Client Partner - Financial Services (12 Month FTC)

Manchester

Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience. 

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The Role:

We are recruiting for an experienced Client Partner with deep financial services expertise within the digital transformation sector, on an initial 12 Month FTC - owning and growing a portfolio of banking, insurance, payments or wealth management clients. 

You will serve as a strategic advisor to senior financial services leaders - building trusted relationships, driving account growth and leading complex transformation engagements across experience, data, AI and enterprise technology. This role is key to expanding Valtech’s footprint within financial services, creating long-term partnerships and shaping large-scale, multi-year transformation programmes. 

What You'll Do:

Strategic Client Leadership 

  • Build and grow relationships with senior financial services stakeholders, including C-suite executives, CIOs, CDOs and heads of digital, transformation and customer experience.
  • Act as a trusted advisor—helping clients balance innovation, regulatory requirements and operational resilience.
  • Shape strategic roadmaps aligned to Valtech’s capabilities across digital experience, data & AI, commerce and enterprise transformation. 

Growth & Revenue Ownership 

  • Own commercial performance across your client portfolio, including revenue, margin, forecasting and long-term growth planning.
  • Drive account expansion through cross-selling and upselling Valtech’s end-to-end services.
  • Lead new business pursuits, developing winning strategies, proposals and executive-level presentations.
  • Partner with Marketing, Business Development and Financial Services leadership to strengthen market presence. 

Strategic Planning & Execution 

  •  Lead account planning and strategic prioritisation, aligning internal teams around shared objectives.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and deliver high-impact, compliant and scalable solutions.
  • Leverage Valtech’s global delivery model to bring the right expertise to each client challenge. 

Delivery Partnership & Quality 

  • Partner closely with delivery leaders to ensure high-quality execution and client satisfaction.
  • Provide strategic oversight and escalation support for complex programmes.
  • Champion excellence, accountability and continuous improvement. 

About You 

Financial Services Expertise 

  •  Strong experience working with financial services clients, such as banks, insurance, fintech or asset/wealth managers.
  • Solid understanding of regulatory environments, digital platforms, data governance and security considerations. 

Strategic Relationship Builder 

  • Proven ability to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, up to and including C-suite, in complex, regulated environments.
  • Skilled at navigating large organisations and influencing decision-makers. 

Commercial & Growth Leadership 

  • Demonstrated success owning and growing £multi-million portfolios. 
  • Strong commercial mindset, with experience shaping strategic, value-led engagements. 

Collaborative & Influential 

  •  Comfortable working across a global matrix organisation.
  • Inclusive, collaborative and able to lead through influence. 

Thought Leadership & Innovation Mindset 

  • Understanding of trends such as open banking, embedded finance, AI, personalisation and platform modernisation.
  • Passion for designing secure, customer-centric financial experiences. 

Communication & Executive Presence 

  • Excellent communication and storytelling skills.
  • Confident in executive-level discussions and complex stakeholder environments.

Commitment to reaching all kinds of people 

We design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all. 

Your application process

Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. Your CV should cover key information on relevant experiences and expertise. We do not require information such as age, gender, marital status, or a headshot in your application. We review all candidates based on skills, experience, and potential.

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We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know. 

About Valtech

Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world.  At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more. At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate.  

Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.

 

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