Lead Strategy Consultant - Financial Services

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement annuity

Professional development

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Strategy Consultant to join its Sandton team. You will guide strategic engagements for major financial services clients, shaping market entry strategies, competitive positioning, and operational excellence.

In this office-based role, you will lead client projects, develop innovative strategies, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with partners to drive sustainable growth in Africa's financial hub.

Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree in Finance, Economics, or a related business discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in strategy consulting, focused on financial services.
• Proven track record leading complex strategy projects with measurable impact.
• Deep understanding of banking, insurance, asset management, and fintech.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of strategic initiatives for financial services clients.
• Conduct market analysis, competitive intelligence, and feasibility studies.
• Advise C-suite executives on strategy, M&A, and divestitures.
• Develop business cases and financial models to support recommendations.
• Manage project teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables and client satisfaction.
• Facilitate strategic workshops and client presentations.
• Identify opportunities for new service offerings and business development.
• Mentor and coach junior consulting staff.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial services

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

MBA or advanced degree in Finance/Economics/Business

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious management consultancy firm, is seeking a highly experienced Lead Strategy Consultant to join their dynamic team in Sandton, Gauteng, ZA . This critical role focuses on advising leading financial services institutions on strategic planning, market entry, competitive positioning, and operational excellence. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading client engagements, developing innovative strategies, and driving sustainable growth for their partners. This is an office-based position, offering direct engagement with clients and colleagues in one of Africa's premier financial hubs. You will leverage your deep industry knowledge and consulting expertise to tackle complex business challenges and shape the future of finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of strategic initiatives for financial services clients.
• Conduct market analysis, competitive intelligence gathering, and feasibility studies.
• Advise C-suite executives on strategic decision-making, mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Develop business cases and financial models to support strategic recommendations.
• Manage project teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables and client satisfaction.
• Facilitate strategic workshops and client presentations.
• Identify opportunities for new service offerings and business development within the financial services sector.
• Mentor and coach junior consulting staff.

Requirements

• MBA or advanced degree in Finance, Economics, or a related business discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in strategy consulting, with a significant focus on the financial services industry.
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex strategy projects and delivering measurable business impact.
• Deep understanding of banking, insurance, asset management, and fintech sectors.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a demanding, results-oriented, and collaborative environment.
• Experience in the Sandton business district is a plus.

Benefits

• This role comes with a highly competitive salary and a lucrative performance-based bonus structure.
• Our client provides comprehensive medical aid, a substantial retirement annuity, and significant investment in professional development, including executive education and industry certifications.
• Employees benefit from extensive networking opportunities within the financial sector and regular team-building events.
• The company culture fosters excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning, making it an ideal environment for ambitious professionals seeking to make a significant impact in the heart of Sandton.