Remote Director, Strategic Initiatives & Growth

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options or equity participation

Unlimited vacation policy

Annual professional development budget

Home office setup allowance

Comprehensive health, dental, and vis​

Retirement savings plan with company m

Global team collaboration oppo​rtunies

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Director of Strategic Initiatives for a remote-first leadership role. You will identify opportunities, develop strategies, and oversee execution across cross-functional teams worldwide.

The ideal candidate holds an MBA (or related master) with 10+ years in strategic planning, business development, or management consulting, and excels in communication, leadership, and remote team management.

Qualifications

• MBA or related master's degree in a relevant field.
• 10+ years of experience in strategic planning, business development, or management consulting.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing complex business strategies.
• Strong leadership and remote-team management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with financial modeling and business case development.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities and strategic partnerships.
• Develop and articulate comprehensive business strategies and roadmaps.
• Lead and manage cross-functional teams on key strategic projects from conception to completion.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and feasibility studies.
• Develop financial models and business cases to support strategic initiatives.
• Oversee the execution of strategic plans, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Communicate strategic vision and progress to executive leadership and stakeholders.
• Foster innovation and a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation effectively.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners and stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic planning

Business development

Project management

Leadership

Remote team management

Education

MBA

Strategy degree

Finance degree

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Director of Strategic Initiatives for a remote-first leadership role. You will identify opportunities, develop strategies, and oversee execution across cross-functional teams worldwide.

The ideal candidate holds an MBA (or related master) with 10+ years in strategic planning, business development, or management consulting, and excels in communication, leadership, and remote team management.