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Relationship Specialist

AT Charles Schwab
Charles Schwab

Relationship Specialist

Fairlawn, OH

Salary: USD $50,000 - $65,000 / Year

Your opportunity

At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us "challenge the status quo" and transform the finance industry together. Schwab Retirement Plan Services, an affiliate of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. is one of the leading providers of bundled retirement plan services. For mid-to large sized companies, Schwab offers full service retirement plans featuring complete retirement services from a single source. Schwab's combined expertise in recordkeeping and related services, investment choice and award-winning participant experience and education (including retirement plan advice) and high-end technology helps employers offer competitive employee benefits. Schwab Retirement Plan Services, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Charles Schwab Corporation. Schwab Retirement Plan Services provides recordkeeping, administration, participant education and communication, plan design, consulting, actuarial services, and compliance testing for a total of over 1,300 defined contribution, defined benefit, and non-qualified retirement plans. Schwab Corporate Services delivers high quality workplace solutions which enable employees to attain secure financial futures. Our actions and decisions are driven by integrity, by visibility and by advocacy of our clients' best interests.

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As a Relationship Specialist, you are responsible for assisting in the day-to-day servicing responsibilities for Schwab's recordkeeping clients consistent with Schwab's goals and guiding principles. You will support a team of Relationship Managers responsible for our clients' complete satisfaction with Schwab. Included in your responsibilities are the daily administration assignments, such as, researching participant or client related questions, comprehension/application of procedures, processes, and systems, as well as direct contact with Schwab's clients. The Specialist will also participate in the research, development, and production of strategic solutions to meet our retirement client needs including accumulation of supporting documents or reports. The Relationship Specialist will also be required to demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly in both written and face-to-face communications, work collaboratively within the organization, share best practices, and aid in the continuous improvement of the services provided by Schwab.

What you have

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work experience required - directly relevant experience will be considered for a senior role
  • Qualified Plan/Trust administration experience preferred
  • Basic understanding of ERISA, pension, trust, and securities industries preferred
  • Strong communication skills (written and oral), with strong attention to detail and the ability to use appropriate communication channel
  • Working knowledge of Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint required
  • Demonstrated record as a self-starter and fast learner with business and technical acumen
  • Ability to manage multiple workflows at a time and effectively prioritize time sensitive items
  • Ability to analyze data to form meaningful conclusions
  • Previous experience in client service and/or developing client relationships and strong internal partnerships

In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.

What's in it for you

At Schwab, we're committed to empowering our employees' personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you'll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:

  • 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
  • Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
  • Paid parental leave and family building benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

Client-provided location(s): Richfield, OH, USA
Job ID: CharlesSchwab-2024-106548
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program