Senior Consultant - Financial Services Strategy

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

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Consultant to focus on Financial Services Strategy in Pretoria. You will lead project teams, develop growth and digital transformation plans, and advise on regulatory changes and risk management to drive client success.

The role requires translating strategic vision into executable actions, managing client relationships, and delivering actionable insights for financial institutions in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in financial services, strategy consulting, or investment banking.
• Strong understanding of banking, insurance, or asset management operations and regulatory environments.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.
• Experience leading project teams and managing client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic initiatives for financial services clients, including market entry, M&A, and digital banking strategies.
• Conduct comprehensive market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling to support strategic recommendations.
• Advise clients on regulatory compliance, risk management frameworks, and operational resilience.
• Lead project teams, manage client relationships, and ensure the delivery of high-quality strategic insights and solutions.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder discussions to align on strategic objectives and implementation plans.
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposal writing and client relationship management.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Strategic thinking

Project leadership

Client facing

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading management consultancy, is seeking a highly analytical and strategically minded Senior Consultant to focus on Financial Services Strategy within their bustling Pretoria office. This role is crucial for advising financial institutions on navigating complex market dynamics, regulatory changes, and emerging trends. You will lead project teams in developing innovative strategies for growth, digital transformation, risk management, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of the financial services sector and excels at translating strategic vision into executable plans, contributing significantly to client success and the firm's expertise in this vital industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic initiatives for financial services clients, including market entry, M&A, and digital banking strategies.
• Conduct comprehensive market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling to support strategic recommendations.
• Advise clients on regulatory compliance, risk management frameworks, and operational resilience.
• Lead project teams, manage client relationships, and ensure the delivery of high-quality strategic insights and solutions.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder discussions to align on strategic objectives and implementation plans.
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposal writing and client relationship management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in financial services, strategy consulting, or investment banking.
• Strong understanding of banking, insurance, or asset management operations and regulatory environments.
• Proven ability to analyze complex financial data and develop strategic recommendations.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.
• Experience leading project teams and managing client expectations effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package including salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for rapid career progression and exposure to diverse financial services challenges.
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement savings plan.
• Continuous learning opportunities and professional development support.
• A dynamic work environment in Pretoria with a focus on strategic impact and client value creation.