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Account Manager (Client Growth & Engagement) (JB5782)
Lonehill, Fourways, Gauteng · SalesAccount Manager (Client Growth & Engagement) (JB5782)
Lonehill, Gauteng
R30 000 to R35 000 a month + Petrol and Cell phone allowance + Commission + Incentives
Permanent
This opportunity is ideal for a driven and relationship-focused professional who thrives on growing existing business and engaging directly with decision-makers. The organisation specialises in empowering B2B companies to strengthen their sales capability through professional development, consulting, events, and assessments. The Account Manager will take full ownership of an existing client portfolio, nurturing long-term relationships, identifying growth opportunities, and driving expansion across a suite of sales-focused solutions. This is a role for a motivated self-starter who enjoys structured client engagement, strategic account conversations, and consistently delivering measurable commercial results
Minimum Requirements:
5+ years B2B account management or sales experience with proven success in growing existing accounts
Strong relationship-building ability with senior stakeholders (Sales, HR, L&D leaders)
Commercially savvy with the ability to position value, create opportunities, and close deals
Highly organised with disciplined CRM management and consistent follow-up practices
Confident communicator, able to lead meetings and present to executives
Growth mindset with a willingness to learn, be coached, and raise performance standards continuously
Self-motivated individual who takes full ownership of outcomes and delivery
Strong work ethic, resilience, and accountability
Own vehicle and valid driver’s licence for daily client visits
Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage and grow a portfolio of existing clients across various industries
Maintain strong, continuous engagement with key decision-makers to understand priorities and uncover opportunities
Drive expansion sales across offerings including sales training, management training, consulting, assessments, and public events
Promote and sell seats for live events and leadership conventions
Identify and secure speaking opportunities for senior leadership at client events and conferences
Keep CRM data accurate and updated for all accounts and contact interactions
Conduct structured quarterly account review meetings with clear action plans
Generate referrals through proactive client engagement
Collaborate with internal sales leadership to align strategies and track progress
Prospect within referral networks to create additional business opportunities
Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.
Kontak Recruitment Disclaimer:
Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.
Job specifics: Requirements mirror advertisement, duties may adjust for client needs.
Fair process: Fair assessment, only shortlisted candidates contacted due to volume.
Privacy: Data processed as per Privacy Policy. By applying, you agree to data handling. We safeguard applicant info.
Candidate verification: Candidates selected by the client are verified. False info may disqualify or end employment via the client.
Offer clarity: Advert is not a binding offer. Written offers based on pre-employment conditions.
No direct link: Advert is not tied to Kontak Recruitment. We assist in the employment process ONLY.
Applicant Responsibility: Upon applying, confirmation of receipt for a specific advert is given. If no confirmation is received, you must verify with Kontak Recruitment.
Lonehill, Gauteng
R30 000 to R35 000 a month + Petrol and Cell phone allowance + Commission + Incentives
Permanent
This opportunity is ideal for a driven and relationship-focused professional who thrives on growing existing business and engaging directly with decision-makers. The organisation specialises in empowering B2B companies to strengthen their sales capability through professional development, consulting, events, and assessments. The Account Manager will take full ownership of an existing client portfolio, nurturing long-term relationships, identifying growth opportunities, and driving expansion across a suite of sales-focused solutions. This is a role for a motivated self-starter who enjoys structured client engagement, strategic account conversations, and consistently delivering measurable commercial results
Minimum Requirements:
5+ years B2B account management or sales experience with proven success in growing existing accounts
Strong relationship-building ability with senior stakeholders (Sales, HR, L&D leaders)
Commercially savvy with the ability to position value, create opportunities, and close deals
Highly organised with disciplined CRM management and consistent follow-up practices
Confident communicator, able to lead meetings and present to executives
Growth mindset with a willingness to learn, be coached, and raise performance standards continuously
Self-motivated individual who takes full ownership of outcomes and delivery
Strong work ethic, resilience, and accountability
Own vehicle and valid driver’s licence for daily client visits
Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage and grow a portfolio of existing clients across various industries
Maintain strong, continuous engagement with key decision-makers to understand priorities and uncover opportunities
Drive expansion sales across offerings including sales training, management training, consulting, assessments, and public events
Promote and sell seats for live events and leadership conventions
Identify and secure speaking opportunities for senior leadership at client events and conferences
Keep CRM data accurate and updated for all accounts and contact interactions
Conduct structured quarterly account review meetings with clear action plans
Generate referrals through proactive client engagement
Collaborate with internal sales leadership to align strategies and track progress
Prospect within referral networks to create additional business opportunities
Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.
Kontak Recruitment Disclaimer:
Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.
Job specifics: Requirements mirror advertisement, duties may adjust for client needs.
Fair process: Fair assessment, only shortlisted candidates contacted due to volume.
Privacy: Data processed as per Privacy Policy. By applying, you agree to data handling. We safeguard applicant info.
Candidate verification: Candidates selected by the client are verified. False info may disqualify or end employment via the client.
Offer clarity: Advert is not a binding offer. Written offers based on pre-employment conditions.
No direct link: Advert is not tied to Kontak Recruitment. We assist in the employment process ONLY.
Applicant Responsibility: Upon applying, confirmation of receipt for a specific advert is given. If no confirmation is received, you must verify with Kontak Recruitment.