<div>Summary </div><div>As an Investment Client Services Analyst you’ll partner with financial representatives, their staff, and home office colleagues to deliver exceptional service on retirement and investment accounts. You’ll resolve inquiries, process transactions, and educate our field partners and clients on options and next steps—all while navigating a dynamic, collaborative, and metrics‑driven environment. </div><div> </div><div>What You’ll Do </div><div>Deliver exceptional service  Provide a personalized, remarkable experience by answering questions, explaining options, and guiding callers through transaction procedures in a call‑center/investment operations setting. </div><div>Own and resolve  Take ownership of cases; resolve semi‑complex to complex inquiries and transactions; anticipate downstream issues to reduce repeat contacts and unnecessary transfers. </div><div>Research and problem‑solve  Investigate and evaluate solutions to complex questions, occasionally deviating from standard procedures to identify root causes and remove friction. </div><div>De‑escalate with empathy  Calmly guide clients and field partners through complex or unique scenarios to a constructive outcome. </div><div>Be a trusted advocate  Act as a champion for our financial representatives and their clients—coordinating with internal partners to meet needs quickly and accurately. </div><div>Leverage technology  Use our systems and tooling to execute transactions efficiently; promote digital and self‑service capabilities by educating field partners. </div><div>Protect privacy  Handle all interactions and transactional work in accordance with confidentiality, privacy, and security standards. </div><div>Adapt and collaborate  Shift priorities as business needs evolve; contribute to team goals and continuous improvement. </div><div> </div><div>Team‑Specific Work (Examples) </div><div>While all ICS Analysts share common responsibilities, your day‑to‑day may emphasize different work depending on team placement: </div><div><ul><li>Asset Movement – Money movement requests (e.g., disbursements, journals, wires). </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Account Maintenance &amp; Features – Ownership/titling updates, address and householding changes, and regulatory/AML‑related maintenance tasks. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Transfers – Inbound/outbound asset transfers (e.g., ACAT/TOA), rollovers, coordinate letters of acceptance and carrier requirements. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>New Account Opening – Guide the field through digital account setup, resolve NIGOs, and ensure timely completion of enrollment steps for brokerage/advisory accounts. </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>Qualifications </div><div><ul><li>Education: Associate’s degree in business or related field—or equivalent combination of education and experience. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Experience: Minimum 4+ years of customer service experience with proven ability to handle complex inquiries; financial services or transaction‑heavy support strongly preferred. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Product Knowledge: Expert understanding of investment or income products and related tax implications. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Communication: Advanced written and verbal skills; able to explain complex processes in clear, plain language. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Continuous Improvement: Demonstrated curiosity and growth mindset; proactive about learning processes and technology. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Technical Skills: Proficiency with current software packages; strong keyboarding and navigation skills. </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>Skills You Have (NM Behaviors) </div><div><ul><li>Adaptive Communication: Tailor complex information for technical and non‑technical audiences. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Attention to Detail: Spot/correct errors; deliver high‑quality, accurate work. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Change Adaptability: Embrace new methods, tools, and evolving priorities. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Root Cause Analysis &amp; Decision Quality: Use data and sound judgment to address issues and reduce recurrence. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Customer Service Mindset: Anticipate needs and solve problems to drive outcomes for clients and field partners. </li></ul></div>This position has been classified as an Associated Person under NMIS guidelines and requires fingerprinting and completion of required form.Non-Registered Fingerprinted - FINRACompensation Range:<div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Pay Range - Start:</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>$22.65<h3></h3><h3></h3><h3></h3>Pay Range - End:$33.98<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Geographic Specific Pay Structure:</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><h3></h3><h3></h3>We believe in fairness and transparency. It’s why we share the salary range for most of our roles. However, final salaries are based on a number of factors, including the skills and experience of the candidate; the current market; location of the candidate; and other factors uncovered in the hiring process. The standard pay structure is listed but if you’re living in California, New York City or other eligible location, geographic specific pay structures, compensation and benefits could be applicable, click <a href="http://careers.northwesternmutual.com/pay-transparency/" target="_blank">here</a> to learn more.Grow your career with a best-in-class company that puts our clients interests at the center of all we do. Get started now!Northwestern Mutual is an <a href="https://www.northwesternmutual.com/equal-employment-opportunity-policy/" target="_blank">equal opportunity employer</a> who welcomes and encourages diversity in the workforce. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which each employee can contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, assume leadership and continue to focus on meeting and exceeding business and personal objectives.