P2P2 — Developing Professional

Mid

Customer Success Manager I: Full CSM role for small-to-mid (SMB) customers.

What this level means

Early-career professional; developing skills, handles routine tasks with some independence

Scope
Defined deliverables / small features
Autonomy
General supervision; reviewed at milestones
Complexity
Some non-routine problems; applies established patterns
Impact
Own and immediate-team deliverables
Decision rights
Routine technical choices within guidance
Leadership
May guide interns
Typical experience
1–3 yrs

What you'd do

  • Manages a portfolio of accounts with moderate complexity
  • Owns the customer lifecycle
  • Coordinates cross-functional support
  • Manage customer accounts
  • Coordinate support across functions
  • Maintain customer satisfaction

Skills, knowledge & tools

  • Account management
  • Lifecycle management
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Relationship building
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication
  • Time management
  • CRM proficiency
  • Customer lifecycle management
  • Account management strategies
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Customer relationship management
  • Problem-solving techniques
  • Communication strategies
  • CRM systems
  • Organizational procedures
  • Accountability for assigned accounts
  • Problem-solving mindset
  • Effective relationship-building

What good looks like

  • 1–3 years in customer-facing or technical roles
  • Demonstrated capability in managing small accounts
  • Bachelor's degree in Business or related field
  • Proficiency in CRM software

What it pays

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O*NET / SOC: 43-0000Office & Administrative Support Occupations (inferred)

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