Senior Consultant - Business Strategy & Planning

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

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Remote work option from Soweto

Training & mentorship

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Consultant with a focus on Business Strategy and Planning to join our client in Soweto, Gauteng. You will conduct market and competitive analyses, formulate strategic roadmaps, and support client leadership in shaping growth initiatives.

The ideal candidate has an MBA (or related masters), 6+ years in management consulting or corporate strategy, and exceptional communication and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• MBA or related master’s degree is required.
• 6+ years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or business planning.
• Strong strategic analysis, formulation, and implementation capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market analyses, competitive landscape assessments, and industry trend evaluations.
• Develop and refine corporate, business unit, and functional strategies.
• Facilitate strategic planning workshops and align stakeholders around actionable roadmaps.
• Create detailed strategic plans with objectives, initiatives, timelines, and resources.
• Develop financial models and business cases to support recommendations.
• Monitor execution of strategic plans and adjust as needed.
• Prepare presentations and reports for senior client leadership.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship building.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

MBA or related masters

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading management consultancy, is seeking a dedicated Senior Consultant with a focus on Business Strategy and Planning to join their esteemed team in Soweto, Gauteng . This role is crucial for assisting clients in developing robust strategic plans, aligning business objectives with market opportunities, and driving sustainable growth. You will engage with clients to understand their business landscape, identify strategic priorities, and formulate actionable roadmaps. The ideal candidate possesses strong strategic thinking capabilities, excellent analytical skills, and a passion for contributing to client success. This is a unique opportunity to shape strategic initiatives and foster business development within a dynamic consulting environment, offering flexibility for remote work from Soweto .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive market analysis, competitive landscape assessments, and industry trend evaluations.
• Develop and refine corporate, business unit, and functional strategies.
• Facilitate strategic planning workshops and facilitate consensus among key stakeholders.
• Create detailed strategic plans, including objectives, initiatives, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Develop financial models and business cases to support strategic recommendations.
• Analyze organizational structures and capabilities to ensure strategic alignment.
• Monitor the execution of strategic plans and provide ongoing guidance and adjustments.
• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and reports to senior client leadership.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal development and client relationship building.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Strategic Management, Economics, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or business planning.
• Proven expertise in strategic analysis, formulation, and implementation.
• Strong understanding of various strategic frameworks and planning methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with the Gauteng economic context is beneficial.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to client sites as needed.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure, along with comprehensive private health insurance and a retirement savings plan. We are committed to fostering professional growth through continuous training, mentorship, and opportunities to work on diverse and impactful projects. This remote-option role based in Soweto promotes a healthy work-life balance, supported by a collaborative and innovative work culture.