Senior Strategy Consultant

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 2,398,000 - 3,357,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier compensation with performance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Budget for professional development

High-profile projects with leading org

Flexible remote work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Strategy Consultant to join their fully remote advisory team. You will develop strategic frameworks, conduct market analyses, and advise C-suite executives on critical business decisions from a flexible location.

The ideal candidate has an MBA and 8+ years in strategic consulting, with strong analytical, communication, and client-management skills to lead remote engagements and mentor junior consultants.

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree in Business or related field.
• At least 8 years of strategic consulting or corporate strategy experience.
• Expert in strategic frameworks, market analysis, and financial modeling.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagements on corporate strategy, market entry, and competitive positioning.
• Conduct advanced market research and scenario planning.
• Develop financial models and business cases for recommendations.
• Present insights and plans to executive leadership.
• Mentor junior consultants in a remote team environment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Client management

Virtual collaboration

Education

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Strategy Consultant to join their fully remote advisory team. This role is central to helping organizations navigate complex market dynamics and achieve sustainable growth. You will be responsible for developing innovative strategic frameworks, conducting thorough market analyses, and advising C-suite executives on critical business decisions. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a proven history of delivering high-impact recommendations and fostering strong client relationships, all within a fully remote work setup. This is a prime opportunity to shape business futures and drive significant client outcomes from a flexible location.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engagements focused on corporate strategy, market entry, and competitive positioning.
• Conduct advanced market research, competitive intelligence, and scenario planning.
• Develop robust financial models and business cases to support strategic recommendations.
• Present strategic insights and actionable plans to executive leadership teams.
• Mentor and guide junior consultants, fostering a collaborative and high-performance remote team environment.

Requirements

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree in Business or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in strategic consulting or corporate strategy roles.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic frameworks, market analysis, and financial modeling.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and client management skills, with experience in virtual collaboration.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver results in a remote-first environment.

Benefits

• Top-tier compensation package including significant performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous budget for professional development and conference attendance.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects with leading organizations.
• Highly flexible remote work arrangement with supportive infrastructure.