Full-Time

Technical Account Manager

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Pontera

Pontera

201-500 employees

Platform for managing retirement accounts

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$90k - $120kAnnually

+ Equity Grants

Entry, Junior

New York, NY, USA

Hybrid office work model: In-Office Tues/Weds/Thurs and WFH Mon/Fri.

Category
Customer Success Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Salesforce
Requirements
  • 2+ years of relevant Technical Support / Customer Success experience
  • Demonstrated technical aptitude for, and experience supporting, client-serving and/or web-based applications and SaaS solutions.
  • Excellent project management experience and proven ownership of Customer Support projects and initiatives
  • A flexible and adaptable problem solver - you thrive when you can jump in and have a tangible impact
  • Superlative verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience managing high volume of accounts and support requests
  • The ability to prioritize quickly in a fast-paced environment
  • Positive attitude, collaborative approach to problem solving, and a drive to take initiative
  • Strong familiarity with Salesforce/API/monday.com
  • Plus: SaaS and/or Wealth Management Experience
Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of the Pontera platform and its technical nuances to connect it to firm-level knowledge; act as an internal technical subject matter expert & resource (i.e. Single Sign-On, API, Organization configuration, etc.)
  • Be a dedicated resource to champions of designated Premium Support firms in your book of business
  • Partner with Strategic Relationship Managers to proactively and strategically support key customers in their experience with Pontera, including: attending regular meetings with dedicated firms to manage goals, milestones, risks and overall success; utilizing quantitative and qualitative insights to anticipate potential risks and mitigate impact; and surfacing business related learnings and blockers to the Strategic Relationship Manager
  • Own the full process of onboarding transitioning assets to the platform and ensuring sustained success
  • Detect platform incidents and align key stakeholders for communication and ultimate resolution, and swiftly and expertly resolve escalated customer issues
  • Work with the product team and bring the voice of the customer from Enterprise & Mid-Market organizations to help prioritize feature requests
  • Coordinate communication & training of internal and external stakeholders on new features and product developments
  • Execute on strategic projects that support the success of Technical Account Managers and Pontera as a whole

Pontera provides a platform for financial advisors to manage and monitor their clients' 401k and other retirement accounts. The platform allows advisors to integrate all investable assets into a single portfolio, which helps in offering comprehensive wealth planning. Pontera's service focuses on active management, which has shown to generate an average increase of 3.3% per year, net of fees, compared to non-actively managed assets. This approach can significantly enhance long-term wealth accumulation for investors. Pontera primarily targets financial advisors and their clients, especially those with multiple retirement accounts. The company operates in the wealth management sector and offers a subscription-based service to advisors, enabling them to improve their service offerings and client outcomes. This business model not only provides a steady revenue stream through subscription fees but also enhances client satisfaction and retention for the advisors.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$147.3M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

15%

1 year growth

49%

2 year growth

109%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $60 million funding round and a $550 million valuation indicate strong financial health and growth potential.
  • Partnerships with major firms like Stifel, Ameritas, and CAPTRUST expand Pontera's market reach and enhance its service offerings.
  • The expansion into a new 41,000 square foot space in New York City signals significant growth and operational scaling.

What critics are saying

  • The fintech space is highly competitive, and Pontera must continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • Integration challenges with multiple partners and platforms could lead to operational inefficiencies.

What makes Pontera unique

  • Pontera specializes in enabling financial advisors to manage held-away accounts like 401(k)s and 403(b)s, a niche not widely addressed by other fintech platforms.
  • The platform's seamless integration with existing portfolio management tools provides a unique advantage in delivering holistic financial advice.
  • Pontera's focus on secure and compliant management of retirement accounts sets it apart in the fintech landscape.

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