Senior Consultant - Strategy and Market Entry

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work

Career development

Health and retirement plans

Flexible schedule

Global project exposure

Remote-first culture

Collaborative global team

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a highly strategic Senior Consultant for our globally respected client. This fully remote role supports executives through market analysis, strategy development, and entry planning from anywhere, with potential to operate from Queenstown or other locations.

You will guide clients, mentor junior staff, and contribute to thought leadership while delivering high-impact strategic projects across industries. Strong communication and independence are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or related field.
• 6+ years of strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or strategic market analysis.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with market research, financial modeling, and competitive analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote executive engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead project teams in a fully remote setting.

Aufgaben

• Develop comprehensive corporate and business unit strategies for clients.
• Lead market research and analysis to identify opportunities, threats, and competitive dynamics.
• Formulate and assess market entry strategies for new products, services, and geographies.
• Conduct feasibility studies, business case development, and scenario planning for strategic initiatives.
• Work with clients to translate strategic recommendations into actionable plans.
• Facilitate strategic planning workshops and stakeholder discussions in a virtual environment.
• Mentor and guide junior consultants, fostering their development within the team.
• Prepare and present strategic insights and recommendations to senior client leadership.
• Contribute to the firm's thought leadership and develop proprietary strategic frameworks.

Kenntnisse

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Remote leadership

Market analysis

Financial modeling

Executive engagement

Ausbildung

MBA or related field

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a globally respected management consultancy, is seeking a highly strategic and analytical Senior Consultant to join their fully remote team. This role is ideal for an experienced professional looking to leverage their expertise in strategy development and market analysis from a remote work setting, potentially operating from Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA, or anywhere else. You will be instrumental in guiding clients through complex strategic planning processes, developing market entry strategies, and identifying new growth opportunities. The role requires a deep understanding of market dynamics, competitive landscapes, and strategic frameworks. You will work closely with clients, including executive leadership, to shape their strategic direction and drive sustainable competitive advantage. As part of a remote-first organization, you will collaborate with a global network of consultants, contributing to high-impact projects that define the future of businesses across various industries. We are looking for a proactive, independent thinker with exceptional communication and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive corporate and business unit strategies for clients.
• Lead market research and analysis to identify opportunities, threats, and competitive dynamics.
• Formulate and assess market entry strategies for new products, services, and geographies.
• Conduct feasibility studies, business case development, and scenario planning for strategic initiatives.
• Work closely with clients to translate strategic recommendations into actionable plans.
• Facilitate strategic planning workshops and stakeholder discussions in a virtual environment.
• Mentor and guide junior consultants, fostering their development within the team.
• Prepare and present strategic insights and recommendations to senior client leadership.
• Contribute to the firm's thought leadership and develop proprietary strategic frameworks.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or strategic market analysis.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful business strategies and market entry plans.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with expertise in market research, financial modeling, and competitive analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, tailored for remote executive engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead project teams in a fully remote setting.
• Proficiency in strategic planning frameworks and tools.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Strong business acumen and a passion for driving strategic change.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and advanced training.
• A truly remote work environment offering exceptional work-life balance and flexibility.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of high-impact strategic projects for leading organizations.
• A collaborative and supportive global team culture focused on innovation and excellence.
• Career advancement opportunities within a leading management consultancy.