Client Partner, Financial Services

Sapient Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive workplace culture

Learning and development opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Work-life balance flexibility

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

Publicis Sapient in New York is seeking a strategic Client Partner for Financial Services to drive growth and deliver transformative outcomes for top-tier clients. You will manage executive relationships, shape digital transformation strategies, and oversee delivery across engagements.

The role requires senior leadership experience, a track record of closing large deals, and a strong network of C-suite relationships in Financial Services.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in consulting or Financial Services leadership roles.
• Deep knowledge of banking, capital markets, insurance, or payments ecosystems.
• Originating and closing complex consulting deals (> $10M annually).
• Executive relationship management.
• Strategic planning and execution.
• Financial analysis and risk management.
• Negotiation and influencing.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to identify and seize growth opportunities.
• Comfort operating in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.
• Track record of building long-term, trust-based client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth and deliver transformative outcomes for top-tier Financial Services clients.
• Act as trusted advisor to C-suite executives.
• Shape strategies addressing digital transformation, regulatory compliance, and AI-driven innovation.
• Blend consultative selling with thought leadership and delivery oversight.

Skills

Executive relationship management

Strategic planning

Delivery oversight

Negotiation

Business development

Entrepreneurial mindset

C-suite advisory

Financial analysis

Risk management

Change management

Education

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

Job Description

Client Partner, Financial Services

The Client Partner is a strategic leader responsible for driving growth and delivering transformative outcomes for top-tier Financial Services clients. This role combines executive-level relationship management, business development, and delivery oversight to ensure measurable impact across client engagements. Acting as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives, the Senior Client Partner shapes strategies that address industry challenges such as digital transformation, regulatory compliance, and AI-driven innovation. The position demands a blend of consultative selling, thought leadership, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in consulting or Financial Services leadership roles, with proven success in managing large-scale transformation programs.
• Deep knowledge of banking, capital markets, insurance, or payments ecosystems.
• Demonstrated ability to originate and close complex consulting deals (>$10M annually).
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred
• Executive relationship management
• Strategic planning and execution
• Financial analysis and risk management
• Negotiation and influencing
• Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to identify and seize growth opportunities.
• Comfort operating in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.
• Track record of building long-term, trust-based client relationships.

Set Yourself Apart With

• Experience leading large-scale digital or business transformation initiatives.
• Deep expertise within Financial Services or closely related industries.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Agile, SAFe, or similar).
• A strong network of senior executive and industry relationships.

What we offer:

• An inclusive workplace that promotes diversity and collaboration.
• Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexibility to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family.
• Generous paid leave and holidays.
• Wellness program and employee assistance.

Level: Director-Senior Director

Base salary: 200,000 - 280,000 base salary + bonus

As part of our dedication to an inclusive and diverse workforce, Publicis Sapient is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.