Customer Success Manager

Wolters Kluwer is a global leader in professional information services that combines deep domain knowledge with specialized technology. Our portfolio offers software tools coupled with content and services that customers need to make decisions with confidence. Every day, our customers make critical decisions to help save lives, improve the way we do business, and build better judicial and regulatory systems.

About the role

The Customer Success Manager (CSM), Professional Services serves as a strategic liaison between customers, Sales Executives, Solutions Consultants, Professional Services, Operations, Product, and other internal stakeholders to ensure successful transitions from sales through project completion and ongoing customer satisfaction. This role supports complex customer engagements from initial scoping through delivery.

The CSM partners closely with Sales and customers to understand business needs, gather requirements, define project scope, and ensure all necessary information is captured to support accurate quoting, order submission, project execution, and successful outcomes.

The Customer Success Manager supports the sales and project lifecycle by responding to inbound customer and sales quote requests, conducting account research, identifying requirements and dependencies, and partnering with internal teams to develop accurate quotes and Statements of Work (SOWs). The CSM ensures that all order submission requirements and deliverables are thoroughly documented and contain the information needed to execute the project effectively.

As a trusted advisor throughout the customer lifecycle, the CSM facilitates cross-functional collaboration, communicates effectively with Sales and customers, helps resolve issues, and proactively identifies opportunities to improve the customer experience and create additional account value. The role is critical to accelerating the project lifecycle, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables, and strengthening long-term customer relationships. A strong understanding of the sales organization, product offerings, professional services, and fulfillment processes is essential. The CSM will also identify opportunities for up-selling and cross-selling that align with customer needs and contribute to revenue growth.

Responsibilities

• Perform activities across the quote-to-order fulfillment lifecycle, including assistance in preparation of price quotes, drafting Statements of Work, researching customer project history, and project management of key engagements.
• Partner with Sales, the customer, and other internal departments to coordinate project communications and issue resolutions, fostering strong relationships with sales executives, customer support reps, and fulfillment teams.
• Guide and assist Sales or customers with their initial and/or repeat projects to increase quality, customer satisfaction, expedite the revenue realization process, and create efficiency in the projects and sales teams.
• Assess, research, and address post-project inquiries from customers, Sales, and Client Support.
• Demonstrate self-motivation, enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and the ability to work with minimal instruction, contributing as a proactive team player with a strong focus on attention to detail.
• Facilitate the transition from Sales to the Professional Services team upon the execution of a Statement of Work, providing knowledge transfer and communications with the customer on designated projects.
• Collaborate with other WK functions to ensure a smooth transition and project execution.
• Facilitate discussions with customers on complex or technical requirements in a manner that the customer understands, thereby removing the responsibility from the sales executive.
• Facilitate complex or non-traditional project requests derived from customer or product needs.
• Document processes, identify potential improvements in workflows, and leverage tools and technology to enhance efficiency and maintain customer satisfaction.
• Complete assigned tasks by pre-established deadlines and handle confidential or proprietary content appropriately.
• Utilize a project management skillset to manage multiple day-to-day activities surrounding specific order or project types to mitigate errors, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines to ensure order fulfillment of a high-quality deliverable on time.

Requirements

• 5-7 years post-secondary education in a related field or equivalent related work experience.
• At least three years in a similar role (Client Service/Account Management/Customer Success/Sales Support).
• Specialized knowledge of or experience with iLien products and projects related to customer engagement.
• Experience working with the following WKLS internal applications: Pricing Central, Verifile, iLien platform, and Account Tools.
• Strong written and verbal skills to communicate confidently and effectively across several internal teams and other Sales Support team members.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Salesforce.com; experience with Smartsheet for project and task management is helpful.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing multiple requests and deadlines while meeting and exceeding performance metrics.
• Proactive mindset and self-motivation in all tasks and responsibilities.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally to resolve technical, procedural, service, or operational issues.
• Experience with data analysis and providing consulting services.
• Passion for learning sales processes and related tools or technologies, including platforms such as Salesforce.com.
• Collaborative mindset and active participation in a robust team environment.
• Strong desire to develop expertise in the lead-to-order process.
• Experience in using PowerPoint or other presentation software to create internal and customer-facing materials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Programs and certifications for professional development such as Lean Six Sigma, Scrum Master, PMP, CPSP, etc., are desired.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans
• 401(k)
• FSA/HSA
• Commuter Benefits
• Tuition Assistance Plan
• Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave

Pay

$89,600.00 - $157,000.00 USD. This role is eligible for Bonus. Compensation range listed is based on primary location of the position. Actual base salary offer is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, and actual hiring location.