Junior Account Manager

Remuneration:negotiable 
Location:Johannesburg
Job level:Junior/Mid
Travel requirement:Occasional
Company:AVLM Communication Solutions

Job description

Junior–Mid Account Manager (Activations)

Are you passionate about brand experiences and activations? We’re looking for a driven Junior–Mid Account Manager to join our team.

Key responsibilities client service and relationship management

  • Act as daily contact for allocated clients, building strong, professional relationships.

  • Support in taking client briefs, preparing contact reports, and ensuring alignment with campaign objectives.

  • Assist senior managers in growing client accounts by identifying opportunities.

Campaign and activation management

  • Coordinate the planning, logistics, and execution of activations, events, and sampling campaigns.

  • Work with suppliers, venues, promoters, and partners to ensure smooth delivery.

  • Draft and manage timelines, status reports, and project trackers.

  • Ensure activations align with brand guidelines and campaign KPIs.

Administration and reporting

  • Manage budgets, supplier quotations, and purchase orders.

  • Track spend and reconcile project budgets.

  • Collate post-activation reports, including photos, stats, and insights.

  • Maintain internal filing and workflow systems.

Team support

  • Support senior account managers with client pitches, presentations, and proposals.

  • Work collaboratively with creative, production, and operations teams.

  • Contribute ideas for activations, campaigns, and client growth.



Requirements

Key skills and competencies
  • Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication.

  • Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

  • Problem-solving mindset and proactive approach.

  • Good understanding of TTL marketing, activations, events, and shopper marketing.

  • Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills.

Qualifications and experience
  • Degree/Diploma in Marketing, Communications, Events, or related field.

  • Junior level: 1–2 years’ experience in activations, events, or account management.

  • Mid-level: 3–5 years’ experience with proven client and project management exposure.

  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and project management tools.

  • Valid driver’s license (advantageous for site visits and activations).



Posted on 25 Sep 16:27, Closing date 24 Nov

Apply by email

Akhona Makinta
akhona@avlmcommssolutions.co.za

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