Performant Financial

Strategic Engagement Manager

Performant Financial$90K — $120K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of experience; Master's degree plus 2 years preferred
  • Proficient in using AI tools for developing intelligent prompts/agents
  • Proven track record in account growth and KPI achievement
  • Excellent leadership and client-facing skills
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities
  • Experience managing complex client relationships and driving growth
  • Strong business acumen and contract negotiation skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead client relationships for high-value accounts
  • Own end-to-end relationships as a trusted advisor
  • Develop and execute account growth strategies
  • Conduct quarterly business reviews and strategic planning sessions
  • Identify growth opportunities through upselling and solution expansion
  • Resolve complex client issues with minimal supervision
  • Analyze market trends and provide insights to clients
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver integrated solutions
  • Mentor junior account managers and share knowledge

Benefits

  • Workplace flexibility with a hybrid approach
  • Access to company training and professional development opportunities
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Opportunities for career advancement and mentoring roles
Full Job Description
Position Overview
This role leads the management of high-value or complex client accounts. This role is responsible for strategic planning, client retention, and revenue growth through deep understanding of client needs and business objectives.

What You'll Do:
  • Lead client relationships for high-value or strategic accounts.
  • Own the end-to-end relationship for strategic accounts, acting as a trusted advisor.
  • Develop account growth strategies and execute plans.
  • Lead quarterly business reviews and strategic planning sessions with clients.
  • Identify growth opportunities through upselling, cross-selling, and solution expansion.
  • Resolve complex client issues with minimal supervision, leveraging internal resources.
  • Analyze market trends and provide insights to clients.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver integrated solutions.
  • Mentor junior account managers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.


What You'll Bring to Zelis:
  • Typically has Bach. +4 yrs; Masters +2 yrs Attends company training and regional training in area of expertise. Presents own work to members of department and external consultants and external professional meetings
  • Requires proficiency using AI tools skillfully with an understanding of how to develop/create intelligent prompts and/or agents.
  • Proven track record of growing accounts and meeting KPIs.
  • Excellent leadership and client-facing skills.
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
  • Demonstrated success in managing complex client relationships and driving growth.
  • Strong business acumen and ability to align client needs with company offerings.
  • Experience in contract negotiation and renewal processes.
  • Excellent presentation and stakeholder management skills.


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.

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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