Senior Management Consultant - Remote

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary

Performance-based bonus

Remote benefits package

Professional development budget

Global industry network

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Management Consultant for a fully remote role. You will lead large transformation programs, advise clients across industries, and deliver measurable business value while working from anywhere in South Africa.

You will mentor junior consultants, drive proposals, and build relationships with C-level stakeholders, with an emphasis on independent, autonomous work in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or related field; PhD or relevant certifications are a plus.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in management consulting or a senior strategic advisory role.
• Proven track record leading large-scale transformation projects and delivering significant business impact.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, adapted for virtual collaboration.
• Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and deliver high-quality results in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex consulting projects, ensuring successful delivery of objectives and client satisfaction.
• Develop and articulate strategic recommendations, leveraging deep industry knowledge and analytical expertise.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with C-level executives and key client stakeholders.
• Mentor and coach junior consultants, fostering their professional development and contribution to project success.
• Drive business development initiatives, identifying new opportunities and contributing to proposal development.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or Economics

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished management consulting firm, is actively seeking a highly experienced Senior Management Consultant to join their expanding, fully remote workforce. This critical role offers the flexibility to work from anywhere while advising a diverse range of clients on their most pressing strategic and operational challenges. You will lead significant projects, mentor junior team members, and drive innovative solutions that deliver tangible business value. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned consultant who thrives in a remote-first environment and seeks to make a significant impact on business transformation across industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex consulting projects, ensuring successful delivery of objectives and client satisfaction.
• Develop and articulate strategic recommendations, leveraging deep industry knowledge and analytical expertise.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with C-level executives and key client stakeholders.
• Mentor and coach junior consultants, fostering their professional development and contribution to project success.
• Drive business development initiatives, identifying new opportunities and contributing to proposal development.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field; PhD or relevant certifications are a plus.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in management consulting or a senior strategic advisory role.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale transformation projects and delivering significant business impact.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, adapted for virtual collaboration.
• Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and deliver high-quality results in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive-level salary and significant performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package tailored for remote employees, including wellness support.
• Unlimited professional development budget and opportunities for executive training.
• Access to a global network of industry experts and cutting-edge thought leadership.
• Exceptional autonomy and the ability to shape your career path in a leading consultancy.