Job Title: Sales Associate / Associate Relationship Manager
Details
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- Employer: Cognizant
- Location: Dayton – OH, Hartford – CT, Louisville – KY, Milwaukee – WI, Minneapolis – MN, Philadelphia – PA, Seattle – WA
- Functions: Accounting & Audit, Consulting & Strategy (includes M&A)
- Industries: Banking – Investment Banking, Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), Financial Services – Asset & Wealth Management, Financial Services – Private Equity & Venture Capital, Insurance
- Salary: 115000.00 – 115000.00 USD per year
- Type of Job: Full Time
- Anticipated Job Start Date
Description:
Build trusted client relationships. Solve complex business problems. Grow your career in technology consulting.
Why This Role Matters
As an Associate Relationship Manager, you’ll sit at the intersection of business strategy, client relationships, and cutting‑edge technology. You won’t just support sales—you’ll help shape solutions that solve real business challenges across leading industries.
You’ll work alongside experienced commercial leaders and domain experts, gaining exposure to consultative selling, technology transformation, and executive‑level client conversations. If you’re curious, analytical, and motivated by impact, this role gives you room to grow fast.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you’ll actively contribute to growing and strengthening client relationships by:
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- Supporting end‑to‑end deal pursuits, from opportunity identification to proposal development
- Collaborating with industry experts and technology teams to design solutions that meet client needs
- Helping manage account performance, including budgets, forecasts, pipeline tracking, and contracts
- Researching industry, market, and competitor trends to proactively bring ideas to clients
- Contributing to presentations, proposals, whitepapers, and client briefings
- Strengthening client confidence through clear communication, organization, and follow‑through
- Working within cross‑cultural, global teams, with flexibility to support multiple time zones when needed
Industries You May Support
You’ll build exposure and expertise in one or more of the following industries:
- Banking, Capital Markets & Financial Services
- Communications, Media & Technology
- Consumer Goods
- Insurance
- Life Sciences
- Manufacturing, Logistics, Energy & Utilities
- Healthcare: Payer & Provider
What Sets This Role Apart
- Exposure to emerging technologies such as Generative AI, Cloud, and Industry 4.0
- Hands‑on experience in consultative sales and relationship management
- Structured mentorship, coaching, and learning opportunities in your first year
- A collaborative culture that values diverse perspectives and new ideas
- A clear pathway for long‑term growth within Cognizant’s commercial organization
What We’re Looking For
Successful candidates typically bring:
- MBA degree with 2+ years of professional experience in a specific industry
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with creative thinking
- A strong work ethic and commitment to client service excellence
- Curiosity to build industry and domain expertise
- Solid project management, presentation, and facilitation skills
- Comfort working in cross‑cultural, global teams
- Interest in technology‑enabled business solutions
Who Thrives Here
You’ll do well in this role if you enjoy:
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- Building relationships and influencing outcomes
- Connecting business challenges to technology solutions
- Working in fast‑paced, team‑oriented environments
- Learning continuously and asking great questions
- Application Methods: