Client Account Manager

U.S. Bank; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Bank invites applications for a Client Account Manager in Payment Services. You will be the strategic face of the division, managing a portfolio of client accounts, driving growth, and delivering actionable insights to improve performance.

This role emphasizes renewals, negotiations, and strong client partnerships across multiple channels. Candidates should have at least two years in client management within payments, excellent negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum two years of client management experience in the payments industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow client relationships.
• Own and manage a portfolio of client accounts, ensuring engagement and satisfaction.
• Drive account growth by identifying opportunities to expand services and profitability.
• Serve as a trusted advisor aligning Payment Services solutions to client objectives.
• Develop and deliver strategic insights and recommendations.
• Manage renewals and support negotiations.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Account management

Project management

Problem solving

Data interpretation

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Job description

At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions, enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed in the right ways, all more confidently and more often—that’s what we call the courage to thrive. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One. As a wholly owned subsidiary of U.S. Bank, Elavon is committed to building the platforms and ecosystems that help over 1.5 million customers around the world to achieve their financial goals—no matter what they need. From transaction processing to customer service, to driving innovation and launching new products, we’re building a range of tailored payment solutions powered by the latest technology. As part of our team, you can explore what motivates and energizes your career goals: partnering with our customers, our communities, and each other.

Job Description

The Client Account Manager is the strategic face of Payment Services to the client, representing multiple business channels. They are responsible for the overall management of a book of accounts, including maintenance, growth, increased profitability, strategic direction, overall client satisfaction, and contract renewals. Consults with clients through data analysis, industry education, presentation of performance results and recommending action to improve performance. Is the escalation point for both internal and external client issues.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage and Grow Client Relationships
• Own and manage a portfolio of client accounts, ensuring strong engagement, retention, and overall satisfaction
• Drive account growth by identifying opportunities to expand services and increase profitability
• Serve as a trusted advisor, aligning Payment Services solutions to client business objectives
• Deliver Strategic Insights
• Analyze client performance data and translate insights into actionable recommendations
• Present performance results and strategic recommendations in a clear, client-focused manner
• Educate clients on industry trends, best practices, and emerging opportunities within payments
• Account Strategy & Renewals
• Develop and execute account strategies that support long-term client success
• Manage contract renewals and support negotiation efforts to ensure mutually beneficial outcomes

Basic Qualifications

• Associate's degree, or equivalent work experience
• Typically two or more years of client management experience in payments industry

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Strong contract negotiation, account management and project management skills
• Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Ability to identify and resolve exceptions and to interpret data
• Proven customer service/relations skills
• Proficient computer navigation skills using a variety of software packages including Microsoft Office applications
• Strong presentation, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

This role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week. If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits:

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Basic term and optional term life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Pregnancy disability and parental leave
• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
• Adoption assistance
• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
• Review our full benefits available by employment status here.

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.

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The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $59,040.00 - 72,160.00 U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures. Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies. Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.

At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.