Senior Retirement Plan Administrator

As a member of the Client Services Team, the Senior Retirement Plan Administrator has a diverse knowledge of plan design, compliance, and client relations. They perform leadership duties and efficiency improvements. This position will lead and perform all levels of testing, complete plan documents and provide guidance to team members and clients.

HowardSimon is part of Strongpoint Partners, a leading tech-enabled financial services retirement platform backed by Shore Capital Partners (SCP). Strongpoint and its affiliate partners provide third-party administration of retirement plans and outsourced HR and payroll solutions to small and medium-sized businesses. Strongpoint offers an integrated software platform for retirement planning and payroll, and is pursuing a growth strategy that includes add-on acquisitions and organic growth initiatives. Our culture is defined by teamwork, integrity, innovation, a growth mindset, and a passion for providing great service to our clients.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Manage and perform A-Z administration (plan design, compliance testing, client service, etc) of a complex caseload and sensitive client cases
• Serve as a leader and guide to other plan administrators in supporting client requirements
• Initiate and participate in process improvements
• Complete leadership and/or project management courses
• Provide strategic guidance and assist in defining strategic goals
• Efficiently utilize technology to perform the duties of this position
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as requested
• Maintain team approach by assisting in areas appropriate for this position
• Own stewardship of all assigned business relationships
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• QKA or similar industry certification
• Business degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent
• 8+ years of retirement plan experience
• 8+ years of client services experience
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, CRM software
• Must be organized and detail-oriented
• Exceptional approach to client service focusing on communications, timely solutions, and client needs
• Team player, collaborative, able to work with and through others
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure with multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to act with integrity, be proactive with client needs, seek to continuously improve service, constantly focus on professional growth and work collaboratively with the entire team

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