Remote Principal Strategy Consultant - Transformation Leader

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 2,100,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Fully remote

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a distinguished Principal Management Consultant to join our fully remote team serving clients across South Africa. You will shape and lead major strategic initiatives, advise C-suite executives on transformation, market entry, and operational excellence, and work autonomously from any location.

This senior role emphasizes strong leadership, financial modeling, and stakeholder management, with an executive bonus structure and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent degree required.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in management consulting, with strategy/operations focus.
• Proven ability to lead complex transformation programs and advise C-suite executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale client engagements focused on strategic planning and transformation.
• Develop innovative solutions using advanced analytical frameworks and best practices.
• Cultivate relationships with key client stakeholders, including C-level executives.
• Identify new business opportunities and contribute to firm growth.
• Mentor consulting teams and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Oversee project financial performance and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Financial modeling

Education

MBA or equivalent

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a distinguished Principal Management Consultant to join our fully remote team serving clients across South Africa. You will shape and lead major strategic initiatives, advise C-suite executives on transformation, market entry, and operational excellence, and work autonomously from any location.

This senior role emphasizes strong leadership, financial modeling, and stakeholder management, with an executive bonus structure and comprehensive benefits.