Financial Services Transformation Consultant | Hybrid & Growth

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentive program

Comprehensive medical aid and pension

Professional development and training

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 invites a skilled Management Consultant to lead transformation initiatives for financial services clients in Stellenbosch. The role blends strategic remote work with in-office collaboration, guiding banks, insurers, and investment firms through digital modernization and efficiency improvements.

You will drive regulatory compliance programs, optimize processes, and enhance customer experience while coordinating across client and internal teams in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field.
• MBA or Master’s degree desirable for advanced progression.
• Minimum 5 years in management consulting or FS transformation.
• Strong grasp of banking, insurance, or investment management operations.

Responsibilities

• Advise FS clients on digital transformation, core banking modernization, and fintech integration.
• Analyze business processes and operating models to identify improvements and cost reductions.
• Develop and implement solutions addressing regulatory compliance challenges (Basel III, POPIA, FAIS).
• Lead projects enhancing customer experience, including digital channels and journey mapping.
• Assess and improve risk management frameworks and controls within financial institutions.
• Conduct market analysis and competitive benchmarking in FS sector.
• Develop business cases and financial models to support transformation initiatives.
• Manage client relationships and ensure successful delivery of engagements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
• Stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and regulatory changes in FS.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Financial modeling

Problem solving

Client relationship management

Presentation & communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Admin, or related

MBA or Master's degree desirable

Job description

Placements24 invites a skilled Management Consultant to lead transformation initiatives for financial services clients in Stellenbosch. The role blends strategic remote work with in-office collaboration, guiding banks, insurers, and investment firms through digital modernization and efficiency improvements.

You will drive regulatory compliance programs, optimize processes, and enhance customer experience while coordinating across client and internal teams in a hybrid work environment.