Client Manager Jobs in Erie, PA (NOW HIRING)

Description

Why join our team at Definiti? If you enjoy tackling challenges and believe in delivering exceptional client service, Definiti may be perfect for you. You can make a difference by helping to improve and secure many retirements, while also helping to grow a dynamic organization. Most roles are fully remote, so you need to be comfortable using technology, be productive in a home office with a reliable internet connection to stay in touch with your team and deliver high-quality service to our clients. Definiti supports your professional growth through comprehensive training and industry credentials and certifications.

Definiti is a national retirement services company that helps clients manage and administer their retirement plans. We help clients define what's possible and what's next for their retirement plans.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Manager of Client Success is responsible for leading, developing, and scaling a team of Client Success Managers (CSMs) to deliver exceptional client outcomes, retain current clients, and grow their books of business through relationship management. This role combines people leadership, operational oversight, and strategic client management to ensure consistent service delivery and alignment with organizational goals.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead, mentor, and coach a team of CSMs

Establish clear performance expectations, KPIs, and development plans

Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and career progression planning

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and client-centric thinking

Support onboarding and training of new CSM team members

Oversee client portfolios to ensure high-quality service delivery and client satisfaction

Act as an escalation point for complex or at-risk client relationships

Partner with CSMs on strategic accounts to drive retention and growth opportunities

Monitor client health metrics and proactively address risks

Ensure consistent execution of client engagement strategies and service models

Establish standard processes, workflows, and best practices across the CSM team

Partner with leadership to implement process improvements and efficiencies (e.g., CRM usage, reporting, playbooks)

Drive adoption of tools and systems that support scalability

Analyze trends and provide insights to leadership

Deliver regular reporting on team performance and client health

Partner with Sales, Operations, Service teams, and Leadership to ensure seamless client experience

Provide feedback loops on client needs, product/service gaps, and process improvements

Support strategic initiatives such as service model enhancements, onboarding improvements, and scaling efforts

Requirements

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Strong leadership and coaching abilities

Exceptional communication and relationship management skills

Collaborative and transparent communicator

Strategic thinking with a focus on client outcomes and retention

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Ability to manage staff located in remote locations

Analytical mindset with experience interpreting performance data

Process-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED Required

5+ years of experience in client service, customer success, account management, or a related client-facing function in the retirement industry required

2+ years of people leadership experience, including direct management of individuals in retirement plan compliance/administration or client-facing roles and responsibility for coaching, performance management, and development planning required

Demonstrated success leading teams responsible for client retention, portfolio health, service delivery, and escalation management

Experience establishing performance expectations, using metrics and reporting to drive accountability, and implementing process improvements that support scale and consistency

In depth knowledge of the retirement plan industry, ASPPA/NIPA designations preferred or willingness to obtain within 1 year of hire

REMOTE WORKING REQUIREMENTS

As a remote-first company, we have compiled expectations for a successful remote work environment:

• Ability to build rapport with others remotely while working productively with limited in-person interaction
• Have access to a reliable and consistently strong, high-speed internet connection suitable for remote work. A stable, high-speed internet connection is essential for effective communication, collaboration, and productivity while working remotely
• Designate a quiet, and well-lit space free of as many distractions as possible
• Be online and available to work during designated business hours in local time zone
• Accustomed to using Microsoft Teams (or similar virtual-meeting applications) to meet with colleagues regularly on video and use the chat feature for quick communications. We utilize many Microsoft Teams features (such as Channels and file storage) for announcements, relevant conversations, and file sharing. Familiarity with Microsoft Teams is a plus
• Accustomed with file-storage and file-sharing tools such as Microsoft SharePoint

BENEFITS

Definiti has a dynamic, growth-focused culture, and we are committed to offering attractive employee-centric benefits, including:

• A virtual-first work philosophy for most jobs
• 401(k) with up to 4% match
• Flexible PTO allows you to take the time you need for wellness, vacations, and personal matters. We foster a trusting environment where employees manage their workloads responsibly. Time off doesn't accrue.
• 12 paid holidays, 2 paid floating holidays, and your birthday is a holiday
• Paid Parental Leave
• A variety of medical, dental and vision plan options including Definiti subsidized premiums
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability insurance
• Bonus plan eligibility