Senior Consultant - Strategy & Operations

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Remote collaboration tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Senior Consultant to join a remote-first management consultancy practice. You will advise on strategic and operational challenges, drive transformation, and deliver value to diverse clients across industries from anywhere in the country.

You will lead remote workstreams, develop financial models and implementation roadmaps, and mentor junior staff while presenting findings to senior client leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in business/related field.
• 5+ years in management consulting or related roles.
• Proven remote project delivery experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent virtual communication with executives.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and financial modeling software.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client operations and identify improvement opportunities with strategic recommendations.
• Lead remote workstreams, manage timelines and stakeholder relationships.
• Develop business cases, financial models, and implementation roadmaps.
• Facilitate virtual workshops with senior executives to drive consensus.
• Mentor junior consultants and promote knowledge sharing.
• Prepare high-impact client reports and presentations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Financial modeling

Project management

C-level communication

Team mentoring

Education

MBA

Tools

Excel/Advanced Excel

Financial modeling software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and results-oriented Senior Consultant to join their dynamic Management Consultancy practice, operating with a remote-first model. You will play a pivotal role in advising businesses on complex strategic and operational challenges, driving transformation, and delivering tangible value to a diverse client base across various industries. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional who excels in problem-solving, thrives in a collaborative virtual environment, and is passionate about shaping the future of business operations and strategy from anywhere in the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of client business operations, identifying areas for improvement and developing strategic recommendations.
• Lead project workstreams, managing timelines, deliverables, and client stakeholder relationships remotely.
• Develop compelling business cases, financial models, and implementation roadmaps to support strategic initiatives.
• Facilitate virtual workshops and discussions with senior client executives to drive consensus and decision-making.
• Mentor and guide junior consultants, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning within the virtual team.
• Prepare and present high-impact reports and presentations to client leadership, articulating complex findings clearly and concisely.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in management consulting, strategic planning, or operational improvement roles.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver results in a remote setting.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with C-level executives virtually.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and financial modeling software.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and certifications.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and collaboration tools for effective remote work.