Senior Client Success Manager

Finalsite Senior Client Success Manager

Finalsite is the most valued partner for K12 schools to build trust, strengthen community, and grow enrollment. Ranked among the best EdTech Companies in America, Finalsite supports more than 7,000 schools and districts worldwide with an integrated platform for websites, communications, mobile apps, enrollment, and marketing services.

Headquartered in Glastonbury, Connecticut, Finalsite is a global company with employees working remotely across nearly every U.S. state, as well as throughout Europe, South America, and Asia.

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, connected, and empowered to grow. That's why we invest in our employees through competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative culture built on partnership and purpose. Whether you're looking to expand your skills, take on new challenges, or make a meaningful impact in education, Finalsite offers the opportunity to grow your career while helping schools thrive.

At Finalsite, every interaction matters with our clients, with each other, and with the schools and families we serve. Join us and help shape stronger school communities around the world.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Client Partnership: Serve as a consultative advisor, understanding client organizational structure (K12, charter, independent) and strategic goals.
• Account Ownership & Retention: Drive net revenue retention and manage the renewal process through proactive relationship-building and value articulation.
• Value and Adoption Driver: Maximize product adoption and demonstrate platform value to reinforce client investment and loyalty.
• Growth Identification: Proactively identify, qualify, and transition upsell and cross-sell opportunities to the Sales team.
• Supplemental Services Sales: Proactively sell training and consulting services to accelerate and deepen product adoption.
• Risk Management: Monitor client health (scores, CSAT/NPS, usage) and proactively implement strategic interventions to mitigate churn risk.
• Client Advocacy: Act as the internal advocate, coordinating cross-functional teams to remove technical, commercial, or operational roadblocks.
• Internal Leadership: Identify and lead cross-organizational conversations to improve communication and reduce friction.
• Market and Industry Expertise: Serve as a knowledge leader for market trends, industry developments, and competitor strategies.
• Team Support and Mentorship: Play a support role in other team members' projects and success meetings, and provide mentorship opportunities by inviting them into your projects.
• Innovation and Adaptability: Adapt to changes in the market, customer needs, and technology, and introduce innovative strategies, processes, or products for growth.
• Process Excellence: Ensure data integrity by completing all tasks in the Client Success Platform (ChurnZero), SalesForce, and adhering to team SOPs. Consistently execute and log all required engagement activities for proactive and timely client portfolio support.

Qualifications and Skills

• 5-7 years of experience in client success, support, sales, implementation, or a related function, preferably in a SaaS or education-focused environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; empathetic, consultative, and confident in negotiation and conflict resolution scenarios.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented; capable of managing a portfolio of accounts with varying needs and timelines.
• Strong multitasking ability in a fast-paced environment, with the agility to shift priorities as needed.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing to a highly collaborative team culture.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• A passion for K12 education and commitment to Finalsite's mission.

Residency Requirement

Finalsite offers 100% fully remote employment opportunities, however, these opportunities are limited to permanent residents of the United States. Current residency, as well as continued residency, within the United States is required to obtain (and retain) employment with Finalsite.

Disclosures

Finalsite is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact Finalsite's People Operations Team. Finalsite is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Finalsite will ensure that persons with disabilities or special needs are provided a reasonable accommodation. Ensure your Finalsite job offer is legitimate and don't fall victim to fraud. Ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of verbal communication and ensure all email correspondence is from a finalsite.com email address. For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at finalsite.com/jobs.