Job description

Oliver South Africa is looking for an experienced senior account manager for a contract opportunity to be based in our offices in the Northern suburbs of Durban (this will, however, be remote work until the lockdown is completed).

Employment type: Six-month fixed-term contract.

Start date: 15 August 2020

Location: Durban (North Suburbs)

We are looking for a senior account manager for one of Oliver’s biggest and newest clients.

Reporting into the content team leader, the senior account manager, will be responsible for managing the delivery process and operations functions for all projects submitted through the Studio.

The senior account manager is the key driver for the delivery engine, and as such is responsible for the investigation, and translation of client briefs into a feasible, cost-efficient creative solution using their extensive experience and knowledge of delivering cross-platform projects and using smart operational processes and workflow management. Working in close collaboration with the Content Team Leader to understand our clients’ needs and to inspire the team to deliver brilliant work in the most effective way and with an outstanding service ethos.

Role overview:

Management and Facilitation of project set up + reporting

• Managing and documenting the triage process for new projects.
• Decision maker of where and how the work is funnelled through the studio and wider agency
• Facilitate clear direction and communication for all projects
• Manage and advise on Kick-off meetings for all projects.
• Collaborating with CTL to create weekly reports on finance and status of the department for client and Oliver.
• Managing daily/weekly WIP meetings with the on-site team.
• Managing key projects when required.

Workflow and resourcing

• Ensure that the onsite team have all required resources and equipment.
• Ensuring all team members (including onsite, near-site and GPP) adhere to the client’s processes and guidelines.

Requirements

• Excellent client engagement skills with the ability and confidence to liaise with senior client stakeholders.
• Experience and knowledge of delivering cross-platform projects e.g. digital display, website and video – In order to advise in the triage of new briefs.
• Confident in estimating complex, cross-platform projects.
• Experience working with offshore 3rd parties and implications of this. E.g. financially and operationally.
• The ability to manage and filter workflow as well as organise and prioritise workloads to maximise productivity.
• Considered, assertive and influential; ability to lead, with the skills and aptitude to develop and motivate a team.
• Able to think on your feet and make decisions; someone who finds solutions rather than simply reports problems.
• Proactive and adaptable, able to effectively work under pressure.
• Experience in working as part of a team to deliver high-quality work that is on time and within budget.
• Experience in prioritising and effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Highly adaptable to new procedures and systems and ensuring that these systems are adhered to.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion to make sure quality control procedures are adhered to.

Other essential points to note:

As we are working remotely, it is essential that the ideal candidate has the following in place to ensure there are no delays in delivering work timeously:

• Back-up power supply, if necessary.
• Stable internet connectivity – fibre connection preferable (options can be discussed) in order to connect to remote servers as well as to conduct virtual meetings daily.
• Personal computer with relevant capabilities necessary for the role.

Applications close: 15 August 2020

To apply email [[recruitment@more.global]

About us

Oliver, part of the global Inside Ideas Group (Oliver, AdjustYourSet, Dare, etc.), is a rapidly expanding creative services agency with a twist – we provide our clients with bespoke dedicated agencies that operate from within their offices. It’s a dynamic fast-paced solutions-focused start-up environment – that brings client and agency closer together to create more creative and effective work.

www.oliver.agency

https://www.linkedin.com/company/18178061/

Posted on 29 Jul 12:57

Job description

Job purpose:
Academic delivery of module, purpose of which is to develop understanding and applied knowledge of the principles of finance, economics and compliance relative to the development of brand strategies and plans, both locally and internationally. This module also examines how brand strategy is designed and developed within the framework of the business?? financial, economic and legal (FEL) and regulatory environments, both internal and external. It is crucial to consider the implications of these environments in ongoing brand decision-making.

Education:

Ideal

A completed Masters in Commerce (NQF level 9) in Finance/Economics with Honours in Finance/Economics and in 1st – 3rd year in undergraduate, with business law (or equivalent) and marketing included as a module in undergrad qualification.

Alternatively

A completed Masters (NQF level 9) in Financial Management ?? with Honours in Accounting/ Finance/ Economics/ MBA, and undergradaute degree with 1st – 3rd year OR degree Economics, Marketing and Accounting/ Finance or a similarly related field (e.g. entrepreneurship, management, marketing, economics or business management).

Work experience:

• Industry experience in brand management, marketing research and legal factors in brand management, emerging markets and/or corporate governance

Key performance area:

• Deliver the module in such a manner as to achieve the stated subject outcomes within the assigned contact hours.
• The assessment of student work within the stipulated marking and moderation cycle and provide constructive feedback to students and reporting any students concerns to the Relationship Navigator.
• Class preparation and development of lesson plans in a constructivist learning approach.
• Proactively participates in Vega events, such as Open Days, Graduation and others. Arrange for the appropriate guest lecturer to support application to the world of work.
• Operate in line with The Independent Institute of Education’s (The IIE) policies.

Working conditions:

• Campus environment.

Equity statement:

• Preferably equity candidate.

Disclaimer

Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted within two weeks of applying. Should you not hear from us in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Posted on 27 Jul 13:42

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• Remuneration : R 12500 – PER MONTH
• Employment Type : Full Time
• Employment Level : Senior Management
• Industry :

Sales/Marketing
Estate Agent

• Region : Kwazulu-Natal
• Company : Status Staffing

YOU ARE IN DEMAND!!! This established national concern based in Umhlanga Rocks, Durban needs you TODAY to join their team as Property Finance Sales Consultant!

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:       PERMANENT

SECTOR:                               Sales

BENEFITS:                     Petrol card, medical aid, provident fund and commission

START DATE: ASAP

DUTIES:

• To actively prospect potential home loan clients, through lead providers (agents and originators) and through personal marketing and people engagement opportunities, then by using the appropriate needs analysis based selling techniques, either switches them from other financial institutions or to offer them a new home finance packages that is tailor made and accompanied by our
• Alignment to business driver/Strategy
• To ensure that roll up branch, regional and national targets are achieved and hence contribute to maximising company profits and shareholder value.

• 1.       Source potential clients:

• Using proactive prospecting methods:
• Create a strong network of potential clients through ongoing partnering and relationship building;
• Using proven and measurable reactive methods:
• (1)Referral campaigns, (2) Personal marketing opportunities i.e. Shows, Expos, Mall campaigns etc. (3) Email campaigns, (4) Corporate presentations (5) Networking (6) Call duties (7) Social activities (8) SAPTG
• letters (9) Flyers (10) Open House Days

 2.        Identify needs

• Identify the primary financial and emotional needs of the potential client by asking open ended questions and then actively listening to their responses
• Pre-qualify the potential client through understanding their background situation and linking it to the credit matrix
• Identify the financial problems / challenges faced by the potential client and the impact it is having on them
• Should potential client not qualify, keep their details for possible future follow-up

 3.       Match relevant product package to relevant need

• Using outstanding product knowledge, present the features and benefits of a product package to the potential client in such a way that it meets their need and solves their problems
• Explain to the potential client the procedure taken to process their application
• Apply the correct credit criteria when assessing the file
• Drafting motivations and explanations of any abnormalities for better understanding

 4.       Explain the LOA (Final Grant) and close the deal

• Explain all the important figures, conditions and terminology in the LOA
• Close the deal by first summarising the benefits of the relevant product package as it relates to the identified need, then asking for the business

5. Maintain customer contact and Follow-up

• Update the client on every step of the process after the deal is concluded
• Explain answers to questions from clients accurately and clearly
• Keep in contact with the client even after LOA has been signed
• On signing LOA, get referrals from client 

• 6.        Applications capture and file construction

• Application completed and captured
• Supporting documents acquired. File packaged for Branch Admin

APPLICANTS MUST HAVE:

 A National Senior Certificate (relevant tertiary education advantageous)

 A clear criminal and credit record

 Min. 2 years proven track record in sales (sales leagues / rankings; records & achievements)

 Must have operated in an environment that requires proactive prospecting (a hunter). Must have worked in a pressurised sales environment

 Exceptionally strong admin skill set

 3 years Sales experience, preferably in a home loans environment ( Advantageous)

Generic Competencies:

Confident, Resilient, Self-starter, Persistent, Self-reliant, Energetic, Empathetic, Professional, Respectful (cross-culturally)

Service orientated, Passionate, Optimistic, Honest, Tenacious, Accountable, Time management, Persuasive, Extrovert (

Technical Competencies:

Prospecting, needs identification, Closing sales, networking, Relationship building, people skills, financial calculations

Verbal communication, written communication, translating market trends, Negotiating, Credit analysis, listening skills

Interested?  Apply at www.statusstaffing.com or e-mail sandi@statusstaffing.com today.

If you’ve not heard back from us within 10 working days, please consider your application as unsuccessful for this role. We will retain your credentials for future similar roles.