Digital Client Success Manager

JobScore, Inc.; Glastonbury (CT); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Finalsite is seeking a Digital Client Success Manager to drive retention and value across a pooled portfolio of US-based accounts. You’ll use scalable, digital-first methods to manage the full post-sale lifecycle—from adoption and relationship development to contract renewal and expansion alignment.

This role requires leveraging technology, data analytics, and scalable communication to manage renewal activity and mitigate risks.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in client success, account management, or client strategy roles, preferably within a SaaS or technology‑driven environment.
• Proven ability to manage both strategic accounts and high-volume, pooled portfolios using scalable methods.
• Deep understanding of the client lifecycle, including proactive adoption planning, risk mitigation, and stakeholder retention.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and value‑based storytelling skills; able to balance client advocacy with business goals.
• Experience with CRM or client success platforms such as Salesforce, Totango, and Zendesk.
• Demonstrated comfort using data to assess client needs, identify moments for engagement, and manage multiple priorities across a fast‑paced portfolio.
• Experience working with automation or scaled communication platforms is a strong bonus.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or relevant certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage post-implementation client relationships with a high focus and fluency of standard client goals and success metrics.
• Monitor and manage outreach and check-ins, training sessions, escalations and strategic business reviews for a high-volume, pooled book of business.
• Execute mid-contract value realization touchpoints using both customized and scaled, lifecycle-triggered outreach to reinforce ongoing value.
• Capture and share client success stories, outcomes, and feedback to inform future product and marketing efforts.
• Tailor outreach and engagement plans based on client segment, product mix, and account health indicators.
• Connect clients to relevant self-service resources and success stories through digital and scaled methods.
• Monitor engagement, usage, and support data via internal tools to proactively track health and flag risk.
• Own renewal preparedness, including 6–12 month planning cycles and contract strategy alignment for strategic accounts.

Skills

Client success

Account management

SaaS

Data analysis

CRM tools

Communication

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Salesforce

Totango

Zendesk

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Finalsite is the most valued partner for K–12 schools to build trust, strengthen community, and grow enrollment. Ranked among the best EdTech Companies in America, Finalsite supports more than 7,000 schools and districts worldwide with an integrated platform for websites, communications, mobile apps, enrollment, and marketing services.

Headquartered in Glastonbury, Connecticut, Finalsite is a global company with employees working remotely across nearly every U.S. state, as well as throughout Europe, South America, and Asia.

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, connected, and empowered to grow. That’s why we invest in our employees through competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative culture built on partnership and purpose. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills, take on new challenges, or make a meaningful impact in education, Finalsite offers the opportunity to grow your career while helping schools thrive.

At Finalsite, every interaction matters — with our clients, with each other, and with the schools and families we serve. Join us and help shape stronger school communities around the world

SUMMARY

The Digital Client Success Manager is responsible for driving retention and value across a portfolio of pooled client accounts. This role utilizes scaled, digital-first methodologies to manage the full post-sale client lifecycle—from adoption and relationship development to contract renewal and expansion alignment. This manager is expected to leverage technology, data analytics, and scalable communication to manage and own renewal activity, proactively identify and mitigate risks, support product adoption, and serve as the internal voice of the client.

LOCATION

100% Remote - Anywhere within the US

RESPONSIBILITIES

Client Strategy & Value Delivery

• Manage post-implementation client relationships with a high focus and fluency of standard client goals and success metrics.
• Monitor and manage outreach and check-ins, training sessions, escalations and strategic business reviews for a high-volume, pooled book of business.
• Execute mid-contract value realization touchpoints (e.g., annual usage review, roadmap check-ins) using both customized and scaled, lifecycle-triggered outreach to reinforce ongoing value.
• Capture and share client success stories, outcomes, and feedback to inform future product and marketing efforts.

Product Adoption and Digital Engagement

• Tailor outreach and engagement plans based on client segment, product mix, and account health indicators.
• Connect clients to relevant self-service resources and success stories through digital and scaled methods.

Account Health and Risk Management

• Monitor engagement, usage, and support data via ChurnZero, Salesforce, ZenDesk and other internal tools to proactively track health and flag risk.
• Manage re‑engagement strategies and ensure accurate documentation of risks, blockers, and remediation steps.
• Handle both inbound support and initiate outbound outreach based on lifecycle triggers or health indicators, escalating complex issues as needed.
• Monitor and manage at‑risk accounts based on usage declines, open support tickets, or client sentiment (e.g., low NPS), and initiate follow‑up or escalation paths.

Renewal Planning and Execution

• Own renewal preparedness, including 6–12 month planning cycles and contract strategy alignment for strategic accounts.
• Renewal opportunity ownership and management including contract review, quoting, negotiation, and opportunity closure
• Partner with Sales to co‑lead renewal opportunities with upsell/cross‑sell potential

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• 3+ years of experience in client success, account management, or client strategy roles, preferably within a SaaS or technology‑driven environment.
• Proven ability to manage both strategic accounts and high-volume, pooled portfolios using scalable methods.
• Deep understanding of the client lifecycle, including proactive adoption planning, risk mitigation, and stakeholder retention.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and value‑based storytelling skills; able to balance client advocacy with business goals.
• Experience with CRM or client success platforms such as Salesforce, Totango, and Zendesk.
• Demonstrated comfort using data to assess client needs, identify moments for engagement, and manage multiple priorities across a fast‑paced portfolio.
• Experience working with automation or scaled communication platforms is a strong bonus.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or relevant certifications are a plus.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Annual and quarterly client renewal rate (logo and dollar)
• Net Revenue Retention (NRR) and Gross Revenue Retention (GRR)
• Number and quality of reactive and proactive outreach activities per month (scaled and strategic)
• At‑risk account recovery rate and escalation responsiveness
• Timeliness and quality of responses to inbound requests
• Salesforce and Totango data completeness and active health tracking percentage

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT

Finalsite offers 100% fully remote employment opportunities, however, these opportunities are limited to permanent residents of the United States. Current residency, as well as continued residency, within the United States is required to obtain (and retain) employment with Finalsite.

DISCLOSURES

Finalsite is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact Finalsite's People Operations Team. Finalsite is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Finalsite will ensure that persons with disabilities or special needs are provided a reasonable accommodation. Ensure your Finalsite job offer is legitimate and don't fall victim to fraud. Ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of verbal communication and ensure all email correspondence is from a finalsite.com email address.