**About Cornerstone OnDemand**
Cornerstone powers the future-ready workforce with adaptive HR, learning, and talent technology trusted by more than 7,000 enterprise customers worldwide. We help organizations develop, engage, and retain their people - while delivering measurable business impact.
We're transforming how enterprises experience value realization through CLEG - Customer Lifecycle Experience & Governance - a first-of-its-kind framework that guarantees ROI, renewal, and expansion through a governed, 3-year customer journey.
**About the Role**
We are seeking a **Vice President, Customer Lifecycle Experience & Governance (CLEG)** to lead one of Cornerstone's most strategic initiatives.
This executive role owns the global CLEG program - a cross-functional transformation engine that unites Sales, Customer Success, Product, Partners, and Finance around measurable customer outcomes. The VP will drive both operational excellence and commercial impact - ensuring CLEG increases customer renewal rates, accelerates adoption, and fuels predictable ARR growth.
This is a full-time, highly visible role with no direct reports but a broad dotted-line matrix of internal contributors and leaders supporting execution and governance. The ideal candidate combines deep SaaS lifecycle expertise with strong executive influence, program discipline, and a passion for measurable results.
**What You'll Do**
**Own the Program**
+ Lead and continuously evolve Cornerstone's **CLEG methodology** , ensuring consistent delivery across every customer lifecycle phase - Land, Onboard, Implement, Run, Renew, and Expand.
+ Serve as the **enterprise program owner** , defining and enforcing the governance model that ensures customers achieve measurable ROI, innovation adoption, and predictable renewal outcomes.
+ Align all internal stakeholders and systems (Salesforce, Gainsight, Clari) around shared value and performance metrics. **Drive Measurable Outcomes**
+ Deliver against two critical MBOs:
+ **Increase SaaS renewal rates by 5% YoY**
+ **Generate $7M in new Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR)** through CLEG expansion and adoption
+ Build executive dashboards, business reviews, and ROI reporting to prove value realization at every stage.
+ Collaborate with Finance, CRO, and CSM leadership to connect CLEG performance directly to revenue metrics. **Lead Governance & Execution**
+ Chair the **CLEG Governance Council** , ensuring alignment across Sales, Product, Customer Success, Professional Services, and Partner teams.
+ Maintain cadence of SteerCos, QBRs, and innovation reviews to ensure accountability and visibility.
+ Partner with Product & Engineering to embed innovation adoption into governance milestones. **Champion Customer Value**
+ Embed CLEG into the pre-sales process as a differentiator that de-risks transformation for enterprise buyers.
+ Evangelize CLEG externally - representing Cornerstone at industry events, executive forums, and thought leadership platforms.
+ Partner with Marketing and Enablement teams to expand global awareness and adoption of CLEG. **What You'll Bring**
+ 15+ years of experience in **enterprise SaaS program management, customer lifecycle, or transformation leadership** .
+ Proven record of driving **renewal and ARR growth** through lifecycle or customer success initiatives.
+ Expertise in value realization, ROI measurement, and executive stakeholder engagement (CHRO, CFO, CIO, CRO).
+ Strong operational command of **Salesforce, Gainsight** , and Clari or similar governance tools.
+ Exceptional executive communication and influence skills; comfortable navigating complex, matrixed environments.
+ Strategic mindset balanced with a hands-on, results-driven execution style. **Compensation & Benefits**
+ **Base Salary:** $250,000 annually
+ **Variable Compensation:** Up to $250,000, tied to achievement of MBOs:
+ +5% increase in SaaS renewal rates
+ $7M in new ARR through CLEG expansion
+ **Benefits:** Comprehensive executive package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and equity eligibility. **Why Join Cornerstone** At Cornerstone, we don't just sell software - we deliver measurable transformation.CLEG is redefining how enterprises experience partnership, governance, and ROI in SaaS.As VP of CLEG, you'll shape the next evolution of customer success - and directly impact how global enterprises achieve value, renewal, and growth.Join us to help customers realize what's possible when **governance meets innovation** .
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