Growth Strategy Consultant – Corporate & Market Strategy

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive annual salary + performance

Health & retirement benefits

Training & development

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, invites a Management Consultant to join our strategy practice. You will partner with senior executives to identify growth opportunities, refine business models, and develop strategic plans that deliver long-term value for clients.

The role emphasizes market analysis, financial modeling, and applying strategic frameworks, with a strong focus on building client relationships and guiding implementation.

Qualifications

• MBA or Master's degree in Business Administration, Strategy, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or business development.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing successful business strategies.
• Strong understanding of strategic frameworks, market analysis techniques, and financial modeling.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships and influence decision-makers.
• Experience working within the Western Cape region is beneficial.
• Ability to work effectively within a client-facing, office-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research, industry analysis, and competitive landscape assessments.
• Develop strategic recommendations for market entry, product development, and business expansion.
• Assist clients in formulating corporate strategy, business unit strategy, and growth strategies.
• Develop financial models and business cases to support strategic initiatives.
• Facilitate strategic planning workshops with executive leadership teams.
• Analyze organizational capabilities and recommend structures that support strategic goals.
• Monitor market trends and advise clients on adapting their strategies accordingly.
• Collaborate with implementation teams to ensure strategic plans are effectively executed.
• Contribute to business development by identifying and pursuing new client engagements.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication

Client relationship management

Financial modeling

Education

MBA or Master's in Business Administration/Strategy/Finance or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, invites a Management Consultant to join our strategy practice. You will partner with senior executives to identify growth opportunities, refine business models, and develop strategic plans that deliver long-term value for clients.

The role emphasizes market analysis, financial modeling, and applying strategic frameworks, with a strong focus on building client relationships and guiding implementation.