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Carlo Phillips

Carlo Phillips

Account Manager / Team Lead / Sales Specialist
Cape Town,WC

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Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

RemoteHybridOn-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementPaid time offPersonal development programs

Summary

Results-driven Account Manager with 10+ years of experience in the iGaming sector, willing to relocate share my skills. I specializing in managing high-value client portfolios, driving revenue growth, and optimizing customer performance. Proven ability to act as a primary point of contact for key accounts, delivering tailored solutions that improve retention, engagement, and lifetime value.

Strong commercial mindset with hands-on experience in revenue ownership (NGR), KPI tracking, and account performance analysis. Skilled in developing strategic account plans, executing targeted promotional campaigns, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver client-focused solutions.

Experienced in CRM systems including Zendesk, Zoho, and SoftSwiss, with a structured and analytical approach to problem-solving in fast-paced environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Account Manager

New G Media (Kyiv Ukraine)
Cape Town Remote, Western-Cape
09.2022 - 04.2025
  • Managed a portfolio of ~900 high-value player accounts, acting as the primary point of contact and ensuring high levels of engagement, retention, and satisfaction
  • Held commercial responsibility for account performance, consistently driving revenue growth through upselling, reactivation, and personalized promotional strategies
  • Developed and executed account-specific engagement and retention plans, aligning offers and campaigns with player behavior and value segmentation
  • Monitored and reported on monthly revenue performance (NGR), player activity, and retention metrics, providing actionable insights to optimize account outcomes
  • Collaborated with internal teams (Marketing, Risk, Customer Support) to ensure timely delivery of tailored gaming solutions and promotions
  • Identified opportunities to increase player lifetime value (LTV) through targeted campaigns and behavioral analysis
  • Managed escalations and sensitive cases, maintaining trust and long-term relationships with high-value clients
  • Utilized Zendesk, Zoho, and SoftSwiss BackOffice to manage workflows, CRM data, and campaign execution
  • Maintained detailed account documentation and conducted ongoing account reviews to proactively address risks and opportunities

Key Achievements:

  • Maintained €120–€150 average NGR per active player per deposit
  • Achieved 90%+ active engagement rate across managed accounts
  • Delivered consistent monthly retention of 125–150 high-value players
  • Generated incremental revenue through targeted upselling and reactivation strategies

Reason for leaving: Company Retrenchment

Short Term Insurance Sales Agent

Sanlam Head Office
Cape Town, Western Cape
02.2021 - 08.2022
  • Managed client relationships while consistently achieving and
    exceeding monthly policy and premium targets.
  • Advised clients on and closed complex insurance policies, ensuring solutions aligned with individual needs and risk profiles.
  • Drove revenue growth through renewals, upselling, and cross-selling opportunities.
  • Conducted 100+ outbound calls daily, delivering 5–7 tailored quotes,
    resolving client queries, and generating new business.
  • Maintained accurate client records and profiles, ensuring compliance and efficient follow-ups; escalated queries when necessary.
  • Monitored and optimized personal performance metrics, including online activity, talk time, and client engagement.


Key Achievements / KPIs:

  • Achieved 130%–160% of monthly policy revenue targets.
  • Maintained an average of 130% on policy count target.
  • Consistently delivered a 90% average QA (Quality Assurance) score.

Reason for leaving: Head-hunted by New G Media

Team Leader

Digi Outbound Services
Cape Town, Western Cape
06.2017 - 05.2020
  • Led a team of 8-12 sales agents, managing Performance, Attendance, and KPIs.
  • Conducted outbound sales calls adhering to QA standards.
  • Conducted monthly 1-on-1 performance reviews, training sessions, and quality assurance evaluations.
  • Motivated team through morale-building activities, warm-ups, and
    coaching sessions.
  • Assisted leadership in managing multiple teams and resolving escalated client queries.

Reason for leaving: Department closure

Call Centre Agent (Senior) / Risk Agent

Regis Management
12.2012 - 05.2017
  • Withdrawal Reviews for requirements and gameplay
  • Documents & FICA review
  • Investigating and reporting player fraud cases and declined transactions
  • Performing Risk Verification calls
  • Providing professional player support to various online gambling markets worldwide via chat, e-mail and telephone
  • Managing accounts to within company KPI’s
  • Complete additional bulk tasks as required
  • Completing numerous reporting tasks for Casino and S.A. sports betting sites
  • Assist during Training of new staff
  • Conducting site tests to ensure functionality of the product
  • Investigating client escalations in relation to business services provided
  • Reason for leaving: Retrenched

Education

NEC 2005 & 2006 - Grade 12 / N3

North Link College
Panorama
06-2006

Skills

Customer Relationship Management

Key Account Growth & Retention

Strategic Account Planning

Data Analysis & Performance Reporting

VIP Client Support

Problem Solving & Adaptability

References

  • Oleh, Oliinyk, Sales Team Lead, +380 09 864 75886, NDA, Ukraine, LinkedIn
  • Maryna, Bondarchuk, HR People Partner, +380 93 604 4680, NDA, Ukraine
  • Mahmoud, Ahmed Shalabi, HR Wellbeing Manager, Mahmoudahmedshalabi@gmail.com, +27 83 320 2501, NDA, Cape Town
  • Rafiq, Upadhe, Human Recourse Team, +27 21 947 2555, Sanlam Head Office
  • Keenan, Cox, Operations Floor Manager, +27 79 595 5349, Digi Outbound Services, Human Recourse Management, Tel: +27 21 528 9313
  • Byron, Broadway, Operations Supervisor, +27 73 464 9129, Regis Management, Tel: +27 21 003 0261

Work Availability

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Accomplishments

  • Being appointed as the Senior Support agent at Regis Management due to my knowledge and experience gained in the iGaming sector
  • Transitioning from a Customer Support role at Regis Management to becoming the number 1 Sales and face of the company recruitment campaign at DigiOutbound Services
  • Being promoted from a Sales Agent to Team Lead at DigiOutbound Services and improving the overall Team Performance
  • Being Head Hunted to NDA Company as an Account Manager due to my work ethic and proven track record in Sales & Customer Service

Timeline

Account Manager

New G Media (Kyiv Ukraine)
09.2022 - 04.2025

Short Term Insurance Sales Agent

Sanlam Head Office
02.2021 - 08.2022

Team Leader

Digi Outbound Services
06.2017 - 05.2020

Call Centre Agent (Senior) / Risk Agent

Regis Management
12.2012 - 05.2017

NEC 2005 & 2006 - Grade 12 / N3

North Link College
Carlo PhillipsAccount Manager / Team Lead / Sales Specialist