Senior Management Consultant - Strategy & Operations

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Performance-based bonus

Professional development

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a Senior Management Consultant to drive strategic and operational transformations for diverse clients. You will lead engagements, develop recommendations and guide organizations through change, delivering measurable performance improvements.

The role requires a Master's degree and 7+ years in management consulting, with strong analytics, stakeholder management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in management consulting, operations management, or strategic planning.
• Proven ability to lead project teams and manage client expectations effectively.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfort working in a hybrid environment, adapting to both remote and in-person collaboration needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements focused on strategy formulation, operational efficiency, and performance improvement.
• Conduct thorough diagnostic assessments of client operations and strategic positioning.
• Develop actionable insights and strategic recommendations supported by robust data analysis.
• Oversee the implementation of strategic initiatives, ensuring successful adoption and measurable results.
• Build and nurture strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on complex business matters.
• Guide and mentor junior team members throughout project lifecycles.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Education

Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished firm within the Management Consultancy field, is looking for a highly skilled Senior Management Consultant to join their team in Port Elizabeth. This role focuses on delivering strategic and operational excellence to a diverse clientele. You will lead critical projects, develop insightful recommendations, and guide organizations through significant transformations to enhance performance and competitiveness. Working within a hybrid model, you will collaborate with clients and colleagues both remotely and in the office, bringing expertise to bear on complex business challenges in the Eastern Cape region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements focused on strategy formulation, operational efficiency, and performance improvement.
• Conduct thorough diagnostic assessments of client operations and strategic positioning.
• Develop actionable insights and strategic recommendations supported by robust data analysis.
• Oversee the implementation of strategic initiatives, ensuring successful adoption and measurable results.
• Build and nurture strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on complex business matters.
• Guide and mentor junior team members throughout project lifecycles.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in management consulting, operations management, or strategic planning.
• Proven ability to lead project teams and manage client expectations effectively.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfort working in a hybrid environment, adapting to both remote and in-person collaboration needs.

Benefits

• Attractive base salary with a significant performance-based bonus component.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects across various industries.
• Hybrid work model promoting work-life balance and collaboration.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and wellness programs.
• Professional development and training opportunities to advance your consulting career.