General Manager

Company Overview :

1-grid is a fast-growing web hosting company in Cape Town with an established customer base, recently acquired by recognized leaders in the Internet services industry. We have the vision and resources to be the market leader in SA in the next 5 years; this vision is supported by an entrepreneurial culture that encourages innovation, collaboration, and top performance.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic, larger than life and experienced General Manager to lead and oversee all business operations within 1-grid.

This unique opportunity invites a General Manager to shape the future of the organisation by driving operational excellence, sustained profitability, and strategic growth. The ideal candidate will combine strong commercial insight with an entrepreneurial mindset and exceptional leadership skills.

This role requires a balance of strategic vision, business acumen, and hands-on operational management, reporting directly to the Company Head .

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Commerce, or a related field (essential).
• Minimum of 10 years' leadership experience.
• Proven track record in managing multi-departmental operations and achieving organizational targets.
• Strong understanding of hosting infrastructure, service delivery models, and client lifecycle management.
• Excellent financial, analytical, and strategic planning skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Operational Excellence

Financial Management

People & Culture

Business Development, Customers Growth

Values Alignment :

The General Manager is expected to live out and promote 1-grid's values : Accountability, Customer Delight, Teamwork, Inclusivity, Respect, Transparency, Quality, and Collaboration.