Consulting Manager - Financial Services

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 1,400,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plan

Annual leave

International travel

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24, Pretoria-based consulting firm, seeks a seasoned Consulting Manager in Financial Services to lead client engagements and guide multi-disciplinary teams toward practical, risk-aware solutions.

You will mentor junior consultants, develop strategic recommendations for banks, insurers and capital markets, manage budgets and risk, and contribute to intellectual capital, all within a flexible hybrid work model that supports high performance and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Business Admin or related field.
• Minimum 6 years in management consulting or financial services.
• At least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven banking, insurance or capital markets expertise.
• Strong project management and stakeholder communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage client projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop strategic recommendations and implementation plans.
• Manage client relationships and identify follow-on work.
• Mentor and develop junior consultants.
• Contribute to intellectual capital through research and methodology development.
• Oversee budgets, resources, and risk management for engagements.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Master's in Finance

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Consulting Manager with expertise in the Financial Services sector to join their growing practice in Pretoria . This role involves leading client engagements, managing project teams, and developing strategic solutions for financial institutions navigating complex market dynamics. You will leverage your deep industry knowledge and consulting skills to drive client success, working in a flexible hybrid model that blends office and remote work. This is a key leadership position offering significant opportunities for professional growth and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage client projects within the financial services industry from initiation to closure.
• Develop strategic recommendations and implementation plans for clients in areas such as risk management, regulatory compliance, and digital banking.
• Manage client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and identifying opportunities for follow-on work.
• Mentor and develop junior consultants, fostering their growth and contribution to the team.
• Contribute to the firm's intellectual capital through research, thought leadership, and methodology development.
• Oversee project budgets, resource allocation, and risk management for client engagements.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in management consulting or within the financial services industry, with at least 2 years in a management/leadership role.
• Proven expertise in areas such as banking, insurance, or capital markets.
• Strong project management skills and experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary teams.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid environment, balancing client needs with personal flexibility.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure reflecting experience and performance.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and retirement savings plan.
• Generous annual leave policy and paid professional development days.
• Opportunities for international travel and exposure to global best practices.
• A collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment in Pretoria.