Relationship Managers perform research on competitor practices, increasing their awareness of how technology impacts the business. They analyse business data and develop initiatives that will increase company performance and productivity as well. Managers communicate with different departments and internal members effectively coordinating their efforts.
A Relationship Manager usually performs many of the following tasks:
•  Ensuring management reports are available
•  Maintaining records
•  Delivering quality customer experience
•  Producing strategies
•  Measuring customer satisfaction
•  Communicating with internal members
• Providing customized financial solutions

• Service focused
• Being professional
• Using initiative
• Interpersonal relationships
• Planning
• Organising
• Negotiation
• Decision making
• Communication and listening
• Networking skills
• Mathematics and computer
• Attention to detail
• Financial products and markets

A Bachelors Degree is helpful in getting a job as a Relationship Manager. Studying Mathematics, Statistics, Accounts, Business Administration, Finance or Economics prepares Managers for this job. Some job seekers may start out with HNC/HND qualifications. However, to be competitive for job promotion higher certifications must be attained.