Gauteng: Account Manager (Client Growth & Engagement) (JB5782) posted by Kontak Recruitment

January 29, 2026 Jobs in Gauteng

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Account Manager to join our team in Lonehill, Gauteng. As a key member of our sales team, you will be responsible for growing existing business and engaging directly with decision-makers. Our organisation specialises in empowering B2B companies to strengthen their sales capability through professional development, consulting, events, and assessments. If you are a driven and relationship-focused professional who thrives on building long-term relationships and delivering measurable commercial results, we want to hear from you.

Key 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

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

Qualifications

5 years B2B account management or sales experience with proven success in growing existing accounts
Bachelor’s degree (not specified)

Salary & Benefits

R30 000 to R35 000 a month, plus petrol and cell phone allowance, commission incentives.

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About Sales Jobs in South Africa

In South Africa, the sales profession is a widely sought-after career path, with many individuals seeking to succeed in this field due to its dynamic nature and potential for high earnings. Generally, the job market trends indicate a strong demand for skilled sales professionals across various industries. This demand is often driven by companies’ need to expand their customer bases, increase revenue, and stay competitive in a rapidly changing business environment.

Typically, the salary range for sales positions in South Africa varies widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, industry sector, and individual performance. While broad ranges can be difficult to estimate, it is generally common for junior sales roles to offer salaries within the R200 000 – R400 000 per annum bracket, while senior or executive-level sales positions may command higher salaries of R500 000 – R1 million per annum. However, please note that these figures are approximate and can vary significantly depending on individual circumstances.

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Sales professionals can be found across various industries, including financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and more. Companies in these sectors often require sales teams to be highly adaptable, customer-focused, and results-driven.

For those looking to advance their careers in sales, there are numerous opportunities for professional development and growth. Typically, senior sales roles involve managing teams of sales professionals, developing new business strategies, and identifying new revenue streams. With experience and dedication, it is possible to move into leadership positions or explore related career paths such as account management, business development, or sales management.

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