Business Development and Marketing Manager - EMALG08

EMAPPLY; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the health sector seeks a dynamic Business Development Manager to spearhead growth initiatives and manage creative teams. This role offers an opportunity to innovate in health solutions and expand strategic partnerships, aligning brand execution with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will possess robust experience in business development and a passion for wellness innovation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in business development, strategic operations, or growth leadership.
• Experience managing marketing or creative teams.
• Strong commercial and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development strategy and assess new opportunities.
• Manage a performance-driven marketing team.
• Oversee campaign execution across social media and other platforms.

Skills

Business Development Strategy

Analytical Acumen

Leadership

Tools

Notion

Google Suite

Slack

Webflow

Mailchimp

CRM tools

Job description

Location : Cape Town, Century City (Hybrid : Office-based and Remote)

Position Type : Full-time

Reports to : CEO

About Our Client :

Our client represents all core business divisions within the organisation, including Regenerative Aesthetics, Gut Health, Hormone Optimisation, IV Therapy, Genetic Testing, and Longevity Medicine. It is the engine room of innovation, treatment delivery, and brand development. Our client operates as the Joint Ventures and Strategic Collaborations arm of the organisation. It brings together global partners, thought leaders, and visionary organisations to co-create health solutions that expand beyond borders, into clinics, retreats, and community models. Our client is reshaping the future of regenerative health and sustainable wellness.

Role Overview

Our client is seeking a strategic, energetic, and forward-thinking Business Development Manager to lead growth across both internal business divisions and external ventures. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will assess, launch, and scale new initiatives while overseeing the performance of the marketing and creative team. Your role will be a driving force behind expansion, innovation, and aligned brand execution across platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Development Strategy
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities divisions, assessing market fit, resource alignment, and ROI.
• Use a structured business template to analyse feasibility, scalability, and delivery models.
• Launch and manage new service offerings or internal programs with cross-functional coordination.
• Lead the development and management of strategic partnerships, clinical alliances, global retreats, and innovation pilots.
• Build win-win agreements and nurture long-term collaborative relationships.
• Represent our client in negotiations, forums, and B2B strategy conversations.
• Marketing Team Management
• Manage a results-driven marketing team including :
• Social Media Managers
• Web Designers & Developers
• SEO & Content Specialists
• Graphic Designers & Video Editors
• Provide strategic direction, campaign oversight, and ensure all marketing efforts align with business growth targets.
• Approve branding, campaign creative, and marketing timelines in line with launch schedules.

Campaign & Digital Oversight

Direct strategic execution across :

• LinkedIn (professional thought leadership, B2B presence)
• Instagram & YouTube (community building, visual storytelling)
• SEO strategy (organic reach, keyword optimisation, landing page performance)
• Campaign banner launches, brand assets, and external communications

Initiative Rollout & Project Management

• Create rollout plans for new divisions, retreats, or service lines with clear KPIs and milestones.
• Monitor progress across teams, address bottlenecks, and optimise for impact.
• Liaise with Clinical Leads, Operations, and Finance to ensure smooth execution.

Personality & Traits

• Vibrant, positive, and enthusiastic leader with a passion for wellness innovation.
• Proactive, strategic, and adaptable to change.
• Collaborative communicator with high emotional intelligence and motivational ability.
• Growth mindset and hunger for making a meaningful impact in a purpose-driven company.

Requirements

• 5+ years in business development, strategic operations, or growth leadership (health, wellness, or innovation sector preferred).
• Experience managing marketing or creative teams toward performance targets.
• Strong commercial and analytical acumen, with comfort in modelling new ventures.
• Familiar with platforms including Notion, Google Suite, Slack, Webflow,
• Mailchimp, and CRM tools.
• Shape the future of regenerative health delivery in a high-growth, visionary organisation.
• Elevate into Director-level leadership or Chief Growth Officer role.
• Collaborate directly with global health partners, clinicians, and longevity innovators.
• Be part of a culture that values purpose, autonomy, and impact.

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