Senior Account Director
External job listingat Native Events
Native Events seeks a Senior Account Director to lead Client Services, grow strategic corporate partnerships, and drive business development.
Salary
Not provided
Location
Gaborone, Botswana
Employment type
Full time
Workplace
Not provided
Senior Account Director
Gaborone, Botswana
Job description
About the role
Native Events is looking for an experienced and driven Senior Account Director to lead its Client Services function, grow strategic client partnerships, and drive business growth.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage Native Events’ portfolio of strategic corporate clients.
- Develop and grow long-term client relationships and identify opportunities to expand existing accounts.
- Drive new business development through networking, proposals, presentations, and client pitches.
- Lead, coach, and develop the Client Services team.
- Oversee client quotations, proposals, contracts, and commercial negotiations.
- Monitor account profitability, pipeline performance, and revenue forecasts.
- Work with the Creative & Experience and Event Production Lead teams to support successful project delivery.
- Produce regular commercial and client performance reports for senior leadership.
- Represent Native Events at client meetings, networking events, and industry engagements.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
- At least 7 years’ experience in account management, client services, business development, or sales.
- A proven track record of managing and growing high-value corporate accounts.
- Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen, including the ability to manage revenue, profitability, and client portfolios.
- Excellent negotiation, presentation, and relationship management skills.
- Experience in the events, marketing, advertising, hospitality, or creative industries is a distinct advantage.
How to apply
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Key facts
- Requires a bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
- Requires at least 7 years’ experience in account management, client services, business development, or sales.
- Experience in the events, marketing, advertising, hospitality, or creative industries is a distinct advantage.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the Senior Account Director role involve?
The role leads Native Events’ strategic corporate client portfolio, grows client partnerships, and drives business development. It also leads the Client Services team and monitors account profitability and revenue forecasts.
What qualifications and experience are required?
A bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field is required, along with at least 7 years’ experience in account management, client services, business development, or sales.
How can I apply?
Apply directly on CazVid.