Senior Account Executive, Financial Services - Cape Town

Placements24

Cape Town

On-site

ZAR 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance
Health and retirement benefits
Generous leave policy
Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks an Account Executive to manage and grow a client portfolio in the financial services sector. You will nurture existing relationships and secure new business opportunities, driving revenue growth and market leadership.

The role requires a track record of exceeding sales targets, strategic account planning, and collaboration with product and support teams to deliver tailored financial solutions.

Qualifications

  • 5–7 years of proven experience in B2B sales with account management focus.
  • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas.
  • Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Understanding of financial services products and regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute account plans to grow revenue and expand relationships.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities within assigned territories.
  • Conduct needs analysis and present tailored financial solutions.
  • Negotiate deals and close complex contracts with key stakeholders.
  • Maintain relationships with senior executives and ensure service excellence.

Skills

Account management
B2B sales
Negotiation
Communication
Presentation skills
Strategic thinking
Sales analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration
MBA (advantage)

Tools

Salesforce
CRM analytics tools

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks an Account Executive to manage and grow a client portfolio in the financial services sector. You will nurture existing relationships and secure new business opportunities, driving revenue growth and market leadership.

The role requires a track record of exceeding sales targets, strategic account planning, and collaboration with product and support teams to deliver tailored financial solutions.

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