Client Relationship Specialist - GPSG at GreatAmerica · Cedar…

Client Relationship Specialist - GPSG Location: Cedar Rapids, IA GreatAmerica Financial Services is a highly successful entrepreneurial company providing equipment financing to businesses across the United States. Our exemplary customer service, our principle-centered business philosophy and our team-based operating approach are key to our success and growth. We are looking for a key member of our Portfolio Services Group! The Client Relationship Specialist is an integral component of the GreatAmerica Portfolio Services Group (“GPSG”) team, the Client Relationship Specialist (“CRS”) is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the relationship between GPSG and key external clients. This will include ensuring the continued growth and success of existing client relationships, as well as the effective onboarding of new client relationships that have been originated by sales. This is a true hybrid position, requiring both external customer relationship ability, as well as strong internal communication and coordination skills. The CRS will work closely with GPSG clients to understand their unique needs and day-to-day operational issues. Once the client’s needs or issues are understood and documented, the CRS will own the follow-up, working closely with the GPSG internal operational team to ensure a good outcome for the client. Ultimately, the CRS is a strong businessperson, with a capacity to understand key client needs or issues and the organizational skills to ensure strong delivery. As a Client Relationship Specialist, you will: Existing Client Relationships Develop and maintain loyalty over the long-term with key clients. This will be achieved by gaining a deep understanding the client’s business, and encouraging joint projects that are strategically important to the client Champion client requests and issues, ensuring efficient and effective solution Management of GPSG internal Standard Operating Procedure for each client Working with GSPG operations team, ensure that all interactions with clients are well documented Prepare communication plans to keep clients up to date with developments in the Company. As necessary, arrange meetings and lead presentations with clients to review status of relationships Facilitate scheduled calls/meetings with clients to ensure servicing standards and expectations are met New Client Relationship Onboarding Assistance with Onboarding Process for new client relationships Create and update a clearly documented onboarding plan Refinement of Onboarding Process to develop long-term scalable solutions for the onboarding of new clients Working with GSPG operations team, ensure that all onboarding steps are well documented within the SOP’s Facilitate scheduled calls/meetings with client to ensure onboarding is on schedule and meeting needs Internal Communication and Coordination with GPSG operations Team Utilizing internal GPSG client request portal, track and document all client issues and requests To ensure that key accounts receive the appropriate level of service, the CRS coordinates with the GPSG operations teams that deal directly or indirectly with clients The CRS works with the GPSG operations team to ensure the establishment of policies and standards of service for each department and monitors the operation’s performance Updates internal teams with important client news and gives regular updates during Hudl meetings To be successful in this role, you will need: This role requires a person that is self-directed with strong communication, analytical and demonstrates problem solving skills. Relationship Assistance: Provide ownership and single point of contact for key client relationships Build and manage strategic relationships with appropriate counterparts within GPSG client’s business Keep abreast of new industry developments that will influence internal operations and the company-client relationship Communication: Develop strong lines of communication with all levels at key GPSG clients Regularly communicate strategic direction and status of all outstanding client requests/projects to Business Unit and Functional Leadership Create, communicate and manage the prioritized client request map Coordination: Externally, coordinate requests with the client to ensure that they are understood Internally, interface with various departments and functional teams Work with the GPSG operations team to ensure that projects are developed Skills and Abilities Education Working towards a bachelor’s degree or equivalent Experience Entry-level or 1-2 years of work experience in client relationship assistance role Computer Skills Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite. GreatAmerica internal systems knowledge Client utilized systems (e.g. front-end platforms, etc.). Other Requirements Exceptional organizational, analytical and follow-through skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Role will likely include periodic large project-oriented demands with tight deadlines requiring more than standard work hours and the need to respond quickly Must demonstrate sound business judgment Sharing rewards is an integral part of our culture. We believe in the value of hard work and reward our employees beyond the paycheck. Our total rewards package is based on eligibility and includes: Financial Benefits Competitive Compensation Monthly Bonuses for Eligible Employees 401(k) and Company Match Annual Profit Sharing Paid Time Off Health, Wellbeing, and Family Planning Benefits Paid Vacation - starting at 80 hours annually for employees in their first year of service. Paid Sick Days - Ten (10) per year with a conversion option for unused time. Ten (10) Paid Holidays per year Gym Reimbursement Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Short-Term and Long Term Disability Company Paid Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Employee Assistance Program Parental Leave Education and Career Planning Benefits Tuition Assistance Networking Opportunities Leadership Development Opportunities Perks Paid Parking Service Awards Hybrid work arrangements Business casual environment A strong organizational culture focused on our greatest asset: you! If your experience aligns closely, please apply. We value diverse backgrounds and adding new perspectives. We encourage you to apply if you can make a strong impact in this role at www.greatamerica.com/careers. Please note, applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.