Strategy & Growth Associate Consultant

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive training

Career progression

Diverse industries exposure

International exposure

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, South Africa, seeks an Associate Management Consultant to support senior consultants in developing strategic plans, market research, and financial analysis. You will contribute to client engagements, prepare materials, and help shape actionable recommendations in diverse industries.

The role offers comprehensive training, mentorship, and rapid career progression within a reputable firm, with opportunities for international exposure on select projects and a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related discipline is required.
• 1-3 years of experience in a consulting, strategy, or analytical role; internships considered.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with quantitative aptitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Eagerness to learn and develop within management consulting.

Responsibilities

• Support senior consultants in client engagements, focusing on strategic planning and implementation.
• Conduct comprehensive market research, competitive analysis, and industry benchmarking.
• Assist in the development of financial models and business cases for strategic initiatives.
• Gather and analyze data from various sources to identify key trends and insights.
• Prepare presentation materials and reports for client meetings.
• Facilitate workshops and brainstorming sessions with client teams.
• Contribute to the development of client proposals and project scopes.
• Help manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring quality and accuracy.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related discipline

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg, South Africa, seeks an Associate Management Consultant to support senior consultants in developing strategic plans, market research, and financial analysis. You will contribute to client engagements, prepare materials, and help shape actionable recommendations in diverse industries.

The role offers comprehensive training, mentorship, and rapid career progression within a reputable firm, with opportunities for international exposure on select projects and a dynamic,