Client Partner - Banking / Financial Services / Capital Markets

Client Partner - Banking / Financial Services / Capital Markets At GFT, we drive the digital transformation of leading global institutions by providing cutting-edge IT solutions and consultancy. We're seeking a strategic and client-focused Client Partner to lead and grow key accounts while delivering exceptional value and service to our clients. Responsibilities: Develop and execute strategic roadmaps to deepen client relationships. Manage commercial aspects including revenue, margins, invoicing, and payment follow-ups. Understand the client's business and IT strategy to identify new service opportunities. Build strong, trust-based relationships with client senior leadership. Collaborate with Delivery Management to meet revenue and margin targets. Ensure projects are staffed effectively and executed using Agile methodologies. Conduct regular reviews on project quality, risk, compliance, and financial health. Lead escalation management and ensure issues are resolved efficiently. Report project/program status and financials to client steering committees. Monitor and enforce adherence to GFT policies, processes, and quality standards. Participate in Operational Risk & Quality Committees. Define team responsibilities and ensure alignment with project goals. Mentor Program Managers and build succession plans. Support recruitment: from technical screenings to coordinating client interviews for new positions. Mandatory Requirements: Strong preference for candidates in the NewYork Tri-State area. Required at least 8-10 years of experience in the IT services industry. Mandatory knowledge and experience with Financial Services, Banking or Private Equity clients and experience with Data and Cloud projects. Proven experience managing enterprise-level client relationships, including commercial responsibilities. Strong knowledge of Agile project delivery and IT consulting services. Experience with Data and Cloud projects. Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects/programs and lead cross-functional teams. Skilled in conflict resolution, client negotiation, and strategic planning. Experience with Jira and staffing processes including technical interviewing and cultural fit assessments. What We Can Do For You: Competitive Compensation Benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, vision and others Excellent Company Culture with Individual Development Plans to map out your career growth Professional Development Training Opportunity to work in a global environment with diverse teams built with colleagues from around the world Opportunity to work with technology industry leaders in the financial services environment Opportunity to work for big name clients in capital markets, banking and other industries About Our Core Values: Caring Committed Courageous Collaborative Creative It is values that create a bond between people and allow them to act in unison as a team. In fact values are pivotal to performance. Diversity & Inclusion Statement: At GFT we are committed to cultivating, fostering, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We want to attract, recruit, develop and retain the most talented employees, regardless of their background. We are guided by our values in everything we do, and recognize that being a diverse and inclusive employer helps us fulfill our social responsibility to make a difference.