Senior Management Consultant - Innovation & Growth

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary + bonus

Health insurance

Professional development stipend

Wellness resources

Retirement plan with match

Generous PTO

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Management Consultant to lead growth and innovation projects for global clients. This fully remote role lets you work with executives worldwide from Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA, or any location, translating market insights into actionable strategies.

You will guide product and service innovation, conduct market analysis, and build financial models. The ideal candidate has 6–8 years in management consulting, strong leadership, and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Strategy, or related field.
• 6-8 years of management consulting, corporate strategy, or innovation management experience.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing growth strategies for clients.
• Fluency in English and excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for corporate innovation, new business ventures, and market expansion.
• Conduct market research, trend analysis, and competitive intelligence to identify growth opportunities.
• Advise clients on product development, service innovation, and business model transformation.
• Facilitate ideation workshops and innovation sprints with client teams.
• Develop business cases and financial models for new initiatives.
• Guide clients through launching new products and entering new markets.
• Foster a culture of innovation within client organizations.
• Manage project teams and ensure successful delivery of growth strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with C-suite executives.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, disruptions, and innovation best practices.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Facilitation

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Strategy, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious global management consultancy, is seeking an accomplished Senior Management Consultant with a passion for innovation and growth strategies. This is a fully remote position, providing exceptional flexibility and the opportunity to work with clients worldwide from **Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA**, or any other location. You will be at the forefront of helping organizations identify new market opportunities, develop innovative products and services, and implement strategies for sustainable growth. This role requires a visionary thinker who can translate market insights into actionable business plans. You will collaborate with executive teams, foster an innovative culture, and drive tangible business results through strategic foresight and execution. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with a proven ability to shape the future of businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for corporate innovation, new business ventures, and market expansion.
• Conduct market research, trend analysis, and competitive intelligence to identify growth opportunities.
• Advise clients on product development, service innovation, and business model transformation.
• Facilitate ideation workshops and innovation sprints with client teams.
• Develop business cases and financial models for new initiatives.
• Guide clients through the process of launching new products and entering new markets.
• Foster a culture of innovation within client organizations.
• Manage project teams and ensure the successful delivery of growth strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with C-suite executives.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, market disruptions, and innovation best practices.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Strategy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or innovation management.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing growth strategies for clients.
• Deep understanding of innovation frameworks, design thinking, and market analysis.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills, comfortable advising senior leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects and manage multiple stakeholders in a remote setting.
• Experience with market entry strategies and new product development processes.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for driving business growth.
• Fluency in English is required.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant bonus potential.
• Fully remote work environment with global project opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for professional development, conferences, and training.
• Opportunity to shape the future of leading organizations.
• Supportive and collaborative global team culture.
• Home office setup stipend and technology allowance.
• Substantial paid time off and holiday leave.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Employee assistance program and wellness resources.