Junior Consultant - Strategy & Operations

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 180.000 - 300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work arrangement

Training & mentorship

Competitive starting salary

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Consultant to join its Strategy & Operations practice in East London, Eastern Cape. This entry-level role offers exposure to data analysis, market research, and process improvement while supporting strategic recommendations for diverse clients.

Ideal for a recent graduate with strong analytical skills and a proactive mindset. The role emphasizes teamwork, learning consulting methodologies, and contributing to client workshops and presentations within a hybrid

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Commerce, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong academic record with analytical capabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Assist senior consultants with market research and competitive analysis.
• Support data collection and analysis for client projects.
• Map and analyze business processes to identify improvements.
• Contribute to client presentations and reports.
• Participate in client workshops and meetings; take notes and support facilitation.
• Research industry trends and best practices.
• Assist in project administration and documentation tasks.
• Learn consulting methodologies and tools; collaborate with teams.
• Support business development activities as required.

Kenntnisse

Data analysis

Market research

Excel

PowerPoint

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in business/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic management consultancy, is looking for an enthusiastic Junior Consultant to join their Strategy & Operations practice in East London, Eastern Cape. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity for ambitious individuals to kickstart their career in consulting, working alongside experienced professionals on diverse client projects. You will be involved in data analysis, market research, process improvement initiatives, and supporting the development of strategic recommendations. This role is perfect for a recent graduate or early-career professional eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a supportive and challenging environment in the Eastern Cape. The ideal candidate is a quick learner, possesses strong analytical skills, and demonstrates a proactive attitude towards problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior consultants in conducting market research and competitive analysis.
• Support the collection and analysis of data for client projects.
• Help in mapping and analyzing business processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Contribute to the development of client presentations and reports.
• Participate in client workshops and meetings, taking notes and supporting facilitation.
• Conduct research on industry trends and best practices.
• Assist in project administration and documentation tasks.
• Learn and apply consulting methodologies and tools.
• Collaborate effectively with project teams and client personnel.
• Support business development activities as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Commerce, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong academic record and demonstrated analytical capabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and adapt to changing project needs.
• Eagerness to learn and develop consulting skills.
• Proactive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Reside in or be willing to travel within East London, Eastern Cape for client engagements.
• Previous internship experience in a related field is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive starting salary, comprehensive benefits package including medical and retirement contributions.
• We provide extensive training and mentorship programs to support your career growth and development as a consultant.
• This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining office-based collaboration in East London with remote flexibility.