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JOB DETAILS: Client Service Support Manager
This is a full-time role responsible for managing the delivery of services to Clients as well as providing support to Business Development, Client Relationship Management and Operations. The successful candidate shall serve as a link between Business and Clients in ensuring that services are delivered effectively and efficiently.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
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Perform Operational Management duties:
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Develop, maintain and implement Tactical and Operational plans to achieve the Company’s Strategic Goals and Objectives.
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Monitor and review the performance of the Tactical and Operational plans to ensure continued achievement of the Company’s Strategic Goals and Objectives.
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Review and authorise Client instructions, payments and transfers.
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Make decisions on complex/exceptional Client Service instructions / queries.
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Manage and resolve Client complaints when necessary.
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Compile reports and analyse findings as well as other relevant data.
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Liaise with internal support functions (Finance, Risk & Compliance, Special Projects, Marketing, etc)
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Perform Operational Optimisation duties:
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Ensure effective and efficient use of all resources in order to meet both Client Service standards and Financial objectives.
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Continuously review policies, processes, procedures, productivity and performance against agreed standards.
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Continuously review and implement innovative solutions to optimise capabilities and deliver excellent Client Service.
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Perform Management and Leadership duties:
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Manage and lead employees according to the Company’s Vision, Mission and Values.
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Instilling a culture of Client centricity.
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Manage employee performance to ensure quality Client Service is delivered and the Company’s Strategic Goals and Objectives are achieved.
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Provide coaching and mentoring.
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Implement and manage change effectively and efficiently.
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Manage poor performance effectively and efficiently according to Company policies.
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Manage absenteeism effectively and efficiently according to Company policies.
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Ensure employee wellness and engagement is managed and maintained at the required standards.
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Encourage initiatives to enhance Service capabilities.
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Ensure that training needs are accurately identified, planned for and provided.
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Empower employees to be self-managed and self-motivated.
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Empower employees to make decisions and use mistakes as opportunities for growth and development.
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Perform Risk and Compliance duties:
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Ensure that risks are managed and monitored effectively according the Company’s Risk Management Framework.
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Implement, manage and monitor compliance requirements.
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Support Business Development and Client Relationship Management:
Together with the Client Relationship Managers, develop and maintain positive relationships with Clients by:-
Handling and managing the onboarding process of new Clients effectively and efficiently;
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Handling and managing Client queries and complaints effectively and efficiently;
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Communicating all relevant information that is necessary for Clients to be empowered and adequately informed.
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Contribute to Strategic decision-making together with Senior Executives, Management and other relevant Stakeholders.
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Active participation and contribution at Senior management level.
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Will be required to participate and/or report back at Management committees and related forums.
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Perform project and adhoc tasks as and when required.
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Perform back up duties as and when required.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
COMPETENCIES RELATED TO KNOWLEDGE
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Higher School Certificate compulsory.
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Relevant B-degree qualification compulsory.
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At least 5 years relevant Management experience (manage a team of 10-15 employees) and Client Service experience.
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Strong Stakeholder/Relationship Management experience.
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Advanced knowledge of Performance Management, Mentoring and Coaching.
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Thorough understanding of Accounting principles.
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Knowledge of Insurance and Investment business necessary.
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Knowledge of ERM preferable.
COMPETENCIES BASED ON SKILLS
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Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.
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Must be able to communicate professionally and concisely.
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Computer literacy – highly advanced skills.
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Numeric competence – highly advanced.
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Excellent listening skills.
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Excellent interpersonal skills.
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Excellent organising and planning skills.
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Excellent analytical skills.
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Excellent problem-solving skills.
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Excellent decision-making skills.
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Excellent Management and Leadership skills.
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Excellent conflict resolution skills.
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Excellent attention to detail.
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Ability to influence.