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