Become a coach

You've been in the arena.

Built the business. Led the team. Navigated the chaos.

Now you're ready for more than success. You're ready for significance.

Turn experience into impact

At ScaleUp, we believe entrepreneurship is one of the most powerful forces for good. We help ambitious founders grow their companies, and we're looking for entrepreneurial minds to help us do it.

Our ScaleUp Coaches are seasoned founders and executives who partner with leadership teams, guiding them through a proven scaling journey.

If you're passionate about entrepreneurship, personal freedom, and making a meaningful impact, this could be your next chapter.

Coaching session with founders

Why join as a ScaleUp Coach?

Freedom

Set your own schedule. No micromanagement. Focus on clients, not admin.

Impact

Work directly with scaling founders. Shape the future of high-growth businesses.

Income

Get compensated well for your experience. Flexibility to grow your client portfolio.

What you'll be doing

  • Leading dynamic, full-day client workshops each month
  • Coaching and supporting entrepreneurial teams using our battle-tested frameworks
  • Collaborating with a network of like-minded former entrepreneurs and executives
  • Shaping the scaling journey for South African businesses across industries

Who we're looking for

  • Former founders, co-founders, or C-level executives who have scaled businesses (ideally 30–300 employees)
  • Strong facilitation, coaching, and group leadership skills
  • Passion for entrepreneurship and structured business growth
  • Based in South Africa (remote with in-person workshops)

Your journey starts here

If you want the freedom to design your professional life while helping others achieve theirs, we'd love to meet you.

We'll use your details to review and respond to your application. Read our privacy policy.

Prefer email? Reach out directly to nicholas@scaleup.co.za

"This isn't a job. It's a tour of duty. A calling. A movement."

Let's grow.