Senior Business Consultant (Remote) | Eastern Cape Growth

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 96,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Senior Business Consultant to lead engagements for clients in and around Queenstown, SA, focusing on strategic guidance and operational execution. You will analyze business needs, map processes, and deliver practical solutions that drive growth and efficiency.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills with a solid track record in management consulting and business analysis.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in management consulting, business analysis, or strategic advisory roles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with the South African business context, particularly the Eastern Cape, is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements and define project scope with clients.
• Conduct comprehensive business analysis, process mapping, and performance evaluation.
• Develop strategic recommendations and practical solutions for client needs.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure success.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather requirements and align stakeholders.
• Prepare high-quality reports and presentations for client executives.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost optimization.
• Mentor junior consultants and support team development.
• Support business development activities, including proposals and client relations.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Business analysis

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration/Management/Economics

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Placements24 is hiring a Senior Business Consultant to lead engagements for clients in and around Queenstown, SA, focusing on strategic guidance and operational execution. You will analyze business needs, map processes, and deliver practical solutions that drive growth and efficiency.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills with a solid track record in management consulting and business analysis.