Strategy Consultant

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health and wellness

Professional development

Diverse client projects

Competitive incentive structure

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Strategy Consultant to serve the Soweto region and beyond, focusing on strategic insights and actionable plans to drive sustainable growth and competitive advantage.

You will diagnose challenges with clients, co-create innovative solutions, and guide them through critical strategic shifts, with a hybrid work model and clear development opportunities.

The role offers a rewarding career path with opportunities to impact diverse organizations across sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• 4+ years of experience in strategic consulting or corporate strategy roles.
• Experience in developing and presenting strategic plans.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Proficiency in business analysis tools and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client business models, market positions, and operational frameworks.
• Develop comprehensive strategic recommendations, including market entry, growth, and cost optimization strategies.
• Lead project teams to ensure the successful delivery of client engagements.
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions and workshops with client leadership.
• Conduct thorough industry and competitive research to provide relevant insights.
• Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with clients to foster long-term partnerships.

Skills

Strategic analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Economics or related quantitative field

Tools

Business analysis techniques

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively recruiting a forward-thinking Strategy Consultant to join their vibrant team serving the Soweto region and beyond. This role focuses on empowering businesses with strategic insights and actionable plans to achieve sustainable growth and competitive advantage. You will work closely with clients to diagnose challenges, co-create innovative solutions, and guide them through critical strategic shifts. This position offers a rewarding career path with opportunities to make a significant impact on diverse organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze client business models, market positions, and operational frameworks.
• Develop comprehensive strategic recommendations, including market entry, growth, and cost optimization strategies.
• Lead project teams to ensure the successful delivery of client engagements.
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions and workshops with client leadership.
• Conduct thorough industry and competitive research to provide relevant insights.
• Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with clients to foster long-term partnerships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in strategic consulting or corporate strategy roles.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and presenting strategic plans.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Proficiency in business analysis tools and techniques.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance incentive structure.
• Hybrid work model providing a blend of office and remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Robust opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Engaging work with diverse clients across various sectors.