Senior Strategy Consultant

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical coverage

Retirement savings

Professional training

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a Senior Strategy Consultant to join our team in a hybrid role, balancing on-site client collaboration with flexible remote work in Gauteng. You will guide clients through complex strategic challenges, translate insights into actionable plans, and collaborate with senior leadership to drive measurable growth.

Ideal candidates hold an MBA or equivalent, with 6+ years in strategy consulting or corporate strategy, and a track record of leading engagements and

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree in Business or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive experience in strategy consulting or corporate strategy.
• Strong strategic planning, market analysis, and business model innovation.
• Proven experience in leading and managing client engagements.
• Exceptional quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas to senior stakeholders both remotely and in person.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate compelling strategic recommendations based on rigorous analysis.
• Lead client engagements, managing project teams and ensuring timely delivery of outputs.
• Conduct market, competitive, and financial analysis to support strategic decisions.
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions and workshops with client executives.
• Advise clients on market expansion, product development, and operational efficiency.
• Mentor and develop junior members of the consulting team.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication with stakeholders

Mentoring

Education

MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Strategy Consultant to join their team in Vereeniging . This role operates on a hybrid model, offering flexibility while ensuring essential on-site client collaboration within the dynamic Gauteng economic region. You will be responsible for guiding clients through complex strategic challenges, developing innovative solutions, and driving business growth. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical acumen, exceptional strategic thinking capabilities, and a proven ability to translate insights into actionable plans that deliver measurable results. You will work with senior client leadership, shaping the future direction of their organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate compelling strategic recommendations based on rigorous analysis.
• Lead client engagements, managing project teams and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outputs.
• Conduct market, competitive, and financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions and workshops with client executives.
• Advise clients on strategic choices related to market expansion, product development, and operational efficiency.
• Mentor and develop junior members of the consulting team.

Requirements

• MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree in Business or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in strategy consulting or corporate strategy.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, market analysis, and business model innovation.
• Proven experience in leading and managing client engagements.
• Exceptional quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex ideas to senior stakeholders in both remote and in-person settings.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive performance-based bonus program.
• Hybrid work model accommodating both remote and office-based collaboration.
• Access to advanced training and development programs for career progression.
• Full medical coverage and retirement savings options.
• Engaging and challenging projects with significant client impact in Vereeniging .