Strategic Client Partner — AI-Driven Growth Leader

Cognizant; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays plus PTO

401(k) plan and contributions

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a seasoned Client Partner to own end-to-end account relationships and drive growth across strategic accounts in a hybrid model in New Jersey. You will lead client engagement strategies, ensure profitable execution, and collaborate with delivery, finance, and innovation teams at Cognizant.

The role requires deep industry and technology understanding, strong leadership, and a track record of building trust and inclusive cultures within large organizations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15+ years in a client-facing or account leadership role within IT professional services or management consulting.
• Proven ability to lead a client P&L of at least $50-70 million with strong CXO-level relationship skills.
• Deep understanding of business problems, technology, and service domains for targeted industries.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end account relationships, driving rapid business expansion and revenue growth.
• Lead engagement strategies, quantify pursuit costs, and drive accountability for revenue and profit growth.
• Review account performance with delivery, operations, and finance; participate in senior management reviews.

Skills

CxO relationship-building

P&L management

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Client leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MS or MBA

Job description

Cognizant is seeking a seasoned Client Partner to own end-to-end account relationships and drive growth across strategic accounts in a hybrid model in New Jersey. You will lead client engagement strategies, ensure profitable execution, and collaborate with delivery, finance, and innovation teams at Cognizant.

The role requires deep industry and technology understanding, strong leadership, and a track record of building trust and inclusive cultures within large organizations.