Management Consultant - Strategy & Growth

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

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Management Consultant focused on Strategy & Growth. You will partner with senior leaders across industries to identify opportunities, shape growth strategies, and guide remote implementations to boost competitive positioning.

The ideal candidate has an MBA or equivalent, 6+ years in management consulting or corporate strategy, strong analytical skills, and excellent remote communication.

Qualifications

• MBA or master’s degree in business, strategy, or finance.
• Minimum 6 years in management consulting, corporate strategy, or investment banking.
• Experience building and implementing growth strategies.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including market sizing.
• Excellent remote communication, presentation, and facilitation.
• Ability to translate complex issues into actionable plans.
• Proven virtual project and client relationship management.
• Self-motivated and independent.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market analysis and strategic reviews to identify growth levers.
• Develop and refine corporate and business unit strategies.
• Formulate go-to-market strategies and expansion plans.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships assessments.
• Analyze performance and identify strategic improvements.
• Facilitate strategy workshops with senior stakeholders.
• Develop financial models for investment appraisal.
• Guide execution of strategic initiatives.
• Monitor macro-economic trends impacting strategy.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Market sizing

Communication skills

Remote collaboration

Project management

Stakeholder facilitation

Education

MBA or Master’s degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Financial modeling software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading management consultancy, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Management Consultant to focus on Strategy & Growth initiatives. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker who excels at identifying market opportunities, developing robust growth strategies, and guiding clients through successful implementation. You will work with senior leadership teams across various industries to enhance their competitive positioning and drive sustainable revenue growth. As this is a remote position, you will collaborate with clients and colleagues across different geographies, bringing strategic insights to businesses nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market analysis, competitive intelligence, and strategic reviews to identify growth levers.
• Develop and refine corporate and business unit strategies.
• Formulate go-to-market strategies and expansion plans.
• Support clients in mergers, acquisitions, and partnership assessments.
• Analyze business performance and identify areas for strategic improvement.
• Facilitate strategy workshops and brainstorming sessions with senior stakeholders.
• Develop financial models to support strategic decision-making and investment appraisal.
• Guide clients through the execution of strategic initiatives.
• Stay informed about macro-economic trends and their impact on business strategy.

Requirements

• MBA or Master's degree in Business Administration, Strategy, Finance, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or investment banking.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing successful growth strategies.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in market sizing and financial modeling.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills, particularly in remote settings.
• Ability to think strategically and translate complex business issues into actionable plans.
• Proven experience in managing projects and client relationships effectively in a virtual environment.
• High level of self-motivation and ability to work independently.
• Familiarity with various industry sectors and business models.
• Residency in or ability to work effectively from anywhere in South Africa.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus potential based on performance.
• Full remote work arrangement.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development and training.
• Exposure to high-impact strategic projects across diverse industries.
• Collaborative and supportive remote work culture.
• Generous paid time off.
• Annual performance reviews with clear career progression paths.
• Access to a network of senior leaders and industry experts.