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Full-Time

Manager – Customer Success

Posted on 6/28/2024

Laika

Laika

201-500 employees

Compliance platform for audits and security

Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$125k - $150kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity

Senior

Remote in USA

Category
Customer Success & Support
Customer Success Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Communications
Salesforce
Requirements
  • Proven experience (5+ years) in a customer-facing role, preferably in Customer Success or Account Management, within the SaaS industry.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience, with a track record of successfully managing and developing high-performing teams.
  • Strong understanding of project management principles and workflows.
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data and metrics to drive decision-making and continuous improvement.
  • Customer-centric mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences.
  • Proactive, results-oriented, and adept at problem-solving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and customer engagement platforms is a plus.
Responsibilities
  • Manage a team of CSMs by providing guidance, mentorship, and consistent feedback.
  • Proactively identify areas of opportunity by using analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills to propose alternate solutions.
  • Provide feedback, and propose solutions (with a plan to roll out) to the leadership team on current processes in place on things that are working/not working well.
  • Evaluate customer data to identify and propose new ideas and processes to prevent issues and increase product adoption.

Laika provides a platform that simplifies audits and compliance for businesses in the information security sector. Their main product, Thororpass, allows companies to manage compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, and PCI DSS efficiently. The platform is designed to accommodate businesses at any stage of their compliance journey, whether they are just starting or looking to improve existing processes. Laika stands out from competitors by offering a comprehensive solution that combines technology with expert auditors, ensuring that audits are completed without gaps or surprises. The goal of Laika is to make compliance worry-free, enabling businesses to focus on their strategic growth and innovation while ensuring they meet necessary security requirements.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$100M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

13%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Laika's recent $50M funding round and strategic hires like Dicken Chaplin as CFO indicate strong financial health and growth potential.
  • The platform's ability to complete audits in 60% less time than the industry standard can significantly reduce operational burdens for businesses.
  • Successful partnerships and compliance achievements with companies like Glean AI, HubSync, and Reprise enhance Laika's credibility and market reputation.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in compliance and information security is intense, requiring Laika to continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • Rapid scaling and integration of new features could lead to operational challenges and potential service disruptions.

What makes Laika unique

  • Laika offers a unified compliance-as-a-service platform, Thororpass, which simplifies end-to-end audits, unlike competitors who may offer fragmented solutions.
  • The platform's ability to handle multiple compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, and PCI DSS makes it versatile and appealing to a broad range of businesses.
  • Laika's combination of technology and expert auditors ensures faster and more predictable audits, setting it apart from traditional compliance services.

Benefits

Early equity in a fast-growing company

Unlimited PTO

Remote work from home model

Stipend for home office equipment

Quarterly wellness and home wifi stipend

Paid courses and certifications

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