Senior Consultant - Strategy & Operations

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Career development

Hybrid work model

Diverse projects

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant to join its Strategy & Operations practice in Midrand. You will lead client engagements, diagnose complex business challenges, and guide high-impact projects from initiation to delivery.

The role emphasizes analytical excellence, stakeholder management, and the ability to develop actionable recommendations across diverse industries within a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in management consulting or a relevant strategic advisory role.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex strategic projects.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools.
• Strong understanding of business operations, financial analysis, and strategic frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements, managing project timelines, resources, and deliverables from initiation to completion.
• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling to identify strategic opportunities and risks.
• Develop and present compelling strategic recommendations and operational improvement plans to senior client stakeholders.
• Facilitate workshops and collaborative sessions with client teams to foster buy-in and drive change.
• Mentor and coach junior consultants, fostering their professional development and contribution to the team.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Financial modeling

Mentoring junior staff

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Data visualization tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious management consultancy, is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant to join their dynamic Strategy & Operations practice in Midrand . This role is pivotal in driving transformative projects for leading organizations across various industries. You will be instrumental in diagnosing complex business challenges, developing innovative solutions, and guiding clients through successful implementation phases. This is an exceptional opportunity to leverage your analytical prowess and strategic thinking within a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment, contributing significantly to client success and our client's continued growth in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements, managing project timelines, resources, and deliverables from initiation to completion.
• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling to identify strategic opportunities and risks.
• Develop and present compelling strategic recommendations and operational improvement plans to senior client stakeholders.
• Facilitate workshops and collaborative sessions with client teams to foster buy-in and drive change.
• Mentor and coach junior consultants, fostering their professional development and contribution to the team.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in management consulting or a relevant strategic advisory role.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex strategic projects.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools.
• Strong understanding of business operations, financial analysis, and strategic frameworks.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Exposure to a diverse range of challenging and high-impact client projects.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and career advancement.
• A stimulating work environment that encourages innovation and continuous learning.
• Hybrid work model balancing office collaboration and personal flexibility in Midrand .