Senior Strategy Consultant - Remote

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Leadership training

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Strategy Consultant for a fully remote role, supporting clients primarily in the Pretoria region. You will advise C-suite executives on strategic decisions, market entry, and long-term growth, shaping the future of top organizations through insightful guidance.

With 10+ years of experience, you will lead, mentor, and deliver robust financial models and business cases, while collaborating with executive teams in a remote setup.

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree.
• 10+ years of experience in management consulting, strategy development, or corporate strategy.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor teams on complex, high-stakes strategy projects.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and analytical capabilities.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and influencing skills with executive audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and deliver results in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive corporate and business unit strategies.
• Conduct deep dives into market dynamics, competitive landscapes, and emerging trends.
• Provide expert advice on M&A strategy, divestitures, and strategic partnerships.
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions and workshops with senior client leadership.
• Develop robust financial models and business cases to support strategic recommendations.
• Ensure successful implementation of strategic initiatives, tracking key performance indicators.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Mentorship

Financial modeling

Remote collaboration

Education

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Strategy Consultant for a fully remote position, supporting clients primarily in the Pretoria region. In this pivotal role, you will advise C-suite executives on critical strategic decisions, market entry, competitive positioning, and long-term growth initiatives. You will leverage your extensive expertise to drive impactful change and deliver exceptional value to a portfolio of leading organizations. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced consultant who thrives in a remote setting and is passionate about shaping the future of businesses through insightful strategic guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive corporate and business unit strategies.
• Conduct deep dives into market dynamics, competitive landscapes, and emerging trends.
• Provide expert advice on M&A strategy, divestitures, and strategic partnerships.
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions and workshops with senior client leadership.
• Develop robust financial models and business cases to support strategic recommendations.
• Ensure successful implementation of strategic initiatives, tracking key performance indicators.

Requirements

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree from a top-tier institution.
• Over 10 years of relevant experience in management consulting, strategy development, or corporate strategy.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor teams on complex, high-stakes strategy projects.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and analytical capabilities.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and influencing skills, particularly with executive audiences.
• Demonstrated experience in navigating ambiguity and delivering results in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package with significant bonus potential.
• Full remote work arrangement offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Extensive professional development and leadership training opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits.

The opportunity to make a significant impact on businesses across the Pretoria area and beyond.