Growth Manager– Private Utilities (Entrepreneur in Residence), Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 13/01/2026

Energy Intelligence (EI) is seeking an Entrepreneur in Residence– Business Manager to take ownership of our private utility management business, with a strong focus on prepaid electricity and water for residential and mixed-use complexes.

This is a hands‑on, entrepreneurial role combining portfolio management, business development, and operational leadership. The successful candidate will manage EI’s existing client base while actively driving new growth.

The role is based in Century City and operates within the Methys Venture Studio, offering exposure to a broader ecosystem of entrepreneurial ventures, best practices, and shared expertise.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and grow EI’s existing portfolio of private utility clients

Serve as the primary commercial contact for managing agents, trustees, and asset managers

Ensure strong recovery ratios, operational performance, and client satisfaction

Identify upsell and expansion opportunities within existing buildings and portfolios

2. Business Development&Growth

Identify, pursue, and close new private utility management opportunities

Build and maintain relationships with:

Managing agents

Body corporates and trustees

Property developers

Asset managers

Drive growth in prepaid electricity and water solutions

Support pricing, proposals, and commercial negotiations

Take a business‑owner mindset toward EI’s utility management activities

Help refine EI’s value proposition and go‑to‑market strategy

Identify operational improvements, efficiencies, and new revenue streams

Contribute to strategic planning and execution

4. Internal Coordination

Work closely with support teams

Manage relationships with electrical suppliers

Translate client needs into clear operational actions

Track performance metrics and report on portfolio health

Requirements 3–5 years’ experience in utilities, with strong exposure to:

Private utilities

Prepaid electricity and/or water

Metering, billing, vending, or revenue recovery

Solid understanding of the South African private utilities market

Proven experience managing commercial client relationships

Why Join Energy Intelligence

Opportunity to own and grow a business unit

High level of autonomy and responsibility

Exposure to the Methys Venture Studio ecosystem

Direct impact on company growth and strategy

Ideal role for someone who wants to build, not just manage

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