Experienced Client Executive – Tier 1 Customers – blithequark

Join blithequark's dynamic team as a Client Executive, where you'll have the opportunity to drive mutual growth, enhance retention, and deliver exceptional customer experiences for our esteemed Tier 1 customers. At blithequark, we strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver's seat of their professional development, while having access to help along the way. We encourage everyone to pursue passions and take ownership of their careers. With the support of colleagues and mentors, our associates are given the tools needed to get where they want to go. Regardless of job titles, our associates have the opportunity to learn new things and be a leader every day. Come be a part of our team – you'll work with great people, pioneering products, and cutting-edge technology. As a Client Executive, you'll partner with a Tier 1 customer, leveraging blithequark's premier resources and comprehensive solutions to create meaningful impact. You'll harness existing capabilities and introduce new ones to meet evolving client needs, driving mutual growth, enhancing retention, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. What You'll Bring: * 10+ years of experience in sales, consulting, business development, or complex account management within the financial services industry. * Experience managing major accounts in a matrixed environment, with the ability to navigate complex organizations and align resources effectively. * Strong client engagement skills, including relationship-building, opportunity identification, and equitable negotiation. * Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution. * Willingness to travel (approximately 1-2 times per month, primarily on the East Coast). We're also looking for the preferred skills below. Whether you are proficient or could use some brushing up, we're happy to support your development in: * Deep understanding of the credit card payments ecosystem, especially with co-branded and private label issuers. * Strong financial acumen for accurate forecasting and program oversight. * Experience supporting technical migration and modernization initiatives. * Legal expertise in managing complex contracts and leading concurrent initiatives. * Highly analytical with a strong grasp of data assets and the ability to articulate their business value. Impact You'll Make: * Serve as a trusted advisor to a Tier 1 financial services client, aligning strategic goals with blithequark's solutions. * Lead the strategic account planning process, ensuring alignment between client objectives and our resources. * Cultivate and maintain senior-level relationships across marketing and risk functions throughout the customer lifecycle. * Identify opportunities for growth by uncovering gaps in organizational objectives and delivering tailored solutions. * Drive new solution progression through effective stakeholder engagement and resource alignment. Work Environment and Company Culture: At blithequark, we're committed to creating a workplace that's inclusive, diverse, and supportive. We believe that our associates are our greatest asset, and we strive to provide a work environment that's engaging, challenging, and rewarding. Our company culture is built on the principles of collaboration, innovation, and customer-centricity. Benefits: * Flexible benefits including flexible time off for exempt associates, paid time off for non-exempt associates, up to 12 paid holidays per year, health benefits (including medical, dental, and vision plan options and health spending accounts), mental health support, disability benefits, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave, adoption assistance, fertility planning coverage, legal benefits, long-term care insurance, commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, charity gift matching, employee stock purchase plan, 401(k) retirement savings with employer match, and access to blithequark's Employee Resource Groups. * Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select health and welfare plans. Compensation: The U.S. base salary range for this position is $78,100.00 - $123,000.00 annually. This position is eligible for both base pay and commission earnings. blithequark commission targets are generally 20% - 50% of base salary and may vary based on position. *The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this job. At blithequark, actual compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individual's education, training, work experience, job-related skill set, location, and industry knowledge, as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, blithequark takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in all levels of employment and develops annual affirmative action plans. : If you're a motivated and results-driven professional looking to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please through our website, and we'll be in touch to discuss your qualifications further. Equal Employment Opportunity: blithequark is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive, diverse, and supportive.