Location: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Industry: Financial Services | Investment Services | Client Relationship Management
WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with a global financial services organisation to recruit an experienced Senior Client Service Executive. This opportunity is ideal for a client-focused professional who enjoys building long-term relationships, managing multiple stakeholders, and delivering exceptional service within a fast-paced, international environment.
This role offers ownership of a portfolio of enterprise-level clients, exposure to global financial markets, and the opportunity to become a trusted advisor while working closely with institutional investors, custodian banks, tax authorities, and internal stakeholders.
About the RoleAs a Senior Client Service Executive, you will take ownership of a portfolio of institutional clients, managing relationships and ensuring the successful execution of end-to-end client service processes. You will coordinate documentation, proactively manage reclaim activities, collaborate across multiple teams, and ensure clients receive exceptional service throughout their engagement.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a client-facing environment, enjoys solving problems, and is highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Key ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of assigned clients
Build and maintain long-term client relationships to drive client satisfaction and retention
Manage the end-to-end reclaim documentation process
Liaise with clients, custodian banks, tax authorities, and internal teams to request, collect, reconcile, and validate documentation
Ensure documentation complies with jurisdictional requirements
Collaborate with internal departments to resolve reclaim-related issues
Drive client reclaims through to successful submission
Prepare and present regular reports on client reclaims and additional opportunities
Monitor client satisfaction and proactively address concerns
Support operational improvements and contribute to strategic business objectives
Maintain exceptional service standards while managing multiple client priorities
What You'll BringCA(SA), CFA, or BCom Finance Honours
Minimum 2 years' experience in client service, account management, or a similar client-facing role
Financial services experience advantageous
Strong client relationship management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional organisational and multitasking ability
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word
Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
Proactive problem-solving mindset
Collaborative approach to working across internal and external stakeholder groups
Passion for delivering exceptional client service
Process-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
Nice to HaveExperience managing enterprise or institutional clients
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Exposure to investment management, banking, tax recovery, or financial services
Experience working with international stakeholders
Knowledge of cross-border financial markets or global investment operations
Experience preparing client reports and managing operational workflows
What's On OfferCompetitive market-related remuneration
Performance-based incentives and career progression opportunities
Ownership of a dedicated portfolio of institutional clients
Direct client-facing exposure with global organisations
Ongoing learning and professional development
Opportunity to work within a collaborative, high-performance team
Exposure to international financial markets and institutional investment operations
Company CultureThis organisation values performance, collaboration, and continuous learning. Employees are empowered to take ownership of their work, build meaningful client relationships, and contribute to a culture of excellence and innovation. The environment is fast-paced, supportive, and rewarding, offering professionals the opportunity to develop their careers while working alongside experienced industry experts.
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