Strategic Growth Consultant - Remote, East London & EC

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Management Consultant in East London, Eastern Cape, with remote flexibility. You will lead growth initiatives, conduct market analysis, and work with leadership to identify new opportunities and optimize go-to-market strategies for clients in the region.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, financial modeling, and cross-functional collaboration to drive profitability and sustainable expansion across the Eastern Cape market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or related field; MBA or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in strategic planning, business development, or management consulting with a growth focus.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with ability to develop robust business cases.
• Excellent understanding of market analysis, competitive strategy, and financial modeling.
• Experience developing and implementing growth strategies and working remotely with clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and analysis to identify growth opportunities and new markets.
• Develop growth strategies including market penetration, diversification, and product development.
• Analyze competitive landscapes and customer trends to inform decisions.
• Create detailed business cases and financial models to support initiatives.
• Advise clients on optimizing sales, marketing, and distribution channels.
• Collaborate with client teams to implement growth strategies and monitor progress.
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions and workshops with senior management.
• Provide insights on mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Market research

Financial modeling

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or related field

MBA desirable

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Management Consultant in East London, Eastern Cape, with remote flexibility. You will lead growth initiatives, conduct market analysis, and work with leadership to identify new opportunities and optimize go-to-market strategies for clients in the region.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, financial modeling, and cross-functional collaboration to drive profitability and sustainable expansion across the Eastern Cape market.