BFS - Client Relationship Manager

Banking & Financial Services - Client Relationship Manager

Associate Director

Location: San Francisco/Bay Area

Job Summary

The Client Relationship Manager will play a pivotal role in managing and nurturing client relationships within the Asset & Wealth Management domain. With a focus on project management and stakeholder engagement this role requires expertise in tracking risk management and cost accounting. The position offers a hybrid work model with day shifts and no travel requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and nurture client relationships to ensure satisfaction and retention within the Asset & Wealth Management domain.
• Oversee project tracking to ensure timely delivery and adherence to project timelines.
• Implement effective project risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues and ensure project success.
• Develop comprehensive project plans that align with client objectives and organizational goals.
• Coordinate project management activities to ensure seamless execution and delivery.
• Facilitate stakeholder management by engaging and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
• Ensure project stakeholder management is conducted efficiently to maintain alignment and collaboration.
• Utilize cost accounting and management techniques to optimize project budgets and financial outcomes.
• Drive business relationship management efforts to enhance client engagement and satisfaction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives are met and client expectations are exceeded.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve project processes and client relationships.
• Monitor project progress and make adjustments as necessary to ensure successful outcomes.
• Support the organizations' purpose by contributing to the growth and success of client projects.
• Impact society positively by ensuring client projects are managed effectively and deliver value. Qualifications
• Demonstrate expertise in project tracking risk management and planning to ensure project success.
• Possess strong skills in stakeholder management and project stakeholder engagement.
• Exhibit proficiency in cost accounting and management to optimize project budgets.
• Have a deep understanding of business relationship management to enhance client interactions.
• Bring extensive experience in Asset & Wealth Management to provide domain-specific insights.
• Show capability in managing hybrid work models and adapting to day shift requirements.
• Display ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
  
  

Salary And Other Compensation

Applications will be accepted until Feb 10, 2026.

The annual base salary for this position is between $160,000 - $175,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual bonus program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
  

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.