Strategic Financial Services Consultant (Hybrid)

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Performance-based incentives

Professional growth and certifications

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Management Consultant specializing in Financial Services Strategy to join its Soweto-based team in Gauteng. You will advise financial institutions on strategic growth, digital banking, risk management, regulatory compliance, and customer experience transformation, while delivering actionable plans and managing client engagements.

The role requires a Master's degree and at least 5 years in management consulting within financial services, with strong

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in management consulting with a focus on financial services.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client management skills.
• Willingness to travel to client sites in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic initiatives for financial services clients, including banks, insurers, and investment firms.
• Conduct market analysis and regulatory assessments to inform strategic decision-making.
• Advise on digital transformation, fintech integration, customer journey optimization, and risk/compliance frameworks.
• Lead client engagements and manage project teams to deliver high-quality services.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Client management

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Management Consultant specializing in Financial Services Strategy to join its Soweto-based team in Gauteng. You will advise financial institutions on strategic growth, digital banking, risk management, regulatory compliance, and customer experience transformation, while delivering actionable plans and managing client engagements.

The role requires a Master's degree and at least 5 years in management consulting within financial services, with strong