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We believe inownership,accountability, andcollaboration. We strive for excellence, pushing boundaries, and creating impact. Your curiosity will inspire others and drive success.
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Role Overview
As the Customer Success Manager, you will manage and grow a portfolio of Tier 2/low-touch customers, playing a vital part in enhancing customer retention, driving revenue growth, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. This is a high-impact, client-facing position that serves as a critical bridge between our customers and internal teams, ensuring continued success for both parties.
Summary Details
Role: Customer Success Manager
Seniority: Mid - Level
Location: Europe (100% Remote)
Compensation: Competitive salary dependent on market location
What you will be doing
* Managing a portfolio of Tier 2/low-touch customers to ensure long-term success and satisfaction
* Contributing to revenue growth by identifying upsell and cross-sell opportunities
* Developing and maintaining strong client relationships as the main point of contact
* Owning the end-to-end contract renewal and account review processes
* Acting as the voice of the customer within Payara, ensuring internal teams understand client needs
* Liaising between customers and internal service teams to escalate and resolve issues
* Tracking account sentiment and conducting regular customer check-ins
* Delivering customer-focused initiatives to reduce churn and promote feature adoption
* Collaborating across teams including Sales, Product, Marketing, and Finance
* Encouraging customer participation in testimonials and case studies
* Producing accurate pipeline and renewal forecasts
* Promoting and educating customers on new product features and best practices
* Meeting individual and team KPIs aligned with company growth goals
What you will bring
* 3+ years in a client-facing role such as Account Manager or Customer Success Manager
* Experience working in a SaaS or software environment
* Proficiency using CRM systems (preferably HubSpot)
* Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of sales cycles
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to build trust with stakeholders and communicate technical information clearly
* Demonstrated ability to manage a book of business and improve customer satisfaction metrics
Desirable Skills & Knowledge
* Experience facilitating customer events or community engagement
* Familiarity with contract renewal and consultancy upsell processes
* Understanding of modern sales methodologies and customer success frameworks
Personal Skills & Behaviours
* Self-starter with a proactive, positive, and enthusiastic mindset
* Customer-focused with a deep sense of ownership and accountability
* Skilled problem solver with strong multitasking capabilities
* Comfortable working across distributed teams and navigating ambiguity
* Committed to continuous improvement and client advocacy
Essential Qualifications
* Qualifications in Business, Marketing, Communications, or any related field
* Proven experience in client management within a tech, SaaS, or B2B environment
How We Work
At Payara,howwe work matters just as much aswhatwe work on. You’ll thrive in this role if you naturally live our values:
* Growth
* Openness
* Trust
* Excellence
* Passion
* Initiative
* Community
What we offer
* 100% Remote flexible working.
* Annual allowances for L&D
* Paid time off to celebrate your birthday, for volunteering or charity work, or to focus on your mental well-being.
* Loyalty rewards.
* Welcome gifts and limited-edition swag.
* Annual company retreat.
* Clear career progression plan
* Plus, many more!
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