderful working environment with opportunity for growth. This position is full-time, salaried, and exempt.

 


Duties

  • Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships by providing support to a group of retirement plans through knowledge, expertise and customer care to all clients taking into account the client segmentation as determined by NBS.
  • Oversee a variety of compliance tasks relating to ERISA retirement plans
  • Develop and promote plan sponsor, advisor, and investment provider relationships
  • Coordinate needs of investment providers, plan sponsors, participants, and advisors. Consult with plan sponsors or advisors concerning regulatory, operational, and service aspects of retirement plans
  • Manage multiple tasks, projects, and deadlines at the same time
  • Understand and ensure retirement plans meet all regulatory and compliance requirements as established by the IRS and DOL
  • Coordinate plan needs with other teams to ensure timely and accurate completion and responses
  • Coordinate support for plan sponsors during IRS audits or DOL investigations
  • Monitor ERISA plan documents for adherence to applicable rules and regulations
  • Attend and facilitate team, department, and company trainings
  • Must gain extensive knowledge of retirement plans through certification within 1 year of accepting this position; maintain QKA designation once obtained
  • Some travel may be required, possibly overnight
  • Actively contribute to a positive team environment
  • Must meet or exceed required level of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in all measured areas
  • Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Vice President

 

 

Qualifications

  • Must have experience with MEP and PEP plans
  • Have excellent customer relation skills including the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships
  • Must be able to understand and advise on cash balance plan topics and issues
  • Ability to communicate clearly with actuary partners and clients
  • Has knowledge of PBGC process
  • Be highly attentive to detail and accuracy of work and maintain an organized approach to duties and responsibilities
  • Personable, highly motivated, hardworking and positive attitude
  • Be well-organized and self-motivated with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
  • Be professional and articulate in both verbal and written communication
  • Have strong computer skills including typing, and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
  • Be able to comprehend and interpret IRS and DOL regulations
  • Work well within a team

 


Education and Experience - Bachelor's degree or work equivalent required. 1 year retirement plan administration experience is required. QPA Credential is preferred.

 


Physical Requirements - This position requires the employee to be seated the majority of the work time.

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