Customer Success Manager
Somewhere
πΏπ¦ Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R25,900 β R27,750 ZAR. This role is suited for mid-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa β whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.
Job Description
Customer Success Manager
Location:
Remote (LATAM, South Africa, or Philippines)
Compensation:
* Starting compensation: USD $1,500/month
* Compensation reviewed after first 3 months based on performance
* Performance bonuses begin from Day 1
Industry:
B2B Podcast Production / Media Services / Content Marketing
Schedule:
Full-time | Mandatory ET Core Hours 173hr/month
About the Company
Our client is a rapidly growing B2B podcast production and content marketing company helping business leaders leverage podcasting as a scalable customer acquisition and authority-building platform.
The company operates in a fast-paced startup environment focused on:
* client success
* operational execution
* relationship management
* scalable onboarding systems
* long-term customer retention
They are seeking a highly organized and proactive Customer Success Manager to serve as the primary relationship owner for clients throughout their engagement lifecycle.
Role Overview
The Customer Success Manager will act as the central communication hub between clients and internal production teams.
You will be responsible for:
* onboarding new clients
* maintaining client satisfaction
* managing ongoing communication
* coordinating internal execution
* ensuring successful delivery outcomes
Success in this role is measured by:
* client retention
* responsiveness
* onboarding quality
* client satisfaction
* operational organization
* proactive communication
Key Responsibilities
Client Relationship Management
* Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients
* Build strong long-term client relationships
* Conduct regular client check-ins and progress reviews
* Address client concerns quickly and professionally
* Ensure clients remain aligned on timelines, deliverables, and expectations
* Identify opportunities for account growth and retention
Client Onboarding & Coordination
* Lead onboarding processes for new podcast production clients
* Gather assets, requirements, and onboarding documentation
* Coordinate between clients and production teams
* Set onboarding timelines and manage implementation milestones
* Train clients on workflows, communication processes, and platforms
HubSpot CRM & Operational Management
* Maintain accurate client records inside HubSpot CRM
* Track communication, deliverables, and engagement activity
* Manage follow-ups, reminders, and client workflows
* Monitor client health and engagement metrics
* Generate reports related to retention and customer success KPIs
Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Coordinate closely with production, creative, and leadership teams
* Support communication between clients and operational stakeholders
* Collaborate with sales teams on renewals and upsell opportunities
* Escalate client risks or delivery concerns proactively
Required Skills & Experience
Hard Skills
* 3+ years of experience in customer success, account management, or client services
* Strong HubSpot CRM experience
* Excellent written and verbal English communication
* Experience managing multiple client relationships simultaneously
* Strong organizational and project coordination abilities
* Experience conducting onboarding and client training sessions
* Comfortable working in remote startup environments
Preferred Experience
* Experience in B2B SaaS, media, marketing, or professional services
* Familiarity with podcast production or content marketing
* Experience with ClickUp or similar project management platforms
* Experience supporting founders, agencies, or fast-growth businesses
* Experience creating SOPs, onboarding guides, training videos, or process documentation
Soft Skills & Traits
Relationship-Oriented
You naturally build trust and maintain strong client relationships.
Proactive Communicator
You stay ahead of issues, provide regular updates, and maintain strong responsiveness.
Organized & Process-Driven
You thrive in environments requiring coordination across multiple moving parts.
Calm Under Pressure
You remain composed and solutions-oriented when priorities shift quickly.
About the Candidate
You are highly organized, personable, and operationally strong. You enjoy helping clients succeed while keeping projects aligned internally.
You understand how to balance empathy, structure, and accountability while operating in a fast-moving startup environment.
The company strongly prefers candidates who:
* are quick learners
* communicate confidently with founders and executives
* embrace ownership and accountability
* are comfortable wearing multiple hats
* adapt quickly to new tools and workflows
* genuinely enjoy helping clients succeed
Additional Operational Notes
* Candidates must be comfortable using productivity/time-tracking software
* Compensation is tied to productive tracked hours and KPI performance
* Strong spoken English presence and executive-level communication confidence are critical
* Candidates should be comfortable coaching and guiding bu
Tips for South African Applicants
Timezone Advantage
South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.
Salary in Context
At R25,900/month, this role is on par with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($1,400/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.
Application Tips
Tailor your CV to international standards β use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.
Load Shedding Preparedness
If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.
About Somewhere
Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 685 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs β