Position Type : Regular
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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.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.
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 Retirement Plan 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.
As a Senior Client Service 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.
- Supporting a team of Client Service Managers responsible for our clients' complete satisfaction with Schwab.
- 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.
- Participating in the research, development, and production of strategic solutions to meet our retirement client needs including accumulation of supporting documents or reports.
- Communicating clearly in both written and face-to-face communications, working collaboratively within the organization, sharing best practices, and aiding in the continuous improvement of the services provided by Schwab.
What you have
To ensure that we fulfill our promise of "challenging the status quo," this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have.
Required Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work experience and directly relevant experience for a senior roleExceptional communication skills (written and oral), with strong attention to detail and the ability to use appropriate communication channelAbility to lead internal and external calls and present material in an effective mannerDemonstrated ability to apply effective strategic thinking to find efficiencies and eliminate manual or risky processesOutcome-oriented with demonstrated ability to deliver the most effective solution possible for our clientsDemonstrated record as a self-starter and fast learner with business and technical acumenAbility to manage multiple workflows at a time and effectively prioritize time sensitive itemsStrong problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to work promptly and flexibly in response to changing prioritiesStrong analytic skills with the ability to quickly analyze data to identify key insights and implications for business decisionsStrong influencing skills / ability to build credibility with clients and internal partners, lead meetings, and drive actionStrong and demonstrated project management skills with the ability to see things through from concept to implementation, with previous experience in managing complex projectsStrong orientation to client service and relationship building, including ability to understand client needs and apply this understanding to consult on appropriate solutionsProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of tools (Word, Excel, PPT, Teams, etc.)Demonstrated subject matter expertise and ability to serve as a resource to others in each areaDepth of knowledge in current role to support mentorship and onboarding of new hiresAbility to travel 5-10%Preferred Qualifications :
Qualified Plan or Trust administration experienceBasic understanding of ERISA, pension, trust and securities industriesWhat's in it for you
At Schwab, you're empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. 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 planPaid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positionsPaid parental leave and family building benefitsTuition reimbursementHealth, dental, and vision insurance