Financial ServicesBanking and Finance

Relationship Manager

The Relationship Manager builds and maintains client relationships, understands their financial needs, and delivers tailored banking solutions. This role drives revenue growth through cross-selling and portfolio management.

What Does a Relationship Manager Do?

Grow client portfolio value, maintain high client satisfaction scores, and achieve cross-selling targets while ensuring compliance with client suitability requirements.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

Client Relationship Management

  • Build and maintain long-term client relationships
  • Understand client financial needs and provide tailored solutions
  • Conduct regular portfolio reviews with clients

Business Development

  • Identify cross-selling and up-selling opportunities
  • Acquire new clients through networking and referrals

Do You Have the Skills for This Role?

A Relationship Manager needs 5 core competencies. Here's what's required and at what level.

Must-Have Skills (Advanced)

Communication

Advanced

Interacting with Others

Customer Orientation

Advanced

Interacting with Others

Supporting Skills

Influence

Intermediate

Interacting with Others

Collaboration

Intermediate

Interacting with Others

Adaptability

Intermediate

Staying Relevant

SkillsFuture Skill Levels

3 levels
1

Basic

Recognise and understand fundamental concepts. Apply skills in routine situations with guidance.

2

Intermediate

Apply skills in varied situations independently. Analyse problems and adapt approaches as needed.

3

Advanced

Lead and innovate in complex situations. Evaluate strategies, guide teams, and drive improvements.

European Skills Framework

ESCO

Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.

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Quick Facts

TrackBanking and Finance
Core Skills5
Key Tasks5

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