Technical Account Manager

Kelaca

  • Farnham, Surrey
  • £50,000-65,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 days ago
We are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Technical Account Manager (TAM) to join our client's growing services company specialising in the management of fatigue risk. In this pivotal role, you will be the primary technical contact for a global portfolio of our valued clients, ensuring their success with their solutions. You'll be responsible for managing first-line support, proactively identifying opportunities to expand their services ("farming the account"), and building strong, lasting relationships.This is primarily a home based role, with an expectation to meet your colleagues on a weekly basis. You are also expected to travel internationally circa 6 times a year. However, this may vary.If you're passionate about client success, possess a strong technical aptitude, and thrive in a dynamic, client-facing environment, we encourage you to apply!Key ResponsibilitiesClient Relationship Management & Account Farming
  • Act as the lead technical point of contact for assigned accounts, building deep relationships with key stakeholders, from operational users to senior management.
  • Proactively engage with clients to understand their evolving needs and identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell additional services and solutions.
  • Conduct regular business reviews with clients to demonstrate value, present new features, and discuss future requirements.
  • Collaborate closely with the sales team on renewals and expansion opportunities.
  • Assisting on a technical level with new client engagements and on-boarding.
Technical Support & Issue Resolution
  • Manage and oversee all first-line technical support inquiries, ensuring timely and effective resolution of client issues related to our software and services.
  • Triage and prioritise support tickets, escalating complex issues to our second-line support or development teams when necessary.
  • Provide clear and concise communication to clients regarding issue status, resolution steps, and preventative measures.
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of our solutions, including their technical architecture, functionalities, and best practices.
Implementation & Onboarding Support
  • Assist clients with the technical aspects of onboarding and implementation of our solutions, including configuration, data integration, and user training.
  • Provide technical guidance and best practices to clients to optimise their use of our internal tools.
Product Feedback & Advocacy
  • Gather client feedback on product features, usability, and performance, relaying insights to our product development teams to drive continuous improvement.
  • Act as a client advocate within the company, ensuring client needs are represented in product roadmaps and service offerings.
Documentation & Reporting
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, support logs, and account plans within our CRM system.
  • Generate regular reports on client health, support trends, and account growth opportunities.
Qualifications Essential
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology) or equivalent practical experience.
  • Proven experience (3+ years) in a Technical Account Manager, Solutions Engineer, or similar client-facing technical role, within a services or SaaS company; in particular a crew management software company from the aviation or healthcare industries.
  • Strong technical aptitude with the ability to quickly understand and troubleshoot complex software solutions.
  • Excellent written and spoken communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple client accounts and priorities simultaneously.
  • Experience in managing or contributing to first-line technical support processes.
  • A proactive and results-oriented approach to client success and account growth.
Desirable
  • Experience in Fatigue Risk Management, Aviation, Transportation, Healthcare, or other industries with critical safety considerations. in particular with a crew management software company.
  • Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and ticketing systems (e.g., Jira, Zendesk).
  • Understanding of data integration concepts (APIs, databases).
What We Offer
  • A challenging and rewarding role in a specialized and impactful industry.
  • The opportunity to make a significant impact on client success and business growth.
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

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