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Account / Relationship Management

About Us

At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.

Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.

Who We Are

We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life.

Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them.

We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.

What We Do

Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs.

Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.* For more information, visit transamerica.com.

Job Description Summary

Responsible for the relationship management of an assigned group of Retirement Plan Clients. The Client Executive/Relationship Manager is accountable for client satisfaction, profitability, and retention. Client Executive/Relationship Manager will need to be well versed in Defined Contribution Plans, Defined Benefit Plans, and Total Retirement Outsourcing.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Manage an assigned book of business, providing strategic and tactical planning through proactive meetings and touch points with advisors and clients, including annual plan reviews.
Cross sell additional products and services to deepen client relationships and improve profitability using a consultative approach.
Serve as the escalation point for service related issues. Identify root causes and design strategies to resolve; manage resources through to resolution.
Consult with clients and advisors on qualified plan design issues. Interpret and explain plan provisions to accomplish client goals.
Analyze and interpret discrimination testing rules and results; consult on solutions.
Consult with client and advisors on plan enhancements and upgrades, including conversion of older investment contracts to newer products.
Keep clients and advisors apprised of product and service enhancements, including changes in investment options and new Transamerica products.
Train clients on company processes, procedures and resources, to include systems/technology used by participants and plan sponsors.
Consult with clients on participant communication strategies and options. Schedule workshops and facilitate fulfillment of enrollment materials. Provide reporting on the success of strategies and programs.
Consult with clients on plan termination issues; submit plan termination requests for processing.
Stay abreast of corporate actions, such as company mergers/acquisitions to proactively consult with clients and advisors.
Ensure a balance is kept between competing interests of clients and providers.
Manage special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a business related field or equivalent education/experience.
Ten years of retirement industry or similar experience.
FINRA Series 6 and 63, and Life Insurance License. Or obtain within six months.
Thorough understanding of ERISA and retirement industry trends.
Advanced knowledge of retirement programs and subject matter expertise in plan management, including technical, compliance, administration, investment, and participant solutions.
Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building skills.
Decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Research skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced skills in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Working Conditions:

Commuting Remote employees will need to report to a Company office location at times, but will perform their work primarily remotely. (Located in Midwest Region preferred)
Travel (25% - 50%)

Compensation

**Please note that the compensation information that follows is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to applicable pay transparency and compensation posting laws. It is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid in certain Company locations.**

The Base Salary for this position generally ranges between $110,000 - $125,000 annually. This range is an estimate, based on potential qualifications and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

In addition, this position is currently eligible for an annual bonus.

This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation in order to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

Worried about not having every single qualification listed? It’s okay. If it’s a role you’re interested in, we encourage you to apply. Employees who enjoy their jobs are one of our favorite things.

What We Offer

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.

Compensation Benefits

Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees

Benefits Package

Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities

Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits

Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
College Coach Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and Diversity Programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs

Inclusion & Diversity

We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.

To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all.

Giving Back

We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.

Transamerica’s Parent Company

Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.* It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.

* As of December 31, 2023