Client Support Assistant

The CSA will primarily focus on providing a client focused service, ensuring client queries and requests are handled accurately, efficiently and within agreed service level agreements and appropriate timescales depending on the nature of the client enquiry. This job will support the continued growth of our Banking and Direct Deposit business.

To place the interests of customers at the centre of all activities, act in a way that is consistent with achieving good outcomes for consumers and to comply with the FCA and PRA's Conduct Rules.
Key Responsibilities:

Client service and Sales support:

Dealing with client payment requests and ensuring that;

Payment call backs have been made in line with ID & V procedures.
Remitting details are correctly obtained for processing.
FX deal tickets are completed where required.
Internal transfers are processed.
All requirements of the payments process are completed correctly. and in a timely manner.

Dealing with internal and external client enquiries for example;

Account enquiries including balances, statement requests, transactional queries.
Card related queries, activation requests, PIN reminders, unauthorized card transactions and liaising with VISA operations about clients card accounts.
Online Banking and Mobile App queries, secure messages and requests including password resets and online payment verifications.
Client cash requests and deliveries in various currencies.
Cheque queries and stop cheque requests.
Standing order and direct debit queries.
Amendments to static data including address changes.
Ordering cheque and paying-in books.

Dealing with and distributing requests and queries received via the teams mailbox including;

Prospective new client enquiries.
Internal or external communications.
Internal or external queries or requests.
Diarising future dated queries & requests.

Dealing with all incoming calls including;

Client and other external enquiries.
Handling the unanswered call overflow from the business.
Checking the team voicemail box and dealing with the phone. messages

Dealing with other requests for example:

Audit letters.
Tax certificates.

General Administration:
Responsible for keeping client records updated
Archiving and keeping paper and electronic filing up-to-date
Assisting in the administration of general office management tasks
Undertaking project work when required

Compliance:
Dealing with clients complaints and errors in a timely manner, including following the laid down process for capturing and investigating errors and complaints.
L iaising with the relationship manager and team to resolve errors and complaints, and acting as the first point of contact for clients

Risk:
Responsible for managing risks inherent to the role by diligently observing internal policies and procedures.

Key Interfaces:
Maintain excellent relationships with Commercial Banking, Operations, Treasury, Risk and Compliance and other stakeholders across the business.

Person Specification Knowledge/ Experience/Skills:

Experience of delivering a high standard of customer care.
Ability to provide a very high level of client service and at all times keeping the client at the heart of everything we do.
Strong numeracy, literacy and computer skills.
An understanding of savings, banking or financial services is desirable.
Previous banking experience desired, preferably in a client liaising role.
Ability to provide a very high level of client service and at all times keeping the client at the heart of everything we do.
Ability to work within a team environment for the benefit of the client, the team and the Bank.
IT literate, and a good understanding of Microsoft Office.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organisational skills.
Strong time management skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, diplomacy and discretion.
High level or accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to learn a variety of banking systems and tasks.
Empathy in handling customer complaints.
A can do attitude.

Competencies:
Client focus.
Team Working.
Planning & Reviewing.
Judgement & Problem solving.
Communication & Confidence. About Us

Life, Work and Benefits
Arbuthnot Latham is committed to equal-opportunities for all staff and candidates. We embrace inclusion & diversity and understand why they are critical for the success of our business and people.
Agile working
Competitive salary, pension & holiday allowance
BUPA Health cover
4x Life Assurance
Income Protection scheme
Discretionary bonus
Market leading maternity/paternity and menopause policies
Flexible benefits

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