Senior Level Client Relationship Executive Jobs
Senior level client relationship executive jobs put experienced professionals in charge of high-value portfolios, strategic account direction, and the teams or initiatives that drive client retention and growth. Roles are concentrated across Accounting & Auditing, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote positions available and Grant Thornton hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Grant Thornton is seeking an Advisory Director Client Relationship Executive (CRE) to accelerate Transformation growth through deep, trust-based executive relationships, high-impact solution orchestration, and active daily prospecting. This leader serves as a client growth strategist and Advisory deal architect — translating complex client needs into integrated, market-facing Advisory solutions and mobilizing cross-functional teams to deliver measurable outcomes. The Transformation CRE operates at the intersection of solution strategy, pursuit leadership, and executive relationship management — shaping how capabilities are packaged, positioned, and activated in the market.
Embedded within the Transformation solution, this individual is focused on helping clients modernize operating models, improve efficiency, and drive sustainable growth through Finance, Operations, Workforce, Customer, ERP, planning, and enterprise platform solutions.
Your Day-to-Day May Include:
Active Prospecting & Business Origination (Primary)
- Conduct active, rigorous daily prospecting across assigned accounts, targets, and markets — originating new business through outbound calls, executive meetings, and relationship development
- Meet sales production targets and goals with discipline and minimal oversight
- Originate new sales opportunities by consistently and systematically initiating contacts; pursue prospects to secure meetings and win referrals
Advisory Growth Leadership & Account Strategy
- Lead Advisory account strategies for a defined portfolio of priority clients and prospects, identifying 'moments that matter,' value levers, and multi-phase transformation roadmaps
- Act as the deal/solution architect — shaping how GT brings capabilities together into clear value propositions, solution narratives, and commercially viable program structures
- Translate client needs into scalable, differentiated solutions; partner with offering and solution strategy leaders to ensure solutions are executable and repeatable
- Drive proposal strategies that emphasize measurable outcomes, defined governance, and practical implementation plans (not just scopes and hours)
- Position GT's full-service Advisory approach — uniting data-driven insights, technology modernization, and shared services/outsourcing to deliver speed, efficiency, and ROI at scale
- Champion responsible, practical AI adoption in pursuit narratives, coordinating with AI and risk leaders as needed
- Maintain strong executive altitude in client conversations (Board/C-suite), aligning Advisory pursuits to growth, risk, profitability, and performance priorities
Pursuit Leadership & Win Strategy
- Identify winning strategies by deeply understanding client needs; coach pursuit teams through qualification, solutioning, pricing, and closing
- Participate in Advisory services sales presentations and executive working sessions; facilitate alignment across stakeholders
- Negotiate and participate in pricing strategy to ensure GT is competitive while protecting value
Market Presence & Executive Connectivity
- Project executive presence; build effective relationships with senior Partners and C-Suite executives
- Identify key decision makers at client and prospect organizations at the C-Suite and Board levels
- Cultivate relationships across executive networks, industry forums, and alliances to build GT relevance
- In partnership with marketing, activate events, campaigns, and thought leadership to build pipeline
Solution Specific Duties
- Identify opportunities tied to finance modernization, operating model redesign, workforce transformation, customer growth, planning, and enterprise platform change
- Shape pursuits that connect strategic priorities to executable transformation programs
- Partner with solution leaders across Finance, Operations, Workforce, Customer, Oracle, Workday, OneStream, and Anaplan to position integrated solutions
You Have the Following Technical Skills and Qualifications:
- 10+ years of progressive experience in Advisory/consulting sales, complex solution selling, or enterprise transformation pursuits with C-suite/Board-level buyers
- Demonstrated success building and expanding executive relationships and driving measurable growth outcomes in a matrixed professional services environment
- Strong commercial acumen: qualification discipline, win strategy, pricing, negotiation, and executive storytelling
- Proven ability to translate complex capabilities into clear value propositions and scalable pursuit narratives; comfort operating at the intersection of strategy and go-to-market
- Working knowledge of modern Advisory domains (e.g., CFO Advisory, Business Consulting, Risk Advisory, Technology Modernization, Transactions, AI, Outsourcing)
- Experience selling and structuring multi-year programs (including managed services / outsourcing / shared services models) preferred
- Direct experience in professional services firms, with working knowledge of how partner-led, client-service organizations operate
- Advanced communication and presentation skills (executive-level decks, whiteboarding, facilitating decision sessions)
- Experience in enterprise transformation, business consulting, ERP/platform modernization, finance transformation, or operating model change
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
- Travel up to ~25%, variable by portfolio
INTRODUCTION
Grant Thornton is seeking an Advisory Director Client Relationship Executive (CRE) to accelerate Transformation growth through deep, trust-based executive relationships, high-impact solution orchestration, and active daily prospecting. This leader serves as a client growth strategist and Advisory deal architect — translating complex client needs into integrated, market-facing Advisory solutions and mobilizing cross-functional teams to deliver measurable outcomes. The Transformation CRE operates at the intersection of solution strategy, pursuit leadership, and executive relationship management — shaping how capabilities are packaged, positioned, and activated in the market.
Embedded within the Transformation solution, this individual is focused on helping clients modernize operating models, improve efficiency, and drive sustainable growth through Finance, Operations, Workforce, Customer, ERP, planning, and enterprise platform solutions.
Your Day-to-Day May Include:
Active Prospecting & Business Origination (Primary)
- Conduct active, rigorous daily prospecting across assigned accounts, targets, and markets — originating new business through outbound calls, executive meetings, and relationship development
- Meet sales production targets and goals with discipline and minimal oversight
- Originate new sales opportunities by consistently and systematically initiating contacts; pursue prospects to secure meetings and win referrals
Advisory Growth Leadership & Account Strategy
- Lead Advisory account strategies for a defined portfolio of priority clients and prospects, identifying 'moments that matter,' value levers, and multi-phase transformation roadmaps
- Act as the deal/solution architect — shaping how GT brings capabilities together into clear value propositions, solution narratives, and commercially viable program structures
- Translate client needs into scalable, differentiated solutions; partner with offering and solution strategy leaders to ensure solutions are executable and repeatable
- Drive proposal strategies that emphasize measurable outcomes, defined governance, and practical implementation plans (not just scopes and hours)
- Position GT's full-service Advisory approach — uniting data-driven insights, technology modernization, and shared services/outsourcing to deliver speed, efficiency, and ROI at scale
- Champion responsible, practical AI adoption in pursuit narratives, coordinating with AI and risk leaders as needed
- Maintain strong executive altitude in client conversations (Board/C-suite), aligning Advisory pursuits to growth, risk, profitability, and performance priorities
Pursuit Leadership & Win Strategy
- Identify winning strategies by deeply understanding client needs; coach pursuit teams through qualification, solutioning, pricing, and closing
- Participate in Advisory services sales presentations and executive working sessions; facilitate alignment across stakeholders
- Negotiate and participate in pricing strategy to ensure GT is competitive while protecting value
Market Presence & Executive Connectivity
- Project executive presence; build effective relationships with senior Partners and C-Suite executives
- Identify key decision makers at client and prospect organizations at the C-Suite and Board levels
- Cultivate relationships across executive networks, industry forums, and alliances to build GT relevance
- In partnership with marketing, activate events, campaigns, and thought leadership to build pipeline
Solution Specific Duties
- Identify opportunities tied to finance modernization, operating model redesign, workforce transformation, customer growth, planning, and enterprise platform change
- Shape pursuits that connect strategic priorities to executable transformation programs
- Partner with solution leaders across Finance, Operations, Workforce, Customer, Oracle, Workday, OneStream, and Anaplan to position integrated solutions
You Have the Following Technical Skills and Qualifications:
- 10+ years of progressive experience in Advisory/consulting sales, complex solution selling, or enterprise transformation pursuits with C-suite/Board-level buyers
- Demonstrated success building and expanding executive relationships and driving measurable growth outcomes in a matrixed professional services environment
- Strong commercial acumen: qualification discipline, win strategy, pricing, negotiation, and executive storytelling
- Proven ability to translate complex capabilities into clear value propositions and scalable pursuit narratives; comfort operating at the intersection of strategy and go-to-market
- Working knowledge of modern Advisory domains (e.g., CFO Advisory, Business Consulting, Risk Advisory, Technology Modernization, Transactions, AI, Outsourcing)
- Experience selling and structuring multi-year programs (including managed services / outsourcing / shared services models) preferred
- Direct experience in professional services firms, with working knowledge of how partner-led, client-service organizations operate
- Advanced communication and presentation skills (executive-level decks, whiteboarding, facilitating decision sessions)
- Experience in enterprise transformation, business consulting, ERP/platform modernization, finance transformation, or operating model change
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
- Travel up to ~25%, variable by portfolio
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Senior Level Client Relationship Executive Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level client relationship executive job?
Employers hiring at the senior level want candidates who have owned complex client relationships end to end, not just supported them. Demonstrating a history of retaining and expanding major accounts, leading cross-functional initiatives, and mentoring junior relationship managers carries the most weight. Positioning yourself around measurable outcomes, such as client retention rates or revenue growth, gives you a clear edge over candidates with similar tenure.
Which companies hire senior level client relationship executives?
Companies hiring senior level client relationship executives right now include Grant Thornton, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from organizations with large enterprise accounts, long-cycle client relationships, or dedicated client success functions where senior oversight directly affects retention and contract value.
Are there remote senior level client relationship executive jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and account type. About 0% of senior level client relationship executive openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how many organizations have adapted senior relationship roles to distributed teams. Client-facing work that requires on-site presence tends to be hybrid rather than fully remote.
What makes a client relationship executive role senior level?
Senior level client relationship executive roles are defined by ownership of strategic accounts, not just day-to-day contact management. Expectations include setting relationship strategy, leading negotiations, mentoring junior team members, and being accountable for portfolio-level outcomes such as retention, expansion, and client health scores. These roles typically report to VP or C-suite stakeholders and operate with a high degree of autonomy.
Which industries hire the most senior level client relationship executives?
Senior Level client relationship executive roles concentrate in Accounting & Auditing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to drive demand because their business models depend on long-term, high-value client relationships where experienced oversight directly influences contract renewal and account growth.