Client Development Manager - Traditional Banking Background

About MAKE

At MAKE, we believe creators deserve a banking solution that gets them. One that’s fast, intuitive, and built to help them grow. We’re building the world’s first financial platform tailored to content creators — making it easier to earn, spend, and save money across borders.

MAKE was founded with a specific purpose in mind to address the underserved needs of the Creator Economy often overlooked by traditional banking while bringing forward technology, banking, and global solutions for our Creator Economy Clients.

About the role:

We are looking for a Client Development Manager, Private Banking to own the end-to-end relationship with our agency partners and high-value creators. This role combines white-glove client service with commercial ownership, ensuring clients are successfully onboarded, deeply engaged with the platform, and continuously expanding their use of MAKE. Reporting to the Director, Private Banking , you will act as a trusted advisor and relationship owner, balancing exceptional service with a proactive approach to client growth .

Key Responsibilities

Client Onboarding & Activation

Own the end-to-end onboarding journey for new clients (agencies and creators)

Guide clients through KYC/ KYB processes, ensuring a smooth and compliant experience

Act as primary contact during account setup

Reduce onboarding friction and improve activation rates

Relationship Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with agencies and creators

Deliver a high-touch, concierge-style service aligned with Private Banking standards

Serve as an advisor on how to best use the MAKE platform

Maintain regular communication through Telegram, WhatsApp and phone calls

Client Education & Enablement

Educate clients on platform functionality, features and best practices

Support clients in optimizing their financial operations using MAKE

Deliver tailored onboarding sessions and walkthroughs

Growth & Commercial Development

Identify opportunities to expand client usage and increase account value

Drive retention, engagement and revenue growth

Collaborate with internal teams to support client growth initiatives

Spot trends and provide feedback to product and leadership teams

Product Feedback

Share insights on client needs, pain points and feature requests

Support rollout and adoption of new features and product updates

What We’re Looking For

Experience:

4+ years in account management, client success or sales

Must include 1+ year in commercial or retail banking

Experience managing high-value clients or VIP relationships

Background in fintech , creator economy, SaaS or digital platforms is also a plus

Skills & Attributes:

Strong relationship-building and communication skills

Commercial mindset with the ability to identify growth opportunities

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Ability to handle sensitive client situations with professionalism and discretion

What’s in it for You

Competitive compensation package with potential for stock options.

Relocation opportunity to the Canary Islands (Tenerife) with a comprehensive relocation package

Ownership and autonomy to shape MAKE’s compliance vision from the ground up.

Collaborative, fast-paced startup culture - work directly with founders and senior leadership .

The chance to define compliance in one of fintech ’s most exciting frontiers - the Creator Economy.