Strategic Growth Leader: Market Entry & M&A Advisor

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Strategy Advisor to join our client in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will conduct market analyses, develop long-term strategic plans, and advise senior executives on growth and competitive positioning across diverse sectors.

This role requires an MBA or Master’s in business or economics and over 7 years in corporate strategy or management consulting. You will lead strategic workshops, craft persuasive reports, and stay ahead of industry trends to drive client

Qualifications

• MBA or Master’s degree in business or economics.
• 7+ years in corporate strategy, strategic planning or high-level consulting.
• Proven track record delivering growth strategies across industries.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent ability to influence senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive market and competitive analyses to guide decisions.
• Develop long-term strategic plans, including growth, market entry and M&A.
• Advise senior executives on critical business challenges and opportunities.
• Facilitate planning sessions and workshops with client leadership teams.
• Create compelling presentations and reports outlining strategic impact.
• Monitor industry trends and macro factors affecting client businesses.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

MBA or Master's in business or economics

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Strategy Advisor to join our client in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will conduct market analyses, develop long-term strategic plans, and advise senior executives on growth and competitive positioning across diverse sectors.

This role requires an MBA or Master’s in business or economics and over 7 years in corporate strategy or management consulting. You will lead strategic workshops, craft persuasive reports, and stay ahead of industry trends to drive client