Job description
The principal role of the Business Development Manager is to establish the company in the Johannesburg region; attain new business and clients, and to manage client services.

The primary role will include;
- Business Development: you will be required to source, make contact with, and pitch to new clients
- Accounts: you will not be responsible for the project management but will be the link between the project manager and client

Client Relationship Management:
- Develop effective client relationships to instil confidence within your clients and to win their trust.
- In conjunction with the account management team, liaise directly with clients, arranging and attending meetings throughout project. Ensure client needs are met in a timely and courteous manner.
- Identify and manage problems quickly & smartly and provide effective solutions to address them.
- Be proactive in all client dealings by driving the project, rather than waiting to be briefed.

Technical Understanding:
- Demonstrate good understanding of all technical aspects of the role including the application of web technology (flash, php, HTML, design integration etc) and source in-house training if necessary.
- Demonstrate effective understanding of technical advances and best practices including but not limited to; SEO/SEM, technical process, digital marketing
- Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of all technical aspects of the process.

Team interaction and management:
- Demonstrate outstanding professional demeanor that inspires staff and peers.
- Work together with department heads to agree and deliver impeccable pieces of work.
- Support the Operations Director/PM Head across all projects, and become an integral part of the team.
- Mentor, guide and directly support other project managers within the team
- Ensure you are aware of all deadlines and schedules within your team and assist if required

Company Description
Platinum Seed Digital Marketing is a young, forward thinking digital marketing company based in Cape Town, South Africa. The company was founded in early 2009 to fill the increasing gap in the digital marketing industry.

We are passionate about marketing, new digital media and growing businesses through multiple digital marketing channels. We distinguish ourselves through our quality of work, our level of service, and our research and development of sound, measurable and sustainable digital solutions.

Our staff have in-depth knowledge, experience, and qualifications in their respective fields that help provide our clients with real return-on- investment.

Requirements
- Tertiary qualification in either Marketing, B. Comm. or Digital Marketing
- Three to five years' experience in project management or similar role ideally within a digital agency
- Strong organisational are mandatory
- The ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
- Clear and effective communication
- Team player
- Excellent knowledge of digital marketing and communications
- Strong knowledge of digital production process
- Proactive worker that identifies, highlights and removes impediments
- Excellent presentation skills
- Good people management and interpersonal skills

Advantageous
- Ability to acquire new business within existing network

Contact details
Platinum Seed Digital Marketing
info@platinumseed.com