Senior Consultant - Financial Services Strategy

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Health + retirement benefits

Learning & development

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch is seeking a Senior Consultant with expertise in Financial Services Strategy to guide leading financial institutions through strategic transformations. You will lead engagements involving market positioning, digital disruption, regulatory changes, and product innovation.

The role requires strong analytical and leadership skills, with a track record of driving client value in the South African financial services sector.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in financial services consulting, strategy, or corporate development.
• Deep understanding of the financial services industry landscape, trends, and regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present strategic recommendations for financial services clients across banking, insurance, and wealth management.
• Lead client engagements focused on digital transformation, M&A, and operational efficiency within the financial sector.
• Conduct in-depth market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and regulatory impact assessments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders within client organizations.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to the development of the firm's financial services practice.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Client management

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Education

Master's degree in Finance/Business/Economics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is recruiting a Senior Consultant with expertise in Financial Services Strategy to join their prestigious team in Stellenbosch, Western Cape . This role involves advising leading financial institutions on critical strategic issues, including market positioning, digital disruption, regulatory changes, and product innovation. You will lead complex projects, develop actionable strategies, and guide clients through significant transformations within the dynamic financial sector. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic thinker to contribute to shaping the future of finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and present strategic recommendations for financial services clients across banking, insurance, and wealth management.
• Lead client engagements focused on digital transformation, M&A, and operational efficiency within the financial sector.
• Conduct in-depth market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and regulatory impact assessments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders within client organizations.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to the development of the firm's financial services practice.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in financial services consulting, strategy, or corporate development.
• Deep understanding of the financial services industry landscape, trends, and regulatory environment.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage client relationships effectively in Stellenbosch.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant bonus potential.
• Hybrid working model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Access to continuous learning and professional development programs.
• Exposure to high-profile projects within the South African financial services sector.