Remote Strategy Consultant

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development budget

Advancement opportunities

Bonuses based on impact

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Remote Strategy Consultant to deliver high-impact strategic planning services to clients nationwide. You will work independently and with virtual teams to identify growth opportunities, formulate sustainable strategies, and advise organizations on navigating market dynamics.

The ideal candidate has an MBA or Master's and 5+ years in strategic consulting, with strong analytical and stakeholder management skills to drive outcomes in a remote-first setup.

Qualifications

• MBA or Master's degree in Strategy, Finance or Economics.
• 5+ years of experience in strategic consulting or related advisory role.
• Proven success in developing and implementing comprehensive business strategies.
• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent virtual communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of strategic planning initiatives for clients, aligning business goals with market opportunities.
• Conduct market analysis, competitive landscape assessments, and scenario planning.
• Develop business cases, financial models, and strategic roadmaps to guide client decisions.
• Facilitate virtual strategy sessions and workshops with senior client stakeholders.
• Monitor implementation progress and provide strategic guidance to ensure outcomes.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Client relationship management

Analytical abilities

Problem solving

Virtual communication

Education

MBA or Master's in Strategy/Finance/Economics

Job description

Our client, a progressive leader in Management Consultancy , is seeking an experienced Remote Strategy Consultant to deliver high-impact strategic planning services to clients from anywhere. This role is key to advising organizations on navigating complex market dynamics, identifying growth opportunities, and formulating sustainable strategies. You will work independently and collaboratively with virtual teams to provide expert insights and actionable recommendations. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a proven track record in developing and implementing successful business strategies, capable of managing client relationships and project outcomes effectively in a remote-first setting, driving significant business impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of strategic planning initiatives for clients, aligning business goals with market opportunities.
• Conduct comprehensive market analysis, competitive landscape assessments, and scenario planning.
• Develop compelling business cases, financial models, and strategic roadmaps to guide client decision-making.
• Facilitate virtual strategy sessions and workshops with senior client stakeholders.
• Monitor implementation progress and provide ongoing strategic guidance to ensure successful outcomes.

Requirements

• MBA or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Strategy, Finance, Economics).
• 5+ years of experience in strategic consulting, corporate strategy, or a related advisory role.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing comprehensive business strategies.
• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent virtual communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and bonus structure reflecting expertise and impact.
• Full remote work flexibility with a supportive virtual work environment.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous professional development budget and opportunities for advancement.
• Chance to influence strategic direction for leading businesses nationwide.