Performant Financial

Client Success Director

Performant Financial$153K — $193K *
Business Services
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 15+ years of experience or Master's degree with 10+ years; proven track record in client success leadership.
  • Proficient in utilizing AI tools for intelligent prompt and agent development.
  • Experience managing large Client Success organizations effectively and at scale.
  • Strong financial acumen with capabilities in operational management.
  • Demonstrated ability to initiate strategic projects and influence executive stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of organizational design and change management principles.
  • Deep understanding of global client success operations and governance.
  • Expertise in technology adoption alongside process transformation.

Responsibilities

  • Define and implement the client success strategy to align with corporate vision and revenue goals.
  • Lead and prioritize the Client Success organization, instilling a culture focused on client excellence.
  • Identify and leverage emerging trends and technologies to enhance the client experience.
  • Influence product development and pricing strategies by representing client success in executive meetings.
  • Develop governance frameworks for client success operations ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Manage large budgets to maximize ROI on client success initiatives.
  • Act as a subject matter expert by sharing strategic insights with partners.

Benefits

  • 401k plan with employer match
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Parental leave options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
Full Job Description
Position Overview
This position provides strategic leadership for the client success organization across multiple regions or product lines. Responsible for defining vision, driving innovation, and ensuring client success contributes to revenue growth and customer loyalty.

What You'll Do:
  • Define and execute client success strategy across multiple regions or product lines, ensuring alignment with corporate vision and revenue goals.
  • Lead Client Success organization setting priorities and driving accountability for results. Foster a culture of excellence and client-centricity.
  • Identify emerging trends and technologies to enhance client experience. Drive adoption of innovative and automated solutions that differentiate the company in the market.
  • Represent client success in executive meetings, influencing product development, pricing strategies, and go-to-market plans based on client feedback.
  • Establish governance frameworks, policies, and standards for client success operations globally. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Oversee large-scale budgets, ensuring efficient resource utilization and ROI on client success initiatives.
  • Act as a subject matter expert, sharing insights and influencing strategic partners.
  • Define enterprise-wide KPIs and ensure consistent measurement and reporting across all regions.
  • Provide training, support, and development opportunities to team members to ensure high performance and engagement.
  • Conduct regular performance reviews, provide feedback, and identify opportunities for professional development.


What You'll Bring to Zelis:
  • Typically has Bach. +15 yrs.; Masters +10 yrs.; Demonstrated accomplishment internally and externally; Has followership in subject matter area; Attends company training and regional training in area of expertise. Presents own work to members of department and external consultants and external professional societies.
  • Requires proficiency using AI tools skillfully with an understanding of how to develop/create intelligent prompts and/or agents.
  • Proven success in leading Client Success organizations at scale.
  • Strong financial and operational management skills.
  • Ability to drive strategic initiatives and influence executive stakeholders.
  • Experience with organizational design and change management.
  • Deep understanding of global client success operations and governance frameworks.
  • Strong strategic planning and organizational design capabilities.
  • Expertise in technology adoption and process transformation.


Please note at this time we are unable to proceed with candidates who require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Location and Workplace Flexibility

Zelis is headquartered in the U.S., with multiple locations across the country and in Hyderabad, India. Check out our locations to learn more about our offices. All employee work locations are based on the needs of the position and are determined by the Leadership team. In-office work and activities vary based on work and team objectives in accordance with Company policies.

While location expectations vary by role, candidates within approximately 50 miles of a U.S. office are generally preferred to support collaboration when needed. Our hybrid approach is flexible, and in-office presence is guided by team and business needs rather than a fixed weekly schedule.

Base Salary Range
$153,000.00 - $193,800.00

At Zelis we are committed to providing fair and equitable compensation packages. The base salary range allows us to make an offer that considers multiple individualized factors, including experience, education, qualifications, as well as job-related and industry-related knowledge and skills, etc. Base pay is just one part of our Total Rewards package, which may also include discretionary bonus plans, commissions, or other incentives depending on the role.

Zelis' full-time associates are eligible for a highly competitive benefits package as well, which demonstrates our commitment to our employees' health, well-being, and financial protection. The US-based benefits include a 401k plan with employer match, flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leaves, life and disability insurance, and health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, duties, and skills from time to time.

About Performant Financial

Performant Financial Corporation is a business services company that provides technology-enabled recovery and related analytics services in the United States. The company primarily offers recovery services to the government and private clients in various markets, such as healthcare, student loans, and general collections. Performant Financial Corporation was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Livermore, California.
Learn more about Performant Financial
Size
1,269 employees
Market Cap
$237.8 million
Industry
Net Income
-$21.5 million
Founded
1976
5 Year Trend
-2.5%
Revenue
$159.7 million
NASDAQ

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