Remote Strategy Consultant - SMEs

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote position

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Impact on SME growth

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Strategy Consultant to empower SMEs across South Africa. Working entirely remotely from near Paarl, Western Cape, you will deliver expert strategic guidance to business owners, helping them navigate growth challenges, profitability, and market competitiveness.

You will conduct virtual assessments, develop tailored strategic plans, coach SME owners, and identify funding opportunities, leveraging digital tools to deliver high-impact consulting services while maintaining

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in management consulting, business advisory, or strategic planning focusing on SMEs.
• Proven track record of helping businesses achieve strategic growth and operational improvements.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to develop practical, actionable recommendations.
• Excellent remote communication, facilitation, and client management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual strategic assessments of SME operations, market positioning, and financial health.
• Develop tailored strategic plans, including market entry, growth, and operational improvement strategies.
• Provide remote coaching and support to SME owners and management teams.
• Assist clients in identifying funding opportunities and developing compelling business cases.
• Leverage digital tools and platforms to deliver engaging and effective consulting services.

Skills

Analytical skills

Remote communication

Facilitation

Client management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a dedicated Remote Strategy Consultant to empower Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) across South Africa . Operating entirely remotely from your location near Paarl, Western Cape , you will provide expert strategic guidance to business owners, helping them navigate growth challenges, improve profitability, and enhance market competitiveness. This role requires a versatile consultant adept at working independently and delivering high-impact solutions through virtual channels. You will play a crucial role in fostering the success and sustainability of the SME sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual strategic assessments of SME operations, market positioning, and financial health.
• Develop tailored strategic plans, including market entry, growth, and operational improvement strategies.
• Provide remote coaching and support to SME owners and management teams.
• Assist clients in identifying funding opportunities and developing compelling business cases.
• Leverage digital tools and platforms to deliver engaging and effective consulting services.

Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in management consulting , business advisory, or strategic planning, with a focus on SMEs.
• Demonstrated success in helping businesses achieve strategic growth and operational improvements.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to develop practical, actionable recommendations.
• Excellent remote communication, facilitation, and client management capabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, or a related discipline.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a focus on project success and client outcomes.
• Fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Professional development opportunities, including specialized training.
• Opportunity to make a significant positive impact on the growth of South African SMEs.