Senior Consultant - Strategy & Growth

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,985,000 - 2,977,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Growth opportunities

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Autonomy in global team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Consultant with a focus on Strategy & Growth for a fully remote position. You will partner with clients globally to develop and execute strategies that foster sustainable growth and market leadership.

Leverage market analysis, innovation, and strategic planning to guide clients through complex business landscapes, mentoring project teams and translating recommendations into practical implementation.

Qualifications

• MBA or Master's in Business, Strategy, Marketing, or related field.
• 7+ years in management consulting, corporate strategy, or growth-focused roles.
• Proven ability to develop and execute successful growth strategies for diverse organizations.
• Exceptional analytical and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagements focused on growth strategies, market expansion, and competitive positioning.
• Conduct deep-dive analysis of market dynamics and customer insights to identify opportunities.
• Develop innovative business models and strategic initiatives to drive revenue and profitability.
• Facilitate virtual strategic planning sessions with senior client leadership.
• Mentor and guide project teams to ensure delivery of high-quality strategic advice.
• Translate strategic recommendations into actionable implementation plans and support execution.

Skills

Growth strategy

Market analysis

Client engagement

M&A advisory

Digital growth

Strategic thinking

Presentation skills

Education

MBA

Job description

Our client, a premier management consultancy, is actively seeking a Senior Consultant with a focus on Strategy & Growth for a fully remote position. This role involves partnering with clients globally to develop and execute strategies that foster sustainable growth and market leadership. You will leverage your expertise in market analysis, innovation, and strategic planning to guide clients through complex business landscapes. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced, self-driven consultant to work from anywhere, contributing to high-impact strategic initiatives and driving client success in a flexible, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements focused on developing and implementing robust growth strategies, market expansion plans, and competitive positioning.
• Conduct deep-dive analysis of market dynamics, customer insights, and emerging trends to identify growth opportunities.
• Develop innovative business models and strategic initiatives to drive revenue and profitability for clients.
• Facilitate virtual strategic planning sessions and workshops with senior client leadership.
• Mentor and guide project teams, ensuring the delivery of high-quality strategic advice.
• Translate strategic recommendations into actionable implementation plans and support their execution.

Requirements

• MBA or Master's degree in Business, Strategy, Marketing, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or growth-focused roles.
• Proven ability to develop and execute successful growth strategies for diverse organizations.
• Expertise in market entry strategies, M&A advisory, new product development, and digital growth levers.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding virtual communication, presentation, and client relationship management abilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive bonus structure for remote employees.
• Flexibility to work from anywhere with advanced collaboration tools.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Comprehensive health benefits package and a generous retirement plan.
• A dynamic and inclusive global team culture that emphasizes autonomy and impact.