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Account Executive

Social Places

Job Location:

Cape Town - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Experience Required: 1-3years

Posted: 4 September 2026 (2 days ago)

Application Deadline: 2 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Social Places is an award-winning marketing technology agency based in Century City Cape Town operating since 2015. We have created proprietary marketing and CRM software that allows our clients to manage their digital eco-system across a range of digital platforms from a single dashboard.

Our products and services are used in 42 countries by many of the worlds largest franchise brands. You can watch our overview video here:

We are a team of 60 passionate intelligent and hard-working individuals. We have a flexible working environment and a great team culture and are looking for ambitious team members to help scale our business further globally.

About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic and passionate Account Executive. This role is a combination of supporting the Account Management team with administrative tasks and managing a portfolio of smaller accounts. This position requires relationship management operational excellence strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities.

Please apply via this link: Support

Handle day-to-day client communications including but not limited to operational requests.
Brief manage and update client requests using project management tools.
Oversee client support tickets and ensure timely resolution of inquiries via helpdesk platform.
Conduct regular client follow-ups on pending tasks to maintain strong relationships and ensure client satisfaction.
Monitor and track client feedback via comprehensive meeting note taking ensuring it is communicated to the appropriate internal teams for action.
Assist with the client retention efforts as needed.
Assist with the preparation of reports and presentations for client meetings.
Coordinate and schedule meetings between Account Managers and clients ensuring all necessary materials are prepared in advance.

Client Management

Manage a small portfolio of clients focusing on product adoption and contract renewals.
Manage day-to-day client tasks and inquiries ensuring prompt and effective responses.
Assist in the client onboarding process.
Monitor and report on account performance and metrics to track progress and identify areas for improvement and upsell opportunities.
Address and escalate client issues and concerns promptly to ensure resolution.
Maintain detailed records of client interactions and project progress to track milestones and deliverables.

Please apply via this link: years of experience in digital marketing SaaS or client services.
Proven track record of successfully managing client relationships and delivering exceptional client service.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Advantageous
Proficiency in project management tools like and CRM software. (Advantageous)
Bachelors degree in business administration Marketing Communications or a related field. (Advantageous)

Additional Requirements
Must have reliable transportation for in-office days occasional client meetings or events.
Flexible schedule to accommodate occasional client calls or urgent requests outside regular business hours.

Behavioural Competencies
Effective Communication
Conflict Resolution
Self-Starter
Collaboration and Adaptability
Time Management and Attention to Detail
Resilience
Professionalism

Please apply via this link: Skills:
Qualifications: Required: 1-2 years of experience in digital marketing SaaS or client services. Proven track record of successfully managing client relationships and delivering exceptional client service. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. Advantageous: Proficiency in project management tools like and CRM software. Additional Requirements: Must have reliable transportation for in-office days occasional client meetings or events. Flexible schedule to accommodate occasional client calls or urgent requests outside regular business hours. Behavioural Competencies: Effective Communication Conflict Resolution Self-Starter Collaboration and Adaptability Time Management and Attention to Detail Resilience Professionalism Please apply via this link:

Required Education:
Bachelors degree in business administration Marketing Communications or a related field. (Advantageous)