Customer Success Associate (Chicago)
The Customer Success Associate at Confidential Client is an entry-level role focused on providing exceptional support to clients using the company's SaaS platform. The position involves responding to customer inquiries, troubleshooting issues, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance client engagement, and driving process improvements to ensure customer satisfaction and retention in the wealth management industry.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Fintech / Wealth Management (Sales).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Customer Success Associate (entry-level) to join a fast-growing Customer Success team supporting a fintech / wealth management SaaS platform. This role is frontline customer support: you’ll respond to inbound requests, troubleshoot product and data issues, and partner cross-functionally to improve customer experience, engagement, and retention.
This position is based in Schiller Park, IL with a hybrid work schedule.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond to inbound customer inquiries via email, chat, and phone about the platform and account access.
- Troubleshoot product, data, and technical issues; escalate to management or engineering when needed.
- Help develop and implement systems to monitor product usage and customer health to generate actionable, data-driven insights.
- Act as a voice of the customer — share feedback with product, marketing, and engineering teams.
- Create and refine educational resources and onboarding materials for different customer segments.
- Own small to medium cross-functional projects that improve client experience, processes, and automation.
Qualifications & Experience
- 0–2 years experience in customer support, client success, or account management — fintech, wealthtech, or financial services experience is preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Understanding of, or strong interest in, capital markets and common investment vehicles (Equities, ETFs, Mutual Funds) and portfolio concepts.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer-first mindset.
- Highly organized with excellent time management, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and contributing to team goals.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
Benefits & Perks
- 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) match.
- Professional development stipend and internal mobility opportunities.
- Flexible time off, vacation, sick days, and a celebration day.
- Paid parental leave.
- Hybrid work schedule (in-office + remote flexibility) and summer hours.
- Modern, centrally located offices with snacks, coffee, and weekly lunch credits.
- Regular team events, recognition programs, and a collaborative culture.
Compensation
The base salary range for this role is $50,000–$60,000 USD. Total Cash Compensation (including bonuses/variable pay) is estimated at $55,000–$65,000 USD. Final salary will be determined based on skills and experience and in compliance with applicable pay transparency laws.
Why Join Confidential Client
Join a mission-driven fintech/wealth management team that values curiosity, collaboration, and people-first leadership. You’ll gain hands-on experience in client support, product feedback loops, and data-informed customer success initiatives — with opportunities to grow into more senior success, product, or operations roles.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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