Financial Services Strategy & Growth Consultant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Annual leave

Professional development

Networking events

Career advancement

Client exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Management Consultant to join its Financial Services practice in Rustenburg, North West. The role advises banks, insurers, and asset managers on strategy, operations, risk, and regulatory compliance, delivering high-impact solutions for leading institutions.

You will lead workstreams, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with clients to identify opportunities, design improvements, and implement changes.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to analyze complex business problems and develop data-driven solutions.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive analyses of financial institutions' business operations, strategies, and performance metrics.
• Develop and implement tailored solutions for process improvement, cost reduction, and revenue enhancement.
• Advise clients on regulatory changes, risk mitigation strategies, and compliance frameworks within the financial services sector.
• Lead project workstreams, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of client engagements.
• Facilitate workshops and interviews with client personnel at all levels.
• Prepare and present compelling reports, recommendations, and findings to client leadership.
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposal writing and client relationship management.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in financial services consulting.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to the firm's knowledge base.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Quantitative skills

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Presentation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business

Master's degree or CFA/CA(SA)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Management Consultant to join its Financial Services practice in Rustenburg, North West. The role advises banks, insurers, and asset managers on strategy, operations, risk, and regulatory compliance, delivering high-impact solutions for leading institutions.

You will lead workstreams, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with clients to identify opportunities, design improvements, and implement changes.