Client Relationship Manager Jobs in Illinois
Client Relationship Manager jobs in Illinois are active across financial services, insurance, healthcare, and B2B technology, with openings at every level from entry-level account coordinator through senior relationship director. Chicago anchors the market, but Schaumburg and Naperville also draw steady hiring from large corporate campuses. Employers like Northern Trust, Aon, and Salesforce maintain significant Illinois presences and consistently recruit for client-facing relationship roles, especially in wealth management, commercial insurance, and enterprise software. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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POSITION SUMMARY
Registered Client Relationship Analysts provide exceptional service to our clients and support Financial Advisor(s) (FAs)/ Private Wealth Advisor(s) (PWAs)/ teams on a daily basis. Through regular interactions with clients, individuals in this role build trusted relationships. Leading with a client first mindset, a successful candidate for this role will have strong interpersonal skills and will be able to assist clients with their everyday needs.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
CLIENT SUPPORT
- Provide service coverage for a FA/PWA/team including:
- Supporting the FA/PWA/team in cultivating and enhancing new and existing client relationships
- Executing money movement transactions at the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/team
- Answering general non-investment related questions concerning client accounts, including relaying stock positions and providing account balances (e.g., funds due and margin debit)
- Enter profile information or pre-fill account documentation on client accounts and/or documents in a clerical capacity at the direction of the client and/or FA/PWA/team
- Educating or enrolling clients in digital tools (e.g. MSOnline, eSign, eAuthorization)
- Onboard and maintain client accounts, including collecting client information and required documentation in a clerical capacity at the direction of the client and/or FA/PWA/team
- Provide existing clients with details around their account information (e.g., investment objectives, risk tolerance)
- Accept or enter unsolicited orders and/or enter solicited orders in a clerical capacity at the direction of the FA/PWA/team
- Assists Financial Advisor(s) / team in delivering against their business plan and client service model
- Supporting the Financial Advisor/ team marketing strategy (e.g, website maintenance)
- Assist FAs/PWAs/teams in a clerical capacity with research relating to investment portfolio holdings, performance reporting, etc. and preparing materials for client meetings using firm approved systems
- Assist with data entry for key client needs such as new account opening and financial planning at the direction of the FAs/PWAs/teams
- Remaining current on all policies, procedures and new platforms
- Participating in firm initiatives (e.g., training or education programs), special projects and/or other duties directed by local management
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT:
- Answering inbound phone calls or making outbound calls with updates on service requests (e.g., scheduling follow-up calls with Financial Advisor / teams as needed)
- Managing the calendar including coordinating meetings or events with logistics such as material prep (e.g., maintaining agendas, sending calendar invites with Zoom credentials)
- Maintaining travel itineraries, preparing expense reports and managing the reimbursement process
- Assisting with general in-office support functions such as copying, filing and scanning documentation
- Preparing and submitting expense reports for processing at the direction of the FA/PWA
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, and SKILLS:
Education and/or Experience
- High School Diploma/Equivalency
- College degree preferred
- Active Series 7 (GS), and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA)
- Two or more years of industry experience preferred
Knowledge/Skills
- Knowledge of financial services products, including but not limited to equities, bonds, options, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, and managed accounts
- Detail orientated with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
- Exceptional writing, interpersonal and client service skills
- Strong time management skills
- Team player with the ability to collaborate with others
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Adaptable and ability to multitask
- Goal oriented, self-motivated and results driven
Reports to:
- Business Service Officer
To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:
At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.
Salary range for the position: $35,360 - $90,000 / Yr. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component. Morgan Stanley offers a full spectrum of benefits, including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Day Care Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave consistent with state and local law, Parental Leave and 10 Vacation Days annually), 10 Paid Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability, in addition to other special perks reserved for our employees. Please visit benefits.morganstanley.com to learn more about our benefit offerings.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.
Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.
For more information, please visit : https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo .
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Top Industries Hiring
- Fintech
- Banking & Financial Services
- Investment & Asset Management
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in client relationship manager jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, marketing, or a related field required
- Two or more years of direct client-facing account management or relationship management experience
- Demonstrated ability to manage a book of business and meet retention targets
- Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or Microsoft Dynamics
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for executive-level client presentations
- Series 7 or Series 63 license preferred for roles in Illinois financial services firms
Client Relationship Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a client relationship manager in Illinois?
Most Illinois employers require a bachelor's degree in business, finance, communications, or a related discipline as the starting point. The role carries no state-issued license in Illinois for most industries, though financial services positions often expect FINRA registrations such as the Series 7 or Series 63, administered through a sponsoring firm. Building experience in sales support, account coordination, or customer success at an Illinois company is the most common path to a first relationship management title.
Which companies hire client relationship managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring client relationship managers in Illinois right now include Morgan Stanley, Cognizant, and U.S. Bank, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Illinois's deep concentration of financial institutions, insurance headquarters, and enterprise technology firms means demand for this role stays consistent throughout the year.
Which Illinois cities have the most client relationship manager jobs?
Chicago, Oak Brook, and Northbrook have the most client relationship manager openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the majority of postings because of its dense concentration of financial services firms, insurance carriers, and corporate headquarters, while Schaumburg and Naperville attract hiring from major suburban campuses where technology companies and professional services firms are anchored.
Are there remote client relationship manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than many comparable roles, because client relationship management is fundamentally communication and account oversight work that translates well to remote settings. About 75% of client relationship manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting employer flexibility that has held since pandemic-era shifts. Strategic account and enterprise relationship roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles involving regular on-site client visits remain predominantly in-person.
How can I get hired as a client relationship manager in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a customer success associate or sales support coordinator role at a Chicago-area firm, where you gain direct client interaction before moving into a named relationship management title. Large Illinois employers in financial services and insurance, including firms headquartered in the Loop and the northern suburbs, regularly bring in new graduates through rotational programs and associate tracks. Building proficiency in Salesforce and earning a FINRA Series 63 while in an entry role signals readiness for a client relationship manager promotion.
Where can I find and apply to client relationship manager jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to client relationship manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across Chicago, the suburbs, and downstate markets. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to each one.
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