Remote Senior Management Consultant - Financial Services

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Management Consultant with deep expertise in Financial Services to join a fully remote team advising SA financial institutions on strategy, regulatory compliance, risk management, and digital innovation, across SA including Bloemfontein.

This role emphasizes executive-level client management, leading large transformation programs, and delivering high-impact recommendations while benefiting from flexible remote work and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in the financial services industry, with consulting/strategic advisory focus.
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, market structures, and banking/insurance/asset management.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale transformation programs.
• Strong analytical, communication, and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance to financial services firms on market trends and regulatory changes.
• Lead engagements on digital banking, risk/compliance, operations, and customer experience.
• Develop and implement strategies for complex FS challenges.
• Manage executive-level client relationships to ensure high satisfaction.
• Oversee project teams delivering high-impact recommendations.
• Contribute to firm's thought leadership in financial services.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Client management

Education

Master's degree (Finance/Business)

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks an accomplished Senior Management Consultant with deep expertise in the Financial Services sector to join their entirely remote team. This role is vital for advising financial institutions on strategic challenges, regulatory compliance, risk management, and digital innovation. You will leverage your extensive industry knowledge and consulting acumen to drive transformative initiatives for clients across South Africa, including those based in Bloemfontein . This is a unique opportunity to work remotely while making a significant impact on the financial services landscape, collaborating with leading institutions and shaping their future success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice to financial services firms on market trends, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics.
• Lead engagements focused on areas such as digital banking, risk and compliance, operational efficiency, and customer experience enhancement.
• Develop and implement strategies to address complex financial services challenges.
• Manage client relationships at the executive level, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and engagement.
• Oversee project teams, guiding them in delivering high-quality, impactful recommendations.
• Contribute to the firm's thought leadership in the financial services domain.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience within the financial services industry, with a significant portion in consulting or strategic advisory roles.
• In-depth understanding of financial regulations, market structures, and operational processes within banking, insurance, or asset management.
• Proven ability to lead complex, large-scale transformation projects.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and client management skills.

Benefits

• A top-tier remuneration package, including a substantial base salary and performance bonuses.
• Fully remote working flexibility, enabling a balanced professional and personal life.
• Access to advanced training and development programs.
• Opportunity to work with prestigious clients and influence the future of financial services.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and other employee benefits.