Advertising Account Manager

Cardilogix Talent Specialists; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 days WFH

3 days in office

Job summary

Cardilogix Talent Specialists is seeking an Advertising Account Manager in Johannesburg. The role is a full-time hybrid position, with 2 days work-from-home and 3 days in the office, aimed at turning client briefs into strategic, campaigns that meet timelines and budgets.

Candidates should have proven agency experience, particularly in FMCG, and strong client-facing skills. A Marketing/Advertising/Communications/Business degree adds value, along with familiarity with digital analytics and

Qualifications

• Must have previous ad agency experience.
• Qualifications preferred but not a necessity.
• Previous account management experience in FMCG is first prize!
• A degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or Business—and familiarity with digital analytics and presentation tools—are bonus points.

Responsibilities

• Bridge the gap between internal creative, digital, and media teams and clients.
• Oversee campaigns from brief to delivery, keeping objectives, timelines, and budgets on track.
• Nurture existing accounts, identify new opportunities, and support big business pitches.
• Prepare proposals, present confidently, and manage creative issues calmly.

Skills

Agency experience

Client communication

Strategic advertising

Organization

Degree bonus points

Education

Marketing/Advertising/Communications/Business degree

Tools

Digital analytics tools

Presentation tools

Job description

Advertising Account Manager job vacancy in Johannesburg.

Want to Turn Creative Chaos into Campaign Magic? We are not looking for an Advertising Account Manager for a full time hybrid role in Johannesburg.

Location: Joburg, South Africa – 2 days WFH, 3 days in office.

Please note we don’t have time to train. Our brief stipulates:

• Must have previous ad agency experience.
• Qualifications preferred but not a necessity.
• Previous account management experience in FMCG is first prize!

Are you the kind of person who speaks fluent “client brief,” translates designer daydreams into airtight strategies, and keeps multiple plates spinning without dropping a single one? Then I want to chat to you!

What You’ll Be Up To:

• The Bridge-Builder: Acting as the trusted link between our brilliant internal creative, digital, and media teams and our amazing clients.
• The Campaign Captain: Overseeing projects from the initial brief all the way to final delivery—keeping every objective, timeline, and budget strictly on track.
• The Growth Guru: Nurturing existing accounts, identifying exciting new opportunities, and helping us crush our next big business pitch.
• The Storyteller & Problem Solver: Preparing killer proposals, presenting with confidence, and putting out creative fires with a cool head and a warm smile.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Proven Agency Chops: Solid experience managing multiple clients and fast-moving projects in an ad agency (or similar) environment.
• Superstar Communication: Confident, clear, and empathetic whether you’re writing a proposal or presenting to a boardroom.
• A Strategic Mindset: A sharp grasp of advertising, brand positioning, and digital campaign fundamentals.
• Organization Wizardry: Stellar time-management and prioritization skills that thrive in a deadline-driven setting.
• The Bonus Points: A degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or Business—plus a handy familiarity with digital analytics and presentation tools.

If you live for the thrill of a killer campaign, love building genuine client relationships, and know how to spot new growth opportunities before anyone else does, we want to hear from you.