Experienced Client Executive – Tier 1 Customers – Driving Strategic Growth at blithequark

Are you a seasoned sales professional with a passion for driving strategic growth and delivering exceptional customer experiences? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where no two days are ever the same? If so, we invite you to join blithequark as an Experienced Client Executive – Tier 1 Customers, where you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our clients' businesses and drive mutual growth. About blithequark At blithequark, we're committed to building 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 their passions and take ownership of their careers, with the support of colleagues and mentors who are dedicated to helping them succeed. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and customer satisfaction, we're a team of pioneers who are shaping the future of the financial services industry. The Role As an Experienced Client Executive – Tier 1 Customers, you'll be responsible for partnering with a Tier 1 customer to drive mutual growth, enhance retention, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. You'll harness blithequark's premier resources and comprehensive solutions to create meaningful impact, leveraging existing capabilities and introducing new ones to meet evolving client needs. Key Responsibilities * 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 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) Preferred Skills * 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 As an Experienced Client Executive – Tier 1 Customers, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our clients' businesses and drive mutual growth. You'll be responsible for delivering exceptional customer experiences, identifying opportunities for growth, and driving new solution progression through effective stakeholder engagement and resource alignment. Work Environment and Company Culture At blithequark, we're committed to creating a work environment that's inclusive, diverse, and supportive. We believe in fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer satisfaction, where our associates feel empowered to pursue their passions and take ownership of their careers. With a focus on professional development and growth, we offer a range of opportunities for learning and advancement, including training programs, mentorship, and career development initiatives. Compensation and Benefits We offer a competitive compensation package, including a base salary range of $78,100.00 - $123,000.00 annually, plus commission earnings. Our benefits package includes flexible time off, paid time off, up to 12 paid holidays per year, health benefits, 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 our Employee Resource Groups. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At blithequark, we're committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. We believe in fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment, where all associates feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We're an equal opportunity employer, and 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. If you're a motivated and results-driven sales professional with a passion for driving strategic growth and delivering exceptional customer experiences, we invite you to apply for the Experienced Client Executive – Tier 1 Customers role at blithequark. Please apply including your resume and a cover letter, to. We look forward to hearing from you!