Lead Management Consultant - Strategy & Planning

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Private healthcare

Retirement planning

Job summary

Our client, Placements24, a prestigious management consultancy, seeks a Lead Management Consultant (Strategy & Planning) to spearhead initiatives from Pretoria. This senior role guides executives in developing robust corporate strategies, market entry plans and long-term growth objectives.

You will lead engagements, supervise teams, and present insights to boards, leveraging market insights and analytical rigor to influence strategic direction for organizations in the Gauteng region.

Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree in Finance, Economics or Strategy.
• 8+ years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy or investment banking.
• Proven track record leading complex strategy engagements and driving client outcomes.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical prowess and financial modeling skills.
• Deep understanding of various industry sectors and macro-economic trends affecting Pretoria businesses.
• Outstanding leadership, communication and client relationship management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development and execution of strategic plans for diverse clients.
• Conduct market analysis, competitive intelligence and scenario planning.
• Advise C-suite executives on strategic positioning, M&A opportunities and portfolio optimization.
• Develop robust financial models and business cases to support strategic recommendations.
• Manage engagement teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables and client satisfaction in Pretoria.
• Present strategic insights and recommendations to client boards and leadership teams.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Financial modeling

Client relationship management

Education

MBA or advanced degree in Finance/Economics/Strategy

Job description

Our client, a prestigious management consultancy , is seeking an experienced Lead Management Consultant specializing in Strategy & Planning to spearhead initiatives from their Pretoria office. This senior position involves guiding clients in developing and executing robust corporate strategies, market entry plans, and long-term growth objectives. You will be at the forefront of advising executive leadership on critical strategic decisions, leveraging deep market insights and analytical rigor. This is a significant opportunity to influence strategic direction for prominent organizations and lead high-impact projects within the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end development and execution of strategic plans for diverse clients.
• Conduct comprehensive market analysis, competitive intelligence gathering, and scenario planning.
• Advise C-suite executives on strategic positioning, M&A opportunities, and portfolio optimization.
• Develop robust financial models and business cases to support strategic recommendations.
• Manage engagement teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables and client satisfaction in Pretoria .
• Present strategic insights and recommendations to client boards and leadership teams.

Requirements

• MBA or advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., Finance, Economics, Strategy).
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or investment banking.
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex strategy engagements and driving client outcomes.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical prowess, and financial modeling skills.
• Deep understanding of various industry sectors and macro-economic trends affecting Pretoria businesses.
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and client relationship management abilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with substantial bonus potential.
• Comprehensive executive benefits package, including private healthcare and retirement planning.
• Unparalleled opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Engage in high-impact strategic projects shaping the future of organizations in Pretoria and beyond.
• A stimulating, collaborative environment fostering intellectual curiosity and professional excellence.