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Recruiter:

SDC Group (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:



Date posted:

Friday, June 20, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

POSITION INFO:

Job Description:

Client Relations Manager

REPORTS TO:

Head of Operations

OCCUPATIONAL LEVEL:

Middle Management

FUNCTIONAL AREA:

SDC Skills Sales

COMPANY:

The Skills Development Corporation (Pty) Ltd

LOCATION:

24 Achter Road, Paulshof, Sandton, 2191

Key Role Purpose

• Leads and manages a sales team to achieve company revenue targets by developing and implementing sales strategies, managing the sales pipeline, recruiting and training sales representatives, and motivating the team to generate leads and build client relationships.
• Understanding client needs, communicating effectively, and acting as a liaison between clients and internal teams.
• Retain existing clients and drive new business growth.
  
  

• Leadership and Team Management
• Sales strategy and planning
• Sales performance and reporting
• Client Relations and Business Development
• Meeting and Project Management
• Client proposal
• Training & Development
• General Duties
  
  

• Overseeing the daily operations of the sales team, including managing the sales pipeline, coaching and mentoring sales representatives, and addressing performance issues
• Identifying, interviewing, and hiring new sales team members who meet the company's requirements
• Providing ongoing training and development opportunities for sales representatives to enhance their skills and knowledge
  
  

• Identifying and developing effective sales strategies, tactics, and processes to drive sales and achieve revenue goals
• Establishing realistic and achievable sales goals and quotas for individual sales representatives and the overall team
• Tracking and managing the sales pipeline to identify opportunities, forecast sales, and prioritize leads
• Creating and implementing comprehensive sales plans that align with the company's overall business strategy
  
  

• Regularly tracking and analysing sales performance data, identifying areas for improvement, and adjusting sales strategies as needed
• Generating reports on sales activity, analysing performance metrics, and providing regular forecasts of future sales
• Developing and managing the sales budget, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to support sales efforts
  
  

• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, understanding their needs, and ensuring their satisfaction
• Developing and implementing strategies to generate new leads and opportunities
• Collaborating with marketing, product development, and other departments to ensure alignment and support for sales efforts
• Managing communications between key clients and internal teams
• Coordinate with company operations so that the client’s expectations are met
• Develop initiatives to increase client satisfaction and retention
• Negotiating contracts with clients and establishing timeline of performance
  
  

• Coordinate diaries of the sales team and self
• Conclude meeting/s with new, potential and existing clients
• Understand the needs and requirements of all new and potential clients
• Presentation of current offer/s to all new and potential clients
• Agree on proposal terms:
• Number of learners
• Demographics
• Onsite or offsite solution
• Qualification
• Payment terms
• Start date
• Appointments for all renewals must be set on the basis listed below:
• For all SDC clients, irrespective of where the client is based, one client visit needs to be done per year, over and above the renewal meeting as stated above
• All client renewal visits must be set within a minimum period of 60 Days before the completion of the clients’ current program
• All renewal documentation must be completed no later than one (1) month before the completion of the clients’ current program
• Act as the key interface between the client and all relevant departments
• Manage a client’s project/s from beginning to end
• Maintain and update client contact records
• Meeting all client needs and deliverables according to proposed timelines
  
  

• Complete a skills analysis for new/potential clients
• Draft and populate proposal as per the proposed terms discussed in the meeting
• Forward prepared proposal through to client with additional information required
• Follow up on the proposal after two (2) days, if the client has accepted or not
• If the proposal is accepted, receive the signed proposal from the client, with the supporting documents:
• Tax Clearance
• Company Registration Documents
• Fixed Term Contract/s
• Letter of Delegation (if applicable)
• Distribution of induction email to the various departments (Sourcing, Projects, Operations, Admin, Facilitation, Finance and SETA Liaison)
• The induction email content forwarded to all HOD’s, include:
• The signed proposal and supporting documents
• Demographics
• Qualification
• Contract dates
• Fixed Term Contract template
• Invoice terms
• Hosting of learner
• Payroll due date
• Workplace Health Plan (WHP)
  
  

• Keep up to date with legislative requirements on the B-BBEE Act, Skills Development Act, Skills Development Levies Act, The Income Tax Act, and any other Act as required for the completion of this Role
• Continuously train and develop all the sales team and associates of the company
• Host a Skills Development Workshop annually
  
  

• Complete all tender applications for and behalf of the company
• Ensure all Service Level Agreements are completed, signed and stored
• Represent the organisation at sales and marketing conventions, trade exhibitions and other forums
• Complete monthly payment schedules for finance department
• Complete Supplier & Enterprise Development Contracts and reconciliations for loans
• Complete Sales team commission recons monthly
• Assist clients with information required for their B-BBEE Audit
• Bi-weekly meetings with all HOD’s
  
  

• Able to multi-task, prioritize and manage time efficiently
• Goal-orientated, organised team player
• Encouraging to team/staff, able to mentor and lead
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Have excellent people skills and intuitive to client’s business needs
• Highly self-motivated and self-directed
• Delivering Results and Meeting Client Expectations
• Knowledge and understanding of various legislation
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to function independently and under
  
  

• Computer Literacy, with emphasis on Excel skills
• Strong negotiation skills, with ability follow through on client contracts
• Proven results of delivering client solutions and meeting sales goals
• Knowledge and understanding of The BBBEE Act, The Skills Development & Skills Development Levies Act, The Income Tax Act, The New Minimum Wage Act, The Employment Equity Act, The Codes of Good Practice on People with Disabilities
• Acquire a thorough knowledge and understanding of key client needs and requirements
  
  

• National Diploma in Sales and Marketing
• Business Administration
• Client Relationship Management
• Communications
  
  

• BCom Degree in business commerce, such as Sales and Marketing or Finance
• MDP B-BBEE
  
  

• 3/4 years relevant managerial experience, with at least 3 years at middle management level
• Proven track record of sales successes
• Proven track record of meeting targets and generating new business
  
  

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience, at senior management level with full competence as a Client Relations Manager/Sales Manager
  
  

• Basic Salary – R35 000,00 to R50 000,00 (negotiable dependant on experience)
• Commission earned - paid monthly with salary package, dependant on monthly targets achieved
• Provident fund, disability & risk benefit after 6 months permanent employment – fully company funded
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Contract

• Job function Sales and Business Development
• Industries Advertising Services

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We are searching for a Client Relations Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with Insurers, Brokers, and underwriting Managers. Also managing assessing administrators, ensuring the smooth running of Operations in order to optimise profits.

Key responsibilities:

Ensure requisite administration and authorisation takes place for validation of procurement process.

Ensure internal and external governance and compliance is always adhered to.

Provide superior liaison with external partners to retain current business and attract new business

Identify and report irregularities to risk management.

Ensure accurate administration of monthly payments and purchases.

Relevant tertiary qualification

National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)

3-5 years of General Management, Client and Customer Service experience

Salesforce and Zendesk experience advantageous

Microsoft Excel - Advanced

Reliable transport

We are searching for a Client Relations Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with Insurers, Brokers, and underwriting Managers. Also managing assessing administrators, ensuring the smooth running of Operations in order to optimise profits.

Key responsibilities:

Ensure requisite administration and authorisation takes place for validation of procurement process.

Ensure internal and external governance and compliance is always adhered to.

Provide superior liaison with external partners to retain current business and attract new business

Identify and report irregularities to risk management.

Ensure accurate administration of monthly payments and purchases.

Relevant tertiary qualification 

National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)

3-5 years of General Management, Client and Customer Service experience

Salesforce and Zendesk experience advantageous

Microsoft Excel - Advanced

Reliable transport

Hiring: Customer Service & Admin (Bilingual) — Helderberg Basin

Own the switchboard. Drive orders. Orchestrate events.

You'll:

• Capture same-day orders (zero errors)

• Invoice within 30 mins of confirmation

• Route calls in <10s & log every lead

• Coordinate trade shows/reseller days

Must-haves:

• English & Afrikaans
• Helderberg-based

• Fast, accurate admin & pro phone manner

• CRM/invoicing/Sheets confidence
• Driver's licence & transport

Nice-to-haves:
4x4/overlanding passion; event experience

To Apply (no generic CVs)

: Please use the below link for more details on how to apply.
Applications will only be considered when the instructions have been followed.

We at Assist World are looking for a highly motivated
Virtual Assistant (VA)
on behalf of client, who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, be comfortable using AI tools and demonstrate initiative in solving problems and improving processes.

This role begins as a
2-month contract
with the opportunity to transition into a longer-term engagement on a month-to-month basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage customer service inquiries with professionalism and empathy across email and other communication channels.
• Support daily operational tasks, ensuring smooth coordination between teams and stakeholders.
• Organize and maintain inboxes, respond to messages, and flag priority communications.
• Utilize AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini) to draft, proofread and optimize responses, processes, and documents.
• Assist in developing streamlined processes for efficiency and scalability.
• Provide ad hoc support on special projects as the company grows.

Qualifications

• 3 -5 years experience as a Virtual Assistant, Customer Support Specialist or similar role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Tech-savvy with the ability to quickly learn and use AI tools, CRMs, and productivity platforms.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Independent, proactive, and solution-driven mindset.
• Flexible and adaptable to the needs of a startup environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in health tech or startup environments.
• Familiarity with project management or customer support platforms.
• Creative problem-solving and process improvement mindset.

Overview

We are seeking highly motivated Customer Service & Sales Specialists with proven experience in both delivering exceptional client support and driving sales results. This is a fast-paced, performance-driven environment where your communication skills, professionalism, and ability to connect with customers will directly impact success.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Engagement

• Handle inbound and outbound calls with professionalism, confidence, and energy.
• Drive sales performance by identifying opportunities, upselling, and closing with impact.
• Improve client service experience, create engaged clients, and facilitate organic growth
• Deliver outstanding customer service by addressing client needs, resolving concerns, and ensuring a positive customer journey.
• Ensure follow up and follow through on all client queries
• Identify any potential errors or obstacles that may arise which might impact client experience,
• Display leadership through your actions by accepting responsibility for daily deliverables and ensuring turnaround times are achieved.
• Maintain forward thinking and proactiveness by taking ownership of every interaction with the client and managing the clients queries from end-to-end
• Lead Management: Handle new case leads from sources such as social media and word-of-mouth.
• Case Creation: Create new case files by capturing essential client details, including name, phone number, and email.
• Client Communication: Manage initial calls through an automated dialer system, ensuring all interactions are professional and timely.
• Scripted Communication: Read the Welcome Script to clients who are interested in proceeding with case creation.
• Consistently achieve performance targets for both quality and sales metrics.
• Work collaboratively within a team while demonstrating personal accountability for results.

Client Verification

• Information Gathering: Collect additional client data on medical conditions, addresses, and financial background
• Agreement Management: Send agreements to clients via crm, confirm receipt, and track signed agreements.
• Data Entry: Update communication logs with call outcomes, reasons for non-continuation, and any additional case details.
• Maintain accurate customer records and ensure compliance with all processes and policies.
• Case Disposition: Disposition calls appropriately based on the client's responses
• Special Cases Handling: Manage interactions for clients with sponsors or minors, ensuring all necessary data is collected and agreements are signed.
• Quality Assurance: Follow quality control measures to ensure accuracy and adherence to procedures during client interactions and case creation.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with using automated dialers (e.g., Vicidial), customer relationship management (CRM) systems, and basic office software.
• Team Collaboration: Willingness to work closely with the Welcome Team Lead and other departments to ensure the smooth handling of cases.

Experience & Qualifications

• Proven track record in both customer service and sales environment
• Must have no less than 12 months customer service experience and 6 months sales experience
• Must be currently active on a dialer or have recent direct face-to-face customer engagement experience (retail, in-person sales, or service)
• Strong communication skills with a voice that sounds incredible over the phone—clear, confident, engaging, and persuasive
• Demonstrated drive, resilience, and hunger to achieve targets
• Ability to adapt quickly, handle objections, and maintain professionalism under pressure
• International customer service experience. (Advantageous)
• Ability to work shifts from 3pm - 3am

We want customer-first specialists who truly care about client needs, can handle conversations with confidence, and are willing to go the extra mile. Sales skills are an advantage, but your service quality, professionalism, and voice presence are what will make you stand out

Join Our Team

Are you passionate, driven, and ready to make an impact? We're looking for talented individuals to join our growing team

• Sales / Customer Service
• Outbound
• 1-2 Years in sales or customer service
• Target driven

Basic Salary + Commission

Let's build something amazing together

Forward cv to: -

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R7 500,00 per month

Work Location: In person

Remuneration: R12,600

Monthly bonus: R2,000

• after 3 month Probation:

Remuneration: R13,300

Monthly bonus: R3,400

The most important requirements for this role:

You must have and love a cat.

Be able to work 2 Sundays per month

Type faster than 35 wpm

At least one year's contact centre experience (or be a really impressive communicator if you don't have formal experience).

You must have a fast broadband connection with good upload and download speed.

You must be able to communicate effectively in English to customers from the UK.

You must love cats This is a role for someone who has a passion for customer service and a passion for cats.

About the company:

Our company is one of the leading premium cat food brands in the UK, renowned for our commitment to using real meat in our recipes. We pride ourselves on being the best and only meat-only premium cat food, dedicated to providing the highest quality nutrition for cats. Our mission is to ensure that every cat receives the best possible diet, and we are looking for purr-fectly passionate individuals to join our team and contribute to this goal.

Who we are looking for:

We are seeking individuals who are enthusiastic about customer service and share our love for cats. The ideal candidate will have:

Experience in a contact centre environment, showcasing their ability to handle customer inquiries and provide exceptional service.

A cheerful personality and a pleasant, clear voice that makes customers feel welcome and valued.

Strong computer literacy, ensuring you can navigate various software and systems with ease.

Requirements:

To successfully perform the role of a home-based customer service representative, you will need:

A quiet office space at home, free from distractions, with a reliable fibre internet connection.

A laptop or desktop computer that meets our technical specifications.

Back-up power solutions to protect against load shedding, ensuring you can work uninterrupted.

If you're feline like this is the purr-fect role for you and you're ready to join a company that values both customer service and feline friends, please send your CV to outlining the 6 points under the most important requirements for this role above with the reference: CC15/09 in the title.

Location: Remote  (Outside US)

Hours: Full‑time, US time zone

Salary: $1,200 USD  per month

• Handle inbound/outbound calls, email, and SMS via RingCentral; log clean notes in the CRM.
• Pre‑qualify leads, schedule estimates/installs, and send confirmations/reminders.
• Support sales: prepare/follow up on estimates; coordinate with operations and vendors.
• Run light AR/AP in QuickBooks Online: invoices, payments, weekly basic reconciliations.
• Permits: submit, track, close; keep tidy digital records.
• Update orders/contracts
• Produce simple status and metric reports; keep files up to date in Google/Microsoft.

• 2+ years in Customer Service / Office Admin / AR‑AP.
• Hands‑on QuickBooks Online (invoices, payments, reconciliation).
• RingCentral/VoIP: queues, transfers, VM, SMS.
• Disciplined CRM usage (JobNimbus/HubSpot or similar): clean data, notes & follow‑ups.
• English B2+ (spoken/written). Spanish fluent/advanced.
• Full‑time availability in US business hours.
• Professional remote setup: ≥ 50 Mbps internet, modern PC, (ideally) dual monitors, quality headset.

• Permit workflows
• Inventory experience
• Background in construction, home services, or franchises.
• Intermediate Google Sheets/Excel.

• Stable, long‑term role in a growing franchise network.
• Training on systems and processes; real impact on customer experience.
• Collaborative, service‑driven culture. Competitive compensation.