Client Portfolio Lead: Growth & Strategic Partnerships

WPP Media; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media agency is seeking a Client Lead to oversee key client relationships and drive growth. You will manage operational excellence across campaigns and ensure high-quality client deliverables, while mentoring a high-performing team. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in client relationship management and strong leadership skills, complemented by budget management expertise. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategic insights and foster valuable client partnerships.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in client relationship management with senior stakeholders.
• Strong leadership capabilities to guide a team effectively.
• Ability to manage budgets and financial forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee client relationships to drive growth.
• Manage the entire service process from brief to campaign execution.
• Provide strategic insights and operational success.

Skills

Client relationship management

Strategic insight application

Team leadership

Budget management

Negotiation skills

Job description

A leading media agency is seeking a Client Lead to oversee key client relationships and drive growth. You will manage operational excellence across campaigns and ensure high-quality client deliverables, while mentoring a high-performing team. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in client relationship management and strong leadership skills, complemented by budget management expertise. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategic insights and foster valuable client partnerships.