Client Executive - Haywards Heath

The Role The role of the Client Executive will be to assist the Portfolio Manager/s (PM) and portfolio team with risk and relationship management of the specific client portfolio (to include monitoring of all controls, collateral management and processing, client payments and liaising with clients directly). Supporting the CE Manager and Portfolio Manager/s with the administrative function of the back office, to include remittance and collateral analysis, monthly reconciliation, processing of debt soundings and client payments. Maintenance of collateral audit database and ensure effective client service. The Responsibilities Assist and support the Portfolio Managers: Incorporates all aspects of managing the relationship between specific Clients and the company. Act as the day-to-day internal contact for the operation of the Clients ABL / Lendscape accounts. Ensure all daily client functions are completed, to include cash, payments, soundings, reconciliation and collateral updates. Maintenance of Lendscape and other bank systems / standing data. Support PMs to ensure compliance with all required visits / meetings and reporting. Manage Client information in accordance with pre-agreed terms and conditions Chasing and updating monthly (or such other required frequency) collateral (AR, stock, fixed asset valuation) figures. Ensuring all monthly AR / stock reconciliations are processed within the month or timely manner and any issues escalated to PMs and Manager Operations. Ensure timely receipt of statutory audited accounts, monthly management information and client forecasts in accordance with the frequency required by Client documentation. Collate and prepare information for audit purposes, liaising with audit function when required. Implement any audit recommendations following discussion with PMs. Conduct soundings process for specific Clients, escalating issues when required Assist in the New Client process Responsibility for completion of necessary set-up paperwork for new clients Prepare new Client files (electronic and paper) Assist with the set up of new client accounts onto the systems, liaising with the US department, company sales support and other areas as required. Other Responsibilities Liaise with US department to ensure timely reporting and month end processing. Processing of client charges and facility transfers including Lendscape and GL Postings. The Requirements Detailed understanding of Asset Based Lending products and associated risk areas. In depth knowledge of Lendscape or system and functionality. Ability to read basic financial data and enter on to spreadsheet. A good customer focused approach, with the ability to work as part of a team. Ability to plan and prioritise to achieve deadlines as required