Director of Client Services #0405FM
Keller Executive Search
| Company | Keller Executive Search |
| Category | Customer Support |
| Location | Bakersfield |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Full-time |
| Level | Director |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 6 May 2026 |
| Last verified | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (workable) |
Description
A growing regional company is looking for a Director of Client Services to lead client relationships, account performance, onboarding, and long-term retention. This role is responsible for ensuring clients receive responsive communication, consistent service delivery, and a strong overall experience after the initial sale. The right candidate will be a relationship-focused leader who can manage client-facing teams, work closely with operations, identify account growth opportunities, and ensure that client expectations are clearly understood and consistently met. Key Responsibilities Lead the client services function and ensure a high standard of account support Manage and develop client service managers, account managers, or support team members Serve as a senior point of contact for key client relationships and escalations Oversee client onboarding, account transitions, renewals, and service reviews Partner with operations to ensure service delivery aligns with client expectations Identify opportunities to expand existing accounts through additional services or improved solutions Monitor client satisfaction, retention, issue resolution, and account performance Establish processes for communication, reporting, follow-up, and client documentation Support proposal renewals, pricing updates, and contract discussions as needed Provide leadership with regular updates on client health, risks, and growth opportunities Requirements Essential 7 or more years of experience in client services, account management, customer success, or operations support 3 or more years of experience leading client-facing teams Experience supporting B2B clients in a service-based environment Strong communication, relationship management, conflict resolution, and leadership skills Ability to manage escalations and maintain professionalism with senior-level client contacts Comfortable using CRM tools, account plans, service reports, and client performance data Strong ability to partner with sales, operations, finance, and executive leadership Proven track record of improving client retention and satisfaction Preferred Experience managing key accounts or strategic client relationships Background in commercial services, staffing, logistics, facilities, or professional services Experience with renewals, account expansion, or contract management Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, or a related field Benefits $125,000 to $165,000 base annually, plus bonus potential Keller is a recruitment agency that provides services to clients ranging from startups and non profits to multinational corporations. Keller emphasizes ethical search processes, attentive candidate care, and leadership placements that support long-term client outcomes. To learn more about the firm and about our candidate services - please visit https://www.kellerexecutivesearch.com/executive-recruitment-headhunters-bakersfield/ Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients are Equal Opportunity Employers. For all positions, whether with Keller Executive Search or our clients, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, skin color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Commitment to Diversity: Keller Executive Search and its clients are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals are valued and respected. Reasonable Accommodations: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and pregnant individuals. We engage in an interactive process to determine effective, reasonable accommo