Business Development Manager

Join Fresha as a Business Development Manager in Cape Town and play a key role in shaping the company's growth in South Africa and the broader Sub-Saharan African region. You will be responsible for identifying and acquiring new beauty & wellness partners, conducting product demos, and building strong relationships with key decision-makers. This is a rare opportunity to be an early commercial hire with significant ownership and influence.

Requirements

• Proven experience in sales, business development, or a client-facing advisory role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with genuine enthusiasm for engaging customers.
• High motivation, resilience, and a proactive approach to generating new business.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to help shape new processes and ways of working.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, scaling environment while taking full ownership of outcomes.
• Excellent command of English; additional South African languages are advantageous.
• Valid work authorisation in South Africa.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel as required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives.
• Flexible working arrangements: hybrid working in Cape Town.
• Modern equipment and access to continuous learning and development.
• A diverse, international team with a strong culture of collaboration, ambition, and support.