Remote Strategy Consultant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary + bonus

Medical, dental, retirement benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Laptop and home office support

Global network of consultants

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Strategy Consultant to join our fully remote team in South Africa. You will develop high-level strategies, drive organizational change, and deliver value to clients across diverse sectors.

The ideal candidate holds an MBA, has 6+ years of strategic consulting experience, and demonstrates exceptional virtual communication, leadership, and analytical skills to guide senior executives.

Qualifications

• MBA or related field from a reputable institution.
• At least 6 years in strategic consulting or corporate strategy.
• Proven success leading complex strategy projects and delivering outcomes.
• Excellent ability to influence and engage senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of comprehensive business strategies for diverse clients.
• Conduct market, competitive, and organizational analysis to identify opportunities and risks.
• Advise senior leadership on strategic direction, growth initiatives, and market positioning.
• Facilitate strategy planning sessions and workshops using virtual collaboration.
• Develop business cases and financial models to support recommendations.
• Manage project teams and client engagements from initiation to completion.
• Foster client relationships and act as a trusted advisor on strategic matters.
• Contribute to intellectual capital with new frameworks and thought leadership.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in strategy.
• Mentor junior team members in a remote setting.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Virtual communication

Facilitation

Presentation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

MBA

Tools

Virtual collaboration tools

Financial modeling software

Scenario planning tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized management consultancy, is actively recruiting for a talented Strategy Consultant to join their fully remote team. This role is ideal for an experienced professional seeking to leverage their strategic expertise without geographical constraints. You will be responsible for developing high-level strategies, driving organizational change, and delivering exceptional value to clients across various sectors. This position offers the unique benefit of working remotely from anywhere in South Africa, enabling a perfect work-life balance. You'll collaborate with leading industry experts and contribute to significant business transformations, making a real impact on client success. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, a skilled communicator, and adept at navigating complex business environments remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive business strategies for diverse clients.
• Conduct in-depth market, competitive, and organizational analysis to identify strategic opportunities and risks.
• Advise senior leadership on strategic direction, growth initiatives, and market positioning.
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions and workshops using advanced virtual collaboration techniques.
• Develop compelling business cases and financial models to support strategic recommendations.
• Manage project teams and client engagements from initiation to completion, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Foster strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on strategic matters.
• Contribute to the firm's intellectual capital by developing new frameworks and thought leadership.
• Stay abreast of global industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices in strategy formulation.
• Mentor and coach junior team members, fostering their professional development in a virtual setting.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a related field from a reputable institution.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in strategic consulting, corporate strategy, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in leading complex strategy projects and delivering measurable business outcomes.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven ability to influence and engage senior executives and stakeholders.
• Excellent virtual communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Experience with advanced data analysis, financial modeling, and scenario planning.
• Proficiency in virtual collaboration tools and remote project management methodologies.
• A self-starter mentality with the ability to thrive in an autonomous, remote work environment.
• Deep understanding of various industries and business models.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa.
• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Access to a global network of consultants and diverse client projects.
• Company-provided laptop and home office support.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and work-life balance.
• Exposure to cutting-edge strategic thinking and best practices.
• Regular virtual team-building and networking events.