Senior Strategy Consultant - Market Entry & Growth

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development & training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Strategy Consultant for our Vereeniging office in Gauteng. The role centers on developing market entry plans, driving growth, and advising clients navigating complex markets.

You will lead engagements, build robust financial models, and craft strategic recommendations for senior leaders. The ideal candidate holds an MBA and 7+ years in strategic consulting or corporate strategy, with deep expertise in market analysis and M&A advisory.

Qualifications

• MBA required with focus on strategy or finance.
• 7+ years in strategic consulting, corporate strategy, or business development.
• Proven expertise in market entry, growth strategy, and M&A advisory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and economic forecasting.
• Develop market entry strategies, go-to-market plans, partnerships, and regulatory analysis.
• Advise on organic and inorganic growth opportunities, including mergers and acquisitions.

Skills

Market entry strategies

Growth strategy

M&A advisory

Financial modeling

Executive presentations

Client management

Travel readiness

Education

MBA

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally renowned management consultancy, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Strategy Consultant to join their dynamic team in Vereeniging, Gauteng . This role focuses on developing and executing market entry strategies, driving business growth, and providing strategic guidance to clients navigating complex market landscapes. You will work with a diverse range of clients, analyzing market dynamics, identifying opportunities, and crafting actionable plans to achieve sustainable competitive advantage. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional analytical prowess, strategic foresight, and a proven track record in corporate strategy or strategic consulting. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of businesses and contribute to significant growth initiatives from our Vereeniging office.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and economic forecasting to inform strategic recommendations.
• Develop comprehensive market entry strategies, including go-to-market plans, partnership identification, and regulatory analysis.
• Advise clients on organic and inorganic growth opportunities, including mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances.
• Create robust business plans and financial models to support strategic initiatives.
• Lead client engagements, managing project teams and ensuring the delivery of high-quality strategic advice.
• Facilitate workshops with client leadership to define strategic priorities and roadmaps.
• Analyze industry trends and emerging technologies to identify potential disruptions and opportunities.
• Develop and deliver compelling presentations to C-suite executives and key stakeholders.
• Contribute to the firm's knowledge base and business development efforts.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Economics, Finance, or a related strategic discipline.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in strategic consulting, corporate strategy, or business development, with a focus on market analysis and growth strategy.
• Proven expertise in market entry, growth strategy development, competitive strategy, and M&A advisory.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information.
• Excellent financial modeling and valuation skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence senior decision-makers.
• Experience working with clients in the Gauteng region is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and manage client relationships effectively.
• Willingness to travel as required for client engagements.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary and bonus structure, commensurate with your experience and contributions.
• You will receive comprehensive private medical insurance, a generous retirement fund contribution, and significant opportunities for professional development, including access to advanced training programs and industry conferences.
• This role in Vereeniging offers a stimulating work environment, the chance to tackle high-impact projects, and clear pathways for career advancement within a leading consultancy.