Remote Account Manager - Enterprise

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Stock options

Remote work

Professional development

Health benefits

Culture of partnership

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Account Manager to nurture and expand relationships with enterprise clients across South Africa. You will be the primary contact, understand client goals, and drive value through our solutions in a strategic, remote-first role.

Expect to manage large accounts, identify upsell opportunities, and lead business reviews. A strong track record in enterprise sales, superb communication, and CRM proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in account management or sales with enterprise clients.
• Proven success retaining and growing significant client accounts.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong understanding of B2B sales cycles and customer success principles.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and virtual communication tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of large enterprise accounts, serving as the main point of contact.
• Develop deep understanding of clients' business goals to align our solutions effectively.
• Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts.
• Conduct regular business reviews with clients to assess satisfaction and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with internal teams (sales, support, product) to ensure seamless service delivery and client success.
• Negotiate contract renewals and expansions to maximize account value.

Skills

Enterprise sales

Relationship building

Negotiation

B2B sales

Client success

CRM familiarity

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Business/Marketing

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Remote Account Manager focused on enterprise clients, to be based anywhere within South Africa . This role is critical for nurturing and expanding relationships with our most valuable clients, ensuring their continued success and satisfaction. You will act as the primary point of contact, understanding their business objectives, and proactively identifying opportunities to provide additional value through our client's comprehensive suite of solutions. This senior, remote-first position requires a deep understanding of enterprise client needs and a passion for building lasting partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of large enterprise accounts, serving as the main point of contact.
• Develop deep understanding of client's business goals and challenges to align our solutions effectively.
• Proactively identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts.
• Conduct regular business reviews with clients to assess satisfaction and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with internal teams (sales, support, product) to ensure seamless service delivery and client success.
• Negotiate contract renewals and expansions to maximize account value.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in account management or sales, specifically with enterprise-level clients.
• Demonstrated success in retaining and growing significant client accounts.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong understanding of B2B sales cycles and customer success principles.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and adeptness at virtual communication and collaboration tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant performance-based bonuses and potential for stock options.
• Fully remote work environment, offering ultimate flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• A client-centric culture focused on long-term partnership and mutual growth.