Senior Strategy Leader — Drive Transformative Growth for Clients

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Medical aid

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Principal Business Strategist to lead strategic engagements from Tembisa, Gauteng, driving transformative initiatives for clients and guiding multi-disciplinary teams. The role requires visionary leadership and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, shaping client outcomes in the region.

The position demands an MBA or equivalent and 10+ years in management consulting or corporate strategy, with proven success in strategy development, market

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent in Business, Economics, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in management consulting, strategy development, or corporate strategy.
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects and drive significant business outcomes.
• Expertise in strategic planning, market entry, operational efficiency, and organizational design.
• Superior analytical and critical thinking skills with ability to synthesize complex information.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proven track record of building and nurturing client relationships at executive level.
• Deep understanding of the South African economic landscape and business environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute strategic frameworks to address complex business issues for clients.
• Lead and manage large-scale consulting projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic recommendations.
• Develop financial projections and business cases for proposed initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key client executives and decision-makers.
• Facilitate executive-level workshops and strategic planning sessions.
• Identify and assess emerging trends and opportunities relevant to client industries.
• Mentor and guide project teams, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal writing and client acquisition.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

MBA or equivalent

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Principal Business Strategist to lead strategic engagements from Tembisa, Gauteng, driving transformative initiatives for clients and guiding multi-disciplinary teams. The role requires visionary leadership and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, shaping client outcomes in the region.

The position demands an MBA or equivalent and 10+ years in management consulting or corporate strategy, with proven success in strategy development, market