About the role

As the Manager of Client Relationship Management, you are responsible for leading the excellent delivery of services through a culture of imaginative thinking and decisive leadership. You will direct a team of relationship managers in cultivating robust, long-term partnerships, ensuring that the strategic needs of our most critical accounts are met with innovative solutions and expedited support. This position requires the ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with key stakeholders to solve complex issues, transforming client challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth. Through comprehensive oversight and bold strategy, you will ensure the account management function remains a pivotal driver of customer satisfaction and revenue expansion.

What you get to do every day

• Define and communicate service delivery strategies for high-visibility plan sponsors to ensure an exceptional experience for our highest-revenue clients.
• Translate customer objectives into team strategies that maximize plan value and reduce administrative burdens for clients and partners.
• Oversee account manager engagement to ensure timely, effective communication and the appropriate negotiation of client priorities.
• Cultivate cross-functional internal relationships to serve as a strategic escalation point for complex issues across the book of business.
• Manage team caseloads and performance with a focus on maintaining high retention rates and anticipating client needs.
• Resolve systemic operational hurdles to ensure permanent resolution of recurring issues and improve the overall client experience.
• Govern compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to ensure timely service delivery for critical and sensitive partners.
• Drive operational excellence by optimizing processes and tools that empower the team to resolve escalations and identify growth opportunities.

What you bring to the role

• 3+ years of experience in a customer-facing leadership role, with a proven track record of managing high-performing teams and resolving complex customer escalations.
• 5+ years of experience in the retirement industry, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of 401(k)/403(b) plan functions and the retirement product life-cycle.
• Possession of a QKA or QKS designation, or a commitment to begin the certification process within 30 days of hire.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team in a fast-paced environment, leveraging internal subject matter experts to resolve issues for critical partners and high-revenue clients.
• Ability to navigate complex tools and resources to drive results and optimize processes without direct oversight, leading with autonomy and customer obsession.
• Exceptional organizational and data aptitude; able to manage team caseloads, prioritize competing deadlines, and oversee multiple high-visibility projects.
• Ability to communicate with confidence, professionalism, and empathy across all levels of an organization, from internal stakeholders to executive-level client partners.
• Ability to remain composed in high-stress situations while conveying empathy for both customers and employees, especially during critical escalations.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong aptitude for analyzing data to identify trends and improve team performance.

Compensation - At Human Interest, there are a number of factors that are used to determine the appropriate pay range for each position. We take into account the cost of labor for each position in various markets across the U.S. The base salary for this position spans $100,000 - $110,000 annuallyand represents the minimum in our lowest geographic region to a maximumin our highest geographic region. The salary we offer to a new employee within this range is based on their location within the U.S., their relevant job-related skills, and experience. At Human Interest, base salary is one component of the overall total rewards package. Depending on the position, additional compensation components such as bonuses, commissions, and equity may be offered. All of our employees are offered a robust suite of physical, financial, and mental wellness benefits. In compliance with applicable laws, we do not inquire about salary history, or about criminal history prior to a conditional offer of employment.

Benefits -

• A great 401(k) plan: Our own! Our 401(k) includes a dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4% of compensation (immediately vested) and $0 plan fees
• Top-of-the-line health plans, as well as dental and vision insurance
• Competitive time off and parental leave
• Addition Wealth: Unlimited access to digital tools, financial professionals, and a knowledge center to help you understand your equity and support your financial wellness
• Lyra: Enhanced Mental Health Support for Employees and dependents
• Carrot: Fertility healthcare and family forming benefits
• Candidly: Student loan resource to help you and your family plan, borrow, and repay student debt
• Monthly work-from-home stipend; quarterly lifestyle stipend
• Engaging team-building experiences, ranging from virtual social events to team offsites, promoting collaboration and camaraderie.