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This client-facing role focuses on identifying business needs, recommending tailored IT solutions, and supporting the sales process from discovery through to implementation. You will work closely with both commercial and technical teams to deliver solutions that improve operational efficiency, strengthen cybersecurity, and support digital transformation initiatives. The role also offers the opportunity to manage an existing client portfolio while contributing to the growth of recurring managed services revenue. If you are passionate about technology, enjoy building strong client relationships, and can effectively communicate technical concepts to business stakeholders, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career.Key Responsibilities\nEngage with clients to identify IT infrastructure, cloud, and cybersecurity requirements.\nConduct site assessments and solution discovery sessions.\nDesign and recommend solutions across managed IT services, networking, Microsoft 365, cloud platforms, and cybersecurity.\nPrepare proposals, solution designs, and costings.\nDeliver professional solution presentations and support the sales team during the closing process.\nGrow managed services revenue through strategic client engagement.\nManage and develop relationships within an existing Port Elizabeth client portfolio.\nJob Experience and Skills Required\nRelevant IT qualification or certification.\nExperience in IT pre-sales, managed services, IT sales, or a similar solutions-focused environment.\nStrong understanding of networking, including routing, switching, and wireless technologies.\nKnowledge of Microsoft 365, server technologies, and cybersecurity fundamentals.\nExperience working with cloud and security solutions will be advantageous.\nExposure to technologies such as Sophos, MikroTik, Reyee, or Ruijie is beneficial.\nStrong communication and presentation abilities.\nAbility to translate complex technical solutions into clear business benefits.\nSelf-motivated with a consultative approach to client engagement.\nValid driver's licence and own transport\nApply Now!For more exciting IT vacancies, visit: https://www.networkrecruitmentinternational.com/it-jobs\nWe also specialise in recruiting for:\nSoftware Developers (Back-End, Front-End, Full Stack)\nMobile Developers\nBusiness & Systems Analysts\nBI & SQL Experts\nUI/UX Professionals\nData Scientists & Data Analysts\nBig Data Professionals\nCloud Experts\nInfrastructure Specialists\nDevOps & SecOps Engineers\nCybersecurity Specialists\nSEO / Digital Designers\nIf you have not received feedback within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. 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