Consultant – Planning Stream – Uk / Emea / Remote

Boltconsulting; Gauteng; Remote; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic consulting firm is seeking a Consultant in the Planning Stream to manage client projects from start to finish. The role requires strong financial modelling skills and the ability to engage with stakeholders effectively. This position offers a competitive salary and a bonus structure, along with remote working flexibility and a commitment to training and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 10% performance bonus

23 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays

Training opportunities and dedicated time off for learning

Qualifications

• Strong business partnering with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to present to groups and lead discussions.
• Excellent relationship building and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage client expectations through projects.
• Conduct user requirements gathering.
• Develop and test solutions with the client project team.

Skills

Financial modelling using Excel or other EPM / ERP software

Experience with Anaplan / Tagetik / Planful / Adaptive Insights

Exposure to Tableau / Qlik / Informatica / Alteryx

Strong business partnering skills

Excellent communication and presentational skills

Job description

Consultant – Planning Stream – UK / EMEA / Remote

Whether you already are an experienced consultant in one of our technology streams or a seasoned professional from industry then we want to hear from you!

We're hiring for our Consulting teams to come in and have the opportunity to add tangible value to the work we do and the success of our clients.

We need people who put customers first, every single day whether it's day one of the project or after implementation.

We are a young and growing company with huge plans for growth which means you'll be given plenty of growth opportunities within Bolt Consulting, as well as training provision if you want to take courses outside your immediate role.

Role Location: UK / EMEA / Remote

Key responsibilities

Below are some of the key responsibilities of the role.

You will be responsible for taking a client through a full project lifecycle by understanding their needs, and developing a solution in conjunction with their subject matter experts.

A key part of the role will be conducting user requirements gathering through use of whiteboarding sessions either in person or via remote video conferencing solutions.

From there, you will be developing and testing the solution in conjunction with the client project team using technology in your stream or using specific solutions designated by management to assist your delivery.

You’ll be supported by our management team to deliver high-quality solutions for our customers within expected timeframes and budgetsp>

You will be responsible for managing client expectations through projects, making sure we keep an eye on progress, managing risk and keeping key members of the team updated with timelines and outcomes.

As a naturally curious and learning-focused individual you'll keep yourself abreast of the latest developments in your technology stream.

On days where client engagements are at a minimum you’ll be involved in other areas of the business such as sales, marketing activity, and internal knowledge base development.

You’ll be responsible for creating a client experience that fosters a long term relationship with our business which will include check in post go-live and time dedicated to problem solving.

As a consulting position, under normal business conditions, some travel may be expected and required, but we do everything possible to limit and encourage remote working wherever possible.

Candidate skillsets & record

A background in financial modelling using Excel or other EPM / ERP software.

Experience working with one of the following planning streams – Anaplan / Tagetik / Planful / Adaptive Insights (desirable but not essential).

Exposure or experience with one of the following data / reporting streams – Tableau / Qlik / Informatica / Alteryx.

A history of strong business partnering and liaising with senior level stakeholders.

Ability to present to small and large group sizes and take lead of the room.

Able to stay calm under pressure.

Able to demonstrate patience and diplomacy when faced with difficult people.

Excellent presentational, relationship building, and communication skills – both internally and externally.

Excellent communicator with a flair for consulting.

A strong sense of professional maturity, responsibility, and motivation.

What you’ll get from us

Competitive Salary based on experience.

Up to 10% bonus based on company and individual performance.

Access to training in your technology stream, along with dedicated time off to facilitate your learning.

A working culture that enables you to do your best work with as much support as you need.

23 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.

An ethos to try and balance work and life through utilisation of remote working where possible.