Client Service Specialist, Assistant Vice President
Key Skills
Job Description
Who we are looking for
We are looking for an energetic, individual to join their client service team. With the purpose of managing the back-office services for our asset owner and asset manager clients in the Dutch & Belgium markets. With the goal in driving up client satisfaction levels through proactive engagement.
Why this role is important to us
You will be joining the Investment Services function that allows us to deliver a comprehensive, holistic approach to each client relationship — for asset managers and asset owners, insurance companies, and official institutions globally. It means our client-facing functions work together to bring the very best solutions and services the firm has to offer — across all of our locations, products, and capabilities.
Join us if making your mark on the long-lasting client relationships we build is a challenge you are up for.
What you will be responsible for
Proactive Engagement with Clients:
- Proactive outreach
- Formal Client communications where appropriate operational matters, regulatory driven matters
- Status reporting of open items / current activities.
- Monitor Client Satisfaction deliverables and operational execution for back-office products & services.
- Structured client engagement forums & operational best practise sharing sessions.
- Coordinate product Trainings & facilitate demos, webinars, regulatory updates with subject matter experts as appropriate.
- Client first port of call for operational escalations.
- Client negotiation & dispute resolution of operational errors & claims
- Manage and grow revenue & profitability, identify cross-selling opportunities.
- Seek out strategic revenue opportunities and opportunities for improvement.
Client Solutioning
- Intake and coordination of client-initiated changes
- Client operational initiatives
- New client technology, products & services
- Continuous improvement
- Fund Opening / Closing Transitions
- Client Solutioning / consultation - Support for new client products & fund structures op model
- Review client operating model to identify improvements.
- Query & responsiveness oversight & escalation
- Facilitate Strategic improvements.
Client Governance
- Client KPI reporting.
- Obtain client operational documentation and ensure maintenance.
- Participate in due diligence sessions
- Facilitate regular internal virtual team sessions with internal user groups.
- Support Internal risk management / audit.
- Coordinate client remediation plans – where applicable, coordinate and deliver resolution to client
What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role
- Experience with working within finance sector knowledge of the custody and /or fund accounting is an asset.
- Proficient in using all MS Office applications
- Strong focus on managing and resolving issues
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Language English & Dutch
- Motivated to understand and respond effectively to client needs.
- Flexible and positive attitude.
- Good level of numeracy and ability to analyse financial data.
- Good team player.
- Ability to work to deadlines.
- Able to show initiative and make sound judgements.
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor degree or similar qualification
- 5-7 years’ experience in the financial services sector
- Language: English & Dutch (preferable).
About State Street
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
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Core Responsibilities
The specialist will manage back-office services for asset owner and manager clients, focusing on proactive engagement and operational excellence. They are responsible for resolving client escalations, coordinating product training, and identifying strategic revenue opportunities.
Requirements
Candidates should possess 5-7 years of experience in the financial services sector, with specific knowledge of custody or fund accounting. A bachelor's degree is required, along with proficiency in English and Dutch and strong analytical skills.
Benefits
- Inclusive development opportunities
- Flexible work-life support
- Paid volunteer days
- Employee networks
About State Street
Industry: Financial Services
Company size: 10,001+ employees
At State Street, we deliver leading investment platforms, data, expertise, and solutions that accelerate performance and better decision making. With over 200 years of global financial leadership, we equip institutional investors through a comprehensive suite of capabilities: Investment Services: Integrated front-to-back solutions across custody, accounting, and operations. Investment Management: Index and active strategies from one of the world’s largest asset managers. Markets: Multi-asset trading, FX solutions, and data-driven research to enhance portfolio value. Who We Are • 50,000+ employees worldwide • Active in 100+ markets • #1 in ETF servicing What You’ll Find Here • Executive perspectives and thought leadership • Timely market commentary and macro insights • Our views on investment operations, ETFs, private markets, and digital finance • Stories reflecting our culture, values and commitment to diversity and inclusion