Senior Account Manager

Salt; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international marketing agency is seeking a Senior Account Manager in Cape Town to oversee advertising campaigns and serve as the primary liaison between clients and the agency. This role requires a proven track record in brand strategy, exceptional organizational skills, and a deep passion for advertising to deliver outstanding marketing solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as Senior Account Manager or similar role.
• Ability to develop brand and marketing strategies.
• Outstanding knowledge of MS Office and CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee advertising campaigns, ensuring timely delivery.
• Act as the primary link between clients and the agency.
• Manage all client-related content and marketing messages.

Skills

Negotiating

Presentation skills

Client relationship building

Organisational abilities

Business acumen

Problem-solving

Passion for advertising

Education

Matric/Grade 12 Certificate

Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Sales, Marketing, or related field

Tools

MS Office

CRM software

Job description

Salary: Competitive

Location: Cape Town (onsite)

Overview:

A well-known international marketing agency is looking for a Senior Account Manager with a deep passion for advertising and proven experience in brand strategy and client service.

The Senior Account Manager plays a pivotal role as the outward face of the brand, acting as the primary link between clients and the agency. This individual is responsible for overseeing advertising campaigns, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget, and communicating clearly with all stakeholders. A key part of the role involves understanding the client's brand image and objectives, staying ahead of market trends, and using strategic insights to guide marketing decisions.

The successful candidate will also be responsible for managing all client-related content and assisting in shaping the marketing message presented to consumers.

Work experience requirements:

• 5+ years proven experience as a Senior Account Manager, Brand Manager or in a similar sales/customer service role
• Proven ability to develop brand and marketing strategies
• Knowledge of market research, sales and negotiating principles
• Outstanding knowledge of MS Office; CRM software experience is a plus
• Strong negotiating and presentation skills
• Ability to build strong, mutually rewarding client relationships
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities
• A strong sense of business acumen
• Enthusiastic, driven, and passionate about advertising
• Solid understanding of the latest advertising and marketing trends
• Proficiency with numbers, budgets, and campaign timelines
• Ability to problem-solve and present ideas effectively

Education requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12 Certificate
• Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Sales, Marketing, or a related field

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. If you don’t hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time. We thank you for your interest in the role and wish you the best in your career search.