9 hours ago

Account Manager (F/M)

Fipto

Category: OtherSubcategory: OtherType: Full-time


<h4><strong>Who Are We?</strong></h4><p><br>At Fipto, we are solving payment challenges using blockchain technology. We are redefining how businesses move money globally, replacing the fragmented infrastructure of traditional banking with a modern, programmable infrastructure powered by blockchain and stablecoins. Payments settle in minutes, not days. Transactions cost a fraction of traditional payments. Execution is available 24/7/365. Our infrastructure is fully regulated, internationally licensed and ISO certified.<br>We are still a team of around thirty people, so every person has real influence on how Fipto grows. You will work closely with experienced leaders, take ownership from day one, and help shape a company at the frontier of blockchain and traditional finance.<br>Join us, and help build the future of payments.</p><h4><strong>What is the role of an Account Manager at Fipto?</strong></h4><p>As Fipto's first dedicated Account Manager, you won't just manage a portfolio — you'll build the entire account management function from scratch. You'll own the post-sale client relationship end-to-end, driving retention and expansion while laying the foundations for a scalable, repeatable AM motion.</p><p>Your key responsibilities:</p><ul><li><p>Own a portfolio of strategic PSP and large-corporate clients, acting as their trusted advisor and primary point of contact at Fipto.</p></li><li><p>Develop and execute tailored account growth plans to identify and close up-sell and cross-sell opportunities, increasing share of wallet across the book.</p></li><li><p>Lead contract renewals and commercial negotiations, engaging C-level stakeholders (CFOs, Treasurers, Heads of Payments) to maximise client lifetime value.</p></li><li><p>Build senior, long-term relationships that turn strategic clients into genuine Fipto advocates and references.</p></li><li><p>Define and document Fipto's AM playbook from the ground up: account segmentation, health scoring, QBR format, CRM hygiene, and onboarding-to-AM hand-off process.</p></li><li><p>Track, report, and act on portfolio health, retention metrics, and expansion pipeline — making data-driven decisions a core part of how you work.</p></li><li><p>Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Product, Operations, and Compliance to resolve client needs swiftly and advocate for client interests internally.</p></li><li><p>Feed structured client insight back into the Product roadmap, bridging the gap between field reality and internal strategy.</p></li><li><p>Stand up a regular QBR cadence and commercial review rhythm across the portfolio, establishing accountability and visibility for the commercial team.</p></li><li><p>Lay the groundwork for a future AM team — documenting processes and tooling with enough clarity and rigour to onboard the next hire.</p></li></ul><h4>Who Are You?</h4><p><strong>Experience &amp; Background</strong></p><ul><li><p>5+ years in Account Management, Customer Success, or a commercial client-facing role, ideally in <strong>Payments, FinTech, or a related B2B financial services environment</strong>.</p></li><li><p>A proven track record of growing revenue within existing accounts through up-sell, cross-sell, and renewals — not just maintaining relationships.</p></li><li><p>Experience navigating complex enterprise accounts with multiple stakeholders across technical, legal, compliance, and finance functions.</p></li><li><p>Comfort building from scratch: you've created processes, playbooks, or frameworks in a previous role, not just inherited them.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Technical &amp; Hard Skills</strong></p><ul><li><p>Strong commercial negotiation skills with C-level executives.</p></li><li><p>Analytical mindset — able to assess account health, interpret data, and translate it into action.</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with CRM tools (HubSpot, Salesforce) and a structured approach to pipeline and account hygiene.</p></li><li><p>Understanding of crypto, blockchain, stablecoins, or digital assets is a genuine plus.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Soft Skills</strong></p><ul><li><p>Exceptional relationship management and executive communication — you build trust quickly at senior levels.</p></li><li><p>Strategic thinker who also rolls up their sleeves and executes with ownership and urgency.</p></li><li><p>Self-starter who thrives in ambiguity and brings structure where there is none.</p></li><li><p>Highly organised, able to manage multiple accounts and priorities simultaneously without dropping the ball.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Languages:</strong> Full professional fluency in <strong>English and French</strong> is required.</p><h4>Your Future Team</h4><p>You'll report directly to <strong>Grégoire </strong>and sit within Fipto's commercial function, working peer-to-peer with the Sales. This is the founding AM hire, you'll work cross-functionally every day: aligning with Product on client feedback, coordinating with Operations and Compliance on issue resolution, and partnering with Sales on smooth hand-offs from new logo to managed account.</p><h4>Why Join Us?</h4><ul><li><p><strong>A founding role with real ownership.</strong> You're not inheriting a machine — you're building the function. Your fingerprints will be on how Fipto does account management for years to come.</p></li><li><p><strong>Strategic client exposure from day one.</strong> Direct access to Treasurers, CFOs, and Heads of Payments at some of the most sophisticated PSPs and corporates in the market.</p></li><li><p><strong>One of fintech's fastest-moving categories.</strong> Stablecoin and digital-asset payments infrastructure is at an inflection point — you'll be at the centre of it.</p></li><li><p><strong>A clear growth path.</strong> Founding AM → Head / Director of Account Management as the portfolio and team scale, with a longer-term trajectory into senior commercial leadership.</p></li><li><p><strong>A team that takes quality seriously.</strong> 40 people, high standards, genuine collaboration, and a shared ambition to redefine how cross-border payments work.</p></li><li><p><strong>Meaningful autonomy.</strong> A direct line to your hiring manager, visible impact on revenue retention and expansion, and the space to make decisions and move fast.</p></li></ul><h4>Our Hiring Process</h4><ol><li><p><strong>Intro screen with Sandra, our Head of People </strong><em>(~45 min)</em></p></li><li><p><strong>Hiring Manager interview with Grégoire</strong> <em>(60 min)</em>: a deep dive into your AM experience, approach to enterprise accounts, and background in payments or fintech.</p></li><li><p><strong>Case study / practical exercise</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Cross-functional interviews</strong> <em>(60 min)</em>: conversations with peers from Product and Operations/Compliance to explore how you collaborate across teams.</p></li><li><p><strong>References + offer.</strong></p></li></ol><h4>Salary &amp; Benefits</h4><ul><li><p><strong>Base salary:</strong> €60,000 – €75,000 depending on experience.</p></li><li><p><strong>Variable compensation:</strong> 20% of base tied to net revenue retention and expansion targets</p></li><li><p>A stake in Fipto's success through BSPCE, our equity participation plan</p></li><li><p>Between 8 and 12 additional rest days per year (RTT), on top of statutory paid leave</p></li><li><p>A remote-friendly working policy, adapted to each role</p></li><li><p>Swile luncheon vouchers, Alan private health insurance, and partial reimbursement of commuting costs</p></li><li><p>A supportive parental policy for expecting and new parents</p></li><li><p>Two company-wide gatherings each year, each lasting two days, to reflect on our growth and strengthen team bonds</p></li></ul><p>If what you've just read aligns with your plans for the future, then we look forward to receiving your application and meeting you.</p><p>We respond within 24 hours.<strong>We respond within 24 hours.</strong></p><p><strong>At Fipto, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where every individual's unique background, perspective, and talent is valued and celebrated.</strong></p>

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