Senior Business Consultant - Strategy & Operations

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health insurance

Development budget

Professional network access

Job summary

Placements24 invites a Senior Business Consultant to join our Stellenbosch practice. You will partner with client organizations to refine strategy and optimize operations, leading critical engagements, and delivering data-driven solutions that drive growth and efficiency.

This hybrid role combines client-site work with remote flexibility. You will mentor junior consultants, develop financial models and business cases, manage client relationships, and contribute to the firm's intellectual capital

Qualifications

• MBA or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Economics, Finance).
• Minimum of 6 years of consulting experience, with a strong focus on strategy and operations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex, multifaceted projects.
• Expertise in strategic planning frameworks and operational improvement methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Experience working with clients in diverse industries within the South African market.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagements focused on strategy formulation, market analysis, and business model innovation.
• Drive operational excellence initiatives, including process improvement, cost reduction, and performance management.
• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic assessments of client organizations.
• Develop robust financial models and business cases to support strategic recommendations.
• Manage client relationships and project teams, ensuring high-quality delivery and client satisfaction.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to the development of the firm's intellectual capital.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Client management

Mentoring

Presentation skills

Education

MBA or Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic Senior Business Consultant to join their practice in Stellenbosch . This role focuses on partnering with organizations to refine their business strategy and optimize operational effectiveness. You will lead critical projects, analyze complex business challenges, and develop practical, data-driven solutions that drive sustainable growth and efficiency. This hybrid role allows for flexibility, blending client-site engagement with remote work, and requires a professional adept at navigating the unique business environment of the Western Cape and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engagements focused on strategy formulation, market analysis, and business model innovation.
• Drive operational excellence initiatives, including process improvement, cost reduction, and performance management.
• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic assessments of client organizations.
• Develop robust financial models and business cases to support strategic recommendations.
• Manage client relationships and project teams, ensuring high-quality delivery and client satisfaction.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to the development of the firm's intellectual capital.

Requirements

• MBA or a Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Economics, Finance).
• Minimum of 6 years of consulting experience, with a strong focus on strategy and operations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex, multifaceted projects.
• Expertise in strategic planning frameworks and operational improvement methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Experience working with clients in diverse industries within the South African market.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous professional development budget and support for certifications.
• Access to a stimulating network of professionals and thought leaders in Stellenbosch .