Senior Consultant - Business Strategy

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp is seeking a Senior Consultant with a strong focus on Business Strategy to join our team. The role partners with businesses to define strategic direction, optimize market positioning, and drive sustainable growth in a hybrid work setting.

You will lead critical projects, provide expert advice, mentor junior consultants, and foster strong client relationships across the North West region, helping clients translate insights into actionable plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in management consulting or strategic planning.
• Experience developing and executing business strategies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking
• Excellent presentation and communication, able to influence stakeholders.
• Experience in hybrid or flexible work environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate long-term business strategies, including market entry, competitive positioning, and growth plans.
• Conduct comprehensive market analysis, including competitor assessment and trend identification.
• Lead client engagements from diagnosis through to implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions and workshops with executive leadership teams.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior consultants on the project team.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Hybrid work experience

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a highly skilled Senior Consultant with a strong focus on Business Strategy to join their team in Klerksdorp . This pivotal role involves partnering with businesses to define their strategic direction, optimize their market positioning, and drive sustainable growth. You will lead critical projects, provide expert advice, and foster strong client relationships. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced consultant to make a significant impact within the North West region, contributing to transformative strategic initiatives in a hybrid work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate long-term business strategies , including market entry, competitive positioning, and growth plans.
• Conduct comprehensive market analysis, including competitor assessment and trend identification.
• Lead client engagements from diagnosis through to implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions and workshops with executive leadership teams.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior consultants on the project team.

Requirements

• Over 5 years of experience in management consulting or strategic planning roles.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and executing successful business strategies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Experience working in a hybrid or flexible work environment.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and bonus structure.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Generous medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional certifications.
• A dynamic and supportive consulting environment.