Customer Success Manager - GERMAN speaking - (m-w-d)
Cision
| Company | Cision |
| Category | Customer Support |
| Location | Frankfurt |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Manager |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 9 Mar 2026 |
| Last verified | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate.
Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we’ll create the conversations of tomorrow.
Empower your impact at Cision. Be seen, be understood, be you.
The Role
As a Customer Success Manager , you will be responsible for the overall customer health, experience, and relationship management for a portfolio of strategic customers. The Customer Success Manager will work closely with a range of internal stakeholders and departments to drive strong adoption of our products and services and deliver a world-class experience for our customers.
Duties and Responsibilities
The role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
Develop trusted advisor relationships with customer executive sponsors, ensuring activities are closely aligned with the customer's business case and strategy, enabling them to realize the full value of Cision’s and Brandwatch’s solutions
Drive customer adoption by overseeing onboarding, training, and the development of best practices to continually deliver value and maximize return on the customer’s investment
Manage account renewals for your customer base, collaborating with Account Managers on quarterly business reviews, retention strategies, and upsell initiatives
Identify opportunities to expand the use of the platform, services, and integrations within the customer’s business processes
Identify and escalate key customer product requirements while managing customer expectations on an ongoing basis
Act as a coach and trusted advisor to customers by regularly sharing best practices and leveraging lessons learned
Maintain accurate CRM records for customer accounts and opportunities
Work closely with Product Support teams to ensure customer technical issues are addressed effectively
Fluency in German and English (minimum C1 level)
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a detail-oriented and analytical approach
Essential Skills and Experience
Relevant work experience in a customer-facing role
Excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication skills
Strong understanding of the (social) media landscape and media monitoring tools
Experience working with global customers across multiple teams and regions
Proven track record of developing and executing strategic account plans
Ability to build executive-level relationships and champions
Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve under pressure
Analytical, strategic, and insightful mindset
Ability to work autonomously with a proactive approach
What We Offer
Capital-forming benefits and pension scheme
Flexible working hours and hybrid working options
Commuter card subsidy
Subsidy for our partner EGYM Wellpass , giving access to 7,500 premium fitness and wellness options
Modern office located in Gateway Gardens, Frankfurt
Professional development opportunities within a global and market-leading company
Exposure to the international media landscape
A dynamic and collaborative global team
Opportunity to work independently in an innovative environment
A value-driven and team-oriented culture
Option to work from abroad for a defined period
If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you! Please note that for this ro