Client Success Manager
AIS, Inc. · Villa Park, IL · 6 days ago
OTHR$65k–$75k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for an assigned portfolio of key and strategic client accounts
- Build, grow, and strengthen long-term client relationships, ensuring exceptional service and retention
- Conduct regular account reviews, roadmap sessions, and budgeting conversations with clients and stakeholders
- Address client inquiries, escalations, and service needs with accuracy, urgency, and professionalism
- Maintain detailed and up-to-date client documentation within the company CRM
- Act as a mentor and resource for Junior Client Success Managers, supporting training, development, and best practices
- Provide guidance on account management strategies, client communication, and internal processes
- Aid Senior CSMs and the Director of Client Success with high-priority initiatives, internal coordination, and special projects
- Participate in prospecting calls to help qualify opportunities
- Support pre-sales activities, including gathering requirements, documenting needs, and preparing client-facing materials
- Identify upsell, cross-sell, and expansion opportunities within existing accounts
- Assist with contract negotiations and manage renewals for assigned accounts
- Monitor and forecast key performance indicators (KPIs) related to client health, engagement, and satisfaction
- Provide internal and external reporting on account activity, performance, and growth opportunities
- Participate in company events, trade shows, and networking activities to support brand visibility and lead generation
- Lead and manage client referral opportunities from initial engagement through deal closure
Qualifications
- 1–3 years of experience in account management, customer service, or a related role, preferably in the technology or IT services industry
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Basic understanding of IT infrastructure, cloud services, and managed services concepts
- Properly sets and manages expectations
- Exceptional customer service skills and approach
- Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with different internal teams, team-player mindset
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing client needs
- Excellent presentation and public speaking skills
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and industry trends
- Customer-focused mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional service
- Ability to simplify complexity