Management Consultant - Business Development

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Commission structure

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a proactive Management Consultant with a strong focus on Business Development to identify and secure new client opportunities, expand the firm’s market presence, and drive revenue growth.

You will translate client needs into tailored consulting solutions, build relationships in the Eastern Cape business community, and collaborate with internal leads to shape service offerings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in business development, sales or consulting.
• Strong ability to identify client needs and develop sales strategies.
• Excellent networking, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of the Port Elizabeth business landscape is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within target markets and industries.
• Develop compelling proposals and presentations to secure new client engagements.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with potential and existing clients in the Eastern Cape region.
• Collaborate with internal practice leads to design innovative service offerings that meet market demands.
• Understand client challenges and articulate how the firm's services can provide effective solutions.
• Contribute to the firm's overall business development strategy and market positioning.

Skills

Networking

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Marketing

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic management consultancy , is seeking a proactive Management Consultant with a strong focus on Business Development to join their growing team in Port Elizabeth . This role is integral to identifying and securing new client opportunities, expanding the firm's market presence, and contributing to revenue growth. You will leverage your expertise to understand client needs, propose tailored consulting solutions, and build strong relationships within the Eastern Cape business community. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to drive commercial success for a respected consultancy in Port Elizabeth .

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within target markets and industries.
• Develop compelling proposals and presentations to secure new client engagements.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with potential and existing clients in the Eastern Cape region.
• Collaborate with internal practice leads to design innovative service offerings that meet market demands.
• Understand client challenges and articulate how the firm's services can provide effective solutions.
• Contribute to the firm's overall business development strategy and market positioning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in business development, sales, or consulting, preferably within a professional services environment.
• Proven ability to identify client needs and develop successful sales strategies.
• Excellent networking, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of consulting services and the ability to articulate their value proposition.
• Knowledge of the business landscape in Port Elizabeth and the surrounding areas is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with attractive commission and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking within the business community.
• A key role in shaping the growth trajectory of the consultancy in Port Elizabeth .
• A dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment focused on achieving commercial success.