Remote Senior Strategy Consultant

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and dental insurance

Retirement savings plan

Online training & conferences

Global network of consultants

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Strategy Consultant to join a fully remote team delivering strategic guidance to clients worldwide. You will identify market opportunities, develop growth strategies, and guide complex transformations from a home office.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in strategy consulting, strong analytical skills, and excellent virtual communication. A bachelor’s in a relevant field is required; an MBA or equivalent is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing business strategies for diverse clients.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a strong strategic mindset.
• Excellent virtual communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in using digital collaboration tools (Zoom, Teams, Miro, Asana).
• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; MBA or equivalent is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and industry trend assessments to identify strategic opportunities.
• Develop comprehensive business strategies, including market entry plans, growth strategies, and operational improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with clients virtually to understand their challenges and co-create tailored solutions.
• Lead virtual project teams, manage remote resources, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality strategic advice.
• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and reports to executive-level clients via virtual channels.
• Drive client adoption of recommended strategies through effective change management and virtual coaching.
• Foster innovation and share best practices within the remote consulting community.
• A stable and reliable internet connection is essential for this fully remote position, supporting continuous connectivity with our George, Western Cape based remote operations.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Virtual communication

Remote collaboration tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance

MBA or equivalent (preferred)

Tools

Zoom

Teams

Miro

Asana

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier global management consultancy, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Strategy Consultant to join our fully remote team. This role is ideal for a forward-thinking professional who thrives in an independent work environment and is passionate about delivering impactful strategic solutions to clients worldwide. You will be at the forefront of identifying market opportunities, developing innovative business strategies, and guiding organizations through complex transformations, all from the comfort of your home office. As a remote-first organization, we leverage cutting-edge digital collaboration tools to ensure seamless teamwork and client engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and industry trend assessments to identify strategic opportunities.
• Develop comprehensive business strategies, including market entry plans, growth strategies, and operational improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with clients virtually to understand their challenges and co-create tailored solutions.
• Lead virtual project teams, manage remote resources, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality strategic advice.
• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and reports to executive-level clients via virtual channels.
• Drive client adoption of recommended strategies through effective change management and virtual coaching.
• Foster innovation and share best practices within the remote consulting community.
• A stable and reliable internet connection is essential for this fully remote position, supporting continuous connectivity with our George, Western Cape based remote operations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing business strategies for diverse clients.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a strong strategic mindset.
• Excellent virtual communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in using digital collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams, Miro, Asana).
• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Economics, Finance); MBA or equivalent is highly preferred.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers unparalleled flexibility and autonomy. Our client provides a competitive salary package commensurate with experience, along with performance-based incentives. Comprehensive medical and dental insurance coverage is provided, alongside a generous retirement savings plan. We invest heavily in our remote workforce through continuous learning opportunities, access to online training platforms, and virtual conferences. You will be part of a global network of consultants, working on challenging and high-profile projects without the need for relocation or extensive travel. This is a unique opportunity to advance your consulting career in a truly flexible and modern work environment.