Senior Management Consultant - Strategy & Operations

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Global best practices exposure

Career progression

Collaborative environment

Office in Kimberley

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, Northern Cape seeks a Senior Management Consultant to drive strategy and operational improvements for regional clients. You will diagnose challenges, craft innovative solutions, and lead implementations with senior executives to foster sustainable growth.

The role demands deep expertise in strategic planning, operational excellence, and strong client relationships. You will mentor juniors and contribute to business development while managing engagements to scope and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
• 7+ years in management consulting or senior strategy/operations roles.
• Proven ability to lead complex strategic and operational projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements on strategy development, org design, and transformation.
• Conduct market assessments, competitive analyses, and diagnostics.
• Develop actionable strategic recommendations and implementation plans.
• Manage project teams, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery and budget adherence.
• Facilitate executive workshops and drive stakeholder decisions.
• Build trusted client relationships across levels; identify growth opportunities.
• Mentor junior consultants and support knowledge transfer.

Skills

Strategic planning

Operational excellence

Client management

Leadership

Project management

Business development

Mentoring juniors

Education

Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious management consulting firm, is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Management Consultant to drive strategy and operations improvements for clients in Kimberley, Northern Cape. This role requires a strategic thinker adept at diagnosing complex business challenges, designing innovative solutions, and leading implementation efforts. You will work closely with senior executives to shape their organizational strategies, optimize operations, and foster sustainable growth. The ideal candidate will possess a robust analytical toolkit, extensive experience in strategic planning and operational excellence, and exceptional client relationship management skills. This is a significant opportunity to influence business performance within the Kimberley, Northern Cape area and contribute to the firm's continued success and reputation for excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements focused on strategy development, organizational design, and operational transformation.
• Conduct comprehensive business analysis, including market assessment, competitive analysis, and operational diagnostics.
• Develop actionable strategic recommendations and detailed implementation plans.
• Manage project teams, ensuring high-quality delivery, adherence to timelines, and budget management.
• Facilitate executive workshops and client meetings to drive consensus and decision-making.
• Build and nurture strong, trusted relationships with client stakeholders at all levels.
• Identify opportunities for business development and contribute to proposal creation.
• Mentor and develop junior consultants, fostering their professional growth and ensuring knowledge transfer.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in management consulting or a senior strategy/operations role.
• Demonstrated success in leading complex strategic and operational improvement projects.
• Strong understanding of business strategy frameworks and operational best practices.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Experience working with clients in sectors relevant to Kimberley, Northern Cape is a plus.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive compensation package, including significant performance bonuses and comprehensive benefits.
• We provide unparalleled opportunities for professional development, including continuous learning programs, access to global best practices, and clear career progression paths.
• You will have the chance to work on high-impact projects with leading organizations, gaining broad industry exposure and valuable experience.
• Our client cultivates a dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive work environment that prioritizes innovation and professional growth.
• This role is based in our Kimberley, Northern Cape office, providing a base for impactful client engagement within the region.
• We promote a healthy work-life balance for all our employees.