Financial Services Strategy Consultant: Growth & FinTech Enablement

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement planning

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Financial Services Strategy Consultant for Pretoria to advise banks, insurers, and asset managers on strategic planning, market entry, and digital transformation.

You will lead engagements, analyze market dynamics, support regulatory compliance, and develop business cases while building senior client relationships and driving growth across Gauteng.

Qualifications

• MBA or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial services, consulting, or investment banking.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, digital strategy, and regulatory frameworks within financial services.
• Proven ability to analyze complex financial data and market dynamics.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client relationship management skills.
• Experience in leading consulting engagements and managing project teams.
• Understanding of FinTech, InsurTech, and emerging financial technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic growth plans for banks, insurance companies, and investment firms.
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and regulatory changes within the financial sector.
• Advise on digital transformation initiatives, including fintech integration and customer experience enhancement.
• Conduct due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
• Develop business cases for new product offerings and market expansions.
• Manage client relationships and lead project teams to deliver successful outcomes.
• Facilitate strategic workshops with senior management and boards of financial institutions.
• Contribute to the firm's thought leadership in financial services consulting.

Skills

Strategic planning

Digital strategy

Regulatory frameworks

Financial data analysis

Client engagement

Project leadership

Education

MBA or Master’s in Finance/Economics/Business

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Financial Services Strategy Consultant for Pretoria to advise banks, insurers, and asset managers on strategic planning, market entry, and digital transformation.

You will lead engagements, analyze market dynamics, support regulatory compliance, and develop business cases while building senior client relationships and driving growth across Gauteng.