Management Consultant - Business Development & Growth Strategy

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Híbrido; ZAR 827 000 - 1 240 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Remote work

Diverse projects

Long-term engagement

Professional development

Industry network

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Business Development & Growth Strategy Consultant to work remotely with a diverse client portfolio across industries in South Africa. The role focuses on identifying market opportunities, driving revenue growth, and developing sustainable business models.

You will develop growth strategies, conduct market research, build business cases, and advise on partnerships and market entries while collaborating with senior stakeholders remotely.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in business development, corporate strategy, or management consulting.
• Proven track record in growth strategy development and execution.
• Strong market analysis, financial modeling, and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage client relationships remotely.
• Based in South Africa and able to work remotely.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute growth strategies for diverse client portfolios.
• Conduct market research and competitive analyses to identify opportunities.
• Advise on partnerships, alliances and market entries.
• Build business cases and financial models for new ventures.
• Support client sales optimization and customer acquisition efforts.
• Present strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders.

Conhecimentos

Strategic thinking

Market research

Financial modeling

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Formação académica

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance

Ferramentas

Excel

PowerPoint

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic management consultancy, is seeking an experienced Business Development & Growth Strategy Consultant to join their team. This role is ideally suited for a strategic thinker with a proven ability to identify and capitalize on new market opportunities, drive revenue growth, and develop sustainable business models. As a fully remote contractor, you will work with a diverse portfolio of clients across various industries in South Africa , providing expert advice on market entry strategies, partnership development, product innovation, and competitive positioning. We are looking for proactive individuals who can leverage their commercial acumen and strategic insights to deliver tangible business results. This is an excellent opportunity for an independent consultant to contribute to significant client growth and expand their professional network from a remote location.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute growth strategies for clients, focusing on market expansion and revenue enhancement.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify new business opportunities.
• Advise on partnership and alliance strategies to foster collaboration and market reach.
• Develop business cases and financial models for new ventures and product launches.
• Support clients in optimizing sales processes and customer acquisition strategies.
• Provide strategic guidance on mergers and acquisitions, and due diligence.
• Analyze market trends and identify potential disruptive threats or opportunities.
• Prepare and present strategic recommendations to senior management and boards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in business development, corporate strategy, or management consulting with a focus on growth.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing successful growth strategies.
• Strong understanding of market analysis, financial modeling, and strategic planning.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage client relationships effectively.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong commercial acumen.
• Proficiency in relevant business strategy software and tools.
• Must be based in South Africa and able to work remotely.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging client projects.
• Flexibility of a remote work arrangement.
• Potential for long-term engagement based on performance.
• Access to a network of industry professionals and resources.
• Professional development support and opportunities for skill enhancement.
• Contribution to impactful business growth initiatives.
• Build a strong portfolio of successful client engagements.