Client Partner

Uplift People Consulting; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Uplift People Consulting is seeking a commercially driven Client Partner to join its digital advertising team in Johannesburg or Cape Town. You will manage an existing portfolio of agency and advertiser clients, develop new business opportunities, and build strong relationships across the advertising ecosystem.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in digital advertising or media sales, an established SA network, and a strong commercial mindset with excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in digital advertising or media sales
• Established SA agency/advertiser network
• Strong commercial mindset and relationship skills

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow an existing portfolio of agency and advertiser clients.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities to drive revenue growth.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders across the advertising ecosystem.
• Develop commercially focused strategies to increase client investment.
• Take ownership of client relationships and business development activities from day one.

Skills

Digital advertising

Media sales

Agency partnerships

Networking

Negotiation

Job description

About Uplift

Uplift is a dynamic agency specializing in global talent search, covering EMEA, LATAM, USA, and APAC. With successful placements in 59 countries, we combine speed and cutting-edge technology to source top executive and mid-senior talent across various functions. Our innovative approach integrates global networks, AI, and advanced recruitment tools. Beyond recruitment, we engage with our audience through our podcast, newsletter, and webinars, ensuring we stay at the forefront of talent acquisition and global HR trends.

We're looking for a commercially driven Client Partner to join a growing digital advertising business, representing a globally recognized digital platform.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who knows the South African advertising landscape, has established relationships across agencies and advertisers, and can combine strong account management with new business development.

Location: Johannesburg or Cape Town, South Africa

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage and grow an existing portfolio of agency and advertiser clients.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities to drive revenue growth.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders across the advertising ecosystem.
• Develop commercially focused strategies to increase client investment.
• Take ownership of client relationships and business development activities from day one.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in digital advertising, media sales, or agency partnerships, ideally 5+ years.
• An established network of advertising agencies and/or direct advertisers in South Africa.
• A strong commercial mindset, with the ability to both grow existing accounts and win new business.
• Solid understanding of the local digital advertising landscape.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach and the confidence to operate independently.
• Excellent relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

You’ll have the chance to work with a globally recognized digital platform, manage an established client portfolio, and play a key role in growing its presence in South Africa.