Client Partner - Higher Ed/Edtech

Galent; New Jersey; On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Galent, a leader in EdTech, seeks an experienced Client Partner/Account Manager to manage strategic US client relationships and drive growth.

You will lead globally distributed delivery teams and oversee AI-native solutions, digital content services, and modern learning platforms that empower institutions.

A successful candidate will combine deep industry knowledge with executive presence to navigate complex enterprise engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years in account management, client partnerships, or business development in EdTech/Higher Education/Digital Publishing.
• Proven leadership of large, globally distributed teams and complex delivery architectures.

Responsibilities

• Manage key US client relationships and drive growth opportunities.
• Lead globally distributed delivery teams to fulfill commitments.
• Deliver AI-native solutions, digital content services, and modern learning platforms.

Skills

Client relationship management

Strategic account leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation and influence

Education

Bachelor’s in Business Administration

Education Technology

Computer Science

MBA

Job description

Client is seeking an experienced Client Partner/Account Manager with deep expertise in EdTech and Digital Learning. You will manage key US client relationships, lead globally distributed teams,

and deliver value through AI-native solutions, digital content services, and modern learning platforms.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Education Technology, Computer Science, or related field (MBA preferred).
• Experience: 10+ years in account management, client partnerships, or business development within EdTech/Higher Education/Digital Publishing.
• Leadership: Proven success leading large, globally distributed teams and managing complex delivery architectures.
• Commercial Scale: Direct P&L ownership of $5–6M with consistent revenue growth and profitability.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of EdTech challenges, AI-native personalization, and compliance standards (FERPA, COPPA, WCAG).

Technical Acumen:

Familiarity with analytics, cloud ecosystems, and AI-driven solutioning.

Soft Skills:

Exceptional communication, negotiation, and executive presence with fluency in the US enterprise/institutional market.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.