Remote Senior Strategy Consultant, Financial Services

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performance‑or

Medical aid

Provident fund

Life insurance

Learning and development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Management Consultant specialized in Financial Services Strategy. This fully remote role supports clients across South Africa, including Gauteng, with emphasis on banking, insurance, and asset management.

You will lead engagements, shape strategic direction, and drive implementation while collaborating virtually with diverse teams. The ideal candidate has a Master's degree in a related field, 7+ years of FS consulting experience, and strong

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of consulting experience in financial services.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-impact solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic plans for financial services clients.
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and regulatory environments.
• Advise on digital transformation initiatives, fintech integration, and customer experience enhancement.
• Lead project teams in strategy formulation and implementation phases.
• Conduct financial modeling and business case development.
• Facilitate executive workshops and present strategic recommendations.
• Manage client relationships and ensure project success from initiation to completion.
• Contribute to the firm’s knowledge base in financial services and strategy consulting.
• Mentor and develop junior consultants in a remote setting.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Financial modeling

Stakeholder mgmt

Remote collaboration

Project leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Management Consultant specialized in Financial Services Strategy. This fully remote role supports clients across South Africa, including Gauteng, with emphasis on banking, insurance, and asset management.

You will lead engagements, shape strategic direction, and drive implementation while collaborating virtually with diverse teams. The ideal candidate has a Master's degree in a related field, 7+ years of FS consulting experience, and strong