Remote Senior Strategy Consultant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Online learning resources

Virtual training & certifications

Flexible remote-first role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Strategy Consultant for a fully remote role with a leading international management consultancy. You will advise C-suite executives, shape digital transformation initiatives, and deliver data-driven strategies for diverse sectors from a home office.

Success requires 7+ years in strategic consulting, strong analytical skills, and excellent virtual communication. You will collaborate with global teams, manage engagements remotely, and contribute to business

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business, Economics, Strategy, or related field. MBA preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in strategic consulting, corporate strategy, or similar advisory role.
• Proven success in leading complex, strategic projects from conception to completion.
• Exceptional quantitative and qualitative analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex information.
• Proven experience in developing and articulating complex business strategies.
• Excellent virtual communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Experience advising clients on digital transformation initiatives is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage strategic consulting engagements for clients globally, operating remotely.
• Conduct business analysis, market intelligence gathering, and financial forecasting to inform strategic decisions.
• Develop data-driven strategies focusing on market entry, growth, operational efficiency, and digital transformation.
• Facilitate virtual workshops, client meetings, and stakeholder interviews using collaboration tools.
• Deliver high-impact presentations and reports to senior leadership and executive teams.
• Mentor and coach junior team members in a remote setting, fostering a collaborative virtual team culture.
• Manage project scope, timelines, and budgets in a distributed work environment.
• Identify opportunities for business development and contribute to proposal writing.

Skills

Strategic consulting

Client engagement

Remote work

Digital transformation

Data analysis

Education

MBA preferred

Master's degree

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Miro

Asana

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading international management consultancy, is actively seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Strategy Consultant to join their fully remote team. This role is crucial for developing and executing transformative strategies for businesses across diverse sectors, with a strong focus on digital transformation and operational excellence. You will be instrumental in advising C-suite executives, identifying key challenges and opportunities, and designing innovative solutions that drive significant business growth and efficiency. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with a global client base from the comfort of your own home office, contributing to high-impact projects without the need for physical office presence. The ideal candidate thrives in a remote-first environment, possesses exceptional analytical acumen, and is adept at virtual collaboration and client engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage strategic consulting engagements for clients globally, operating entirely remotely.
• Conduct comprehensive business analysis, market intelligence gathering, and financial forecasting to inform strategic decisions.
• Develop innovative and data-driven strategies for client organizations, focusing on areas such as market entry, growth, operational efficiency, and digital transformation.
• Facilitate virtual workshops, client meetings, and stakeholder interviews using advanced collaboration tools.
• Deliver high-impact presentations and reports to senior leadership and executive teams, clearly articulating findings and recommendations.
• Mentor and coach junior team members in a remote setting, fostering a collaborative and high-performing virtual team culture.
• Manage project scope, timelines, and budgets effectively in a distributed work environment.
• Proactively identify opportunities for business development and contribute to proposal writing.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business, Economics, Strategy, or a related field. MBA preferred.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in strategic consulting, corporate strategy, or a similar advisory role.
• Demonstrated success in leading complex, strategic projects from conception to completion.
• Exceptional quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, with a strong ability to synthesize complex information.
• Proven experience in developing and articulating complex business strategies.
• Excellent virtual communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency with remote collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Miro, Asana).
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and able to work effectively autonomously in a remote setting.
• Experience advising clients on digital transformation initiatives is a strong plus.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses. Our client provides a comprehensive benefits package, including excellent medical coverage, retirement savings plans, and generous paid time off. Continuous professional development is strongly encouraged, with access to extensive online learning resources and opportunities for virtual training and certifications. The role offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to manage your work and personal life effectively while contributing to impactful global projects. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned consultant seeking to leverage their expertise in a flexible, remote-first capacity, based in or near Tembisa, Gauteng , with the freedom to work from anywhere.