Lead Management Consultant - Business Strategy

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Leadership training

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks a dynamic Lead Management Consultant with a strong focus on Business Strategy to spearhead strategic planning initiatives for clients in the North West province. In this senior role, you will lead engagements, mentor junior consultants, and collaborate with executive teams to shape transformative strategies.

You will drive market research, competitive analysis, and opportunities for growth, including M&A and market entry, while managing scope, timelines and

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree in a relevant field.
• Over 8 years of experience in strategic consulting, corporate strategy, or business development.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategy formulation, market analysis, and financial modeling.
• Proven ability to lead complex, client-facing projects and manage senior stakeholders.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of digital transformation and emerging business models.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive corporate and business unit strategies.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and industry trend assessments.
• Advise clients on strategic growth opportunities, M&A activities, and market entry strategies.
• Facilitate C-level workshops on strategic planning, innovation, and digital transformation.
• Manage project scope, timelines, and budgets, ensuring client satisfaction and project success.
• Mentor and develop a team of consultants, fostering a high-performance culture.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is recruiting a dynamic Lead Management Consultant with a strong focus on Business Strategy to be based in Rustenburg. In this senior role, you will spearhead strategic planning initiatives for our clients, helping them navigate market dynamics, define competitive advantages, and achieve long-term vision. You will lead engagements, mentor junior consultants, and collaborate with executive teams to shape transformative strategies. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on businesses within the North West province and contribute to the intellectual capital of our esteemed consultancy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive corporate and business unit strategies.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and industry trend assessments.
• Advise clients on strategic growth opportunities, M&A activities, and market entry strategies.
• Facilitate C-level workshops on strategic planning, innovation, and digital transformation.
• Manage project scope, timelines, and budgets, ensuring client satisfaction and project success.
• Mentor and develop a team of consultants, fostering a high-performance culture.

Requirements

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree in a relevant field.
• Over 8 years of experience in strategic consulting, corporate strategy, or business development.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategy formulation, market analysis, and financial modeling.
• Proven ability to lead complex, client-facing projects and manage senior stakeholders.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of digital transformation and emerging business models.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary commensurate with experience and a substantial bonus program.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, retirement, and life insurance.
• Significant investment in professional development, executive coaching, and leadership training.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, impactful strategic projects in Rustenburg and beyond.
• A culture that champions innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.