Remote Senior Strategy Consultant

Placements24; Rustenburg; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work infrastructure allowance

Healthcare insurance (medical, dental,

Paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Flexible remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Strategy Consultant to join a fully remote team, collaborating with global clients to shape strategy and drive sustainable growth. The role requires managing complex projects and client relationships entirely virtually from your home office.

The ideal candidate holds an MBA (or related master's) and 6+ years in management consulting, with strong analytical, financial modeling, and executive presentation capabilities.

Qualifications

• MBA or related master's degree
• 6+ years in management consulting or strategic advisory
• Proven remote project management experience
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficient with strategic frameworks and financial modeling
• Strong virtual communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work autonomously in a fully remote environment

Responsibilities

• Conduct market analysis, competitive intelligence, and client capability assessments
• Develop data-driven strategic recommendations, business plans, and growth roadmaps
• Lead virtual project teams and ensure timely delivery of milestones
• Facilitate remote workshops with senior client stakeholders
• Translate strategic concepts into actionable implementation plans
• Prepare and present strategic reports using virtual collaboration tools
• Stay updated on industry trends and disruptive models
• Mentor junior team members in a remote setting
• Proactively manage client relationships and communications remotely

Skills

MBA

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Remote collaboration

Project management

Communication skills

Education

MBA

6+ years in management consulting

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized management consultancy, is actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Strategy Consultant to join their fully remote team. This pivotal role is designed for an individual passionate about shaping the future of businesses through innovative strategic thinking and expert advisory. You will collaborate with clients across diverse sectors, tackling their most pressing strategic challenges, optimizing their market positions, and driving sustainable growth. As a remote-first professional, you will leverage cutting-edge digital tools and communication platforms to deliver exceptional value. This is an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to significant strategic initiatives from the comfort of your home office, working with a leading firm that embraces modern work methodologies. The role requires a self-disciplined, proactive individual with a proven ability to manage complex projects and client relationships entirely virtually.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive market analysis, competitive intelligence, and internal capability assessments for clients.
• Develop data-driven strategic recommendations, business plans, and growth roadmaps.
• Lead virtual project teams, ensuring effective collaboration, communication, and timely delivery of project milestones.
• Facilitate remote workshops and strategy sessions with senior client stakeholders.
• Translate complex strategic concepts into actionable implementation plans.
• Prepare and present impactful strategic reports and presentations using virtual collaboration tools.
• Stay abreast of emerging industry trends, technological advancements, and disruptive business models.
• Mentor and guide junior team members in a remote setting, fostering their development.
• Proactively manage client relationships and communication channels to ensure satisfaction and project success.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Strategy, Finance, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or a similar strategic advisory role.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing complex business strategies, ideally with experience managing projects remotely.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in strategic frameworks, market analysis techniques, and financial modeling.
• Excellent virtual communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Proven ability to work autonomously, manage time effectively, and maintain high productivity in a fully remote environment.
• Strong understanding of digital collaboration tools and platforms.
• Must be legally authorized to work remotely from **Rustenburg, North West, ZA** or any other permitted location within South Africa.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Remote work infrastructure allowance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday allowance.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, certifications, and advanced training.
• Exposure to high-impact strategic projects with leading global and local companies.
• A flexible and empowering remote work culture.