Strategy & Operations Senior Consultant — Hybrid

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Career development

Hybrid work model

Diverse projects

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant to join its Strategy & Operations practice in Midrand. You will lead client engagements, diagnose complex business challenges, and guide high-impact projects from initiation to delivery.

The role emphasizes analytical excellence, stakeholder management, and the ability to develop actionable recommendations across diverse industries within a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in management consulting or a relevant strategic advisory role.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex strategic projects.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools.
• Strong understanding of business operations, financial analysis, and strategic frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements, managing project timelines, resources, and deliverables from initiation to completion.
• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling to identify strategic opportunities and risks.
• Develop and present compelling strategic recommendations and operational improvement plans to senior client stakeholders.
• Facilitate workshops and collaborative sessions with client teams to foster buy-in and drive change.
• Mentor and coach junior consultants, fostering their professional development and contribution to the team.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Financial modeling

Mentoring junior staff

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Data visualization tools

Job description

Placements24 in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant to join its Strategy & Operations practice in Midrand. You will lead client engagements, diagnose complex business challenges, and guide high-impact projects from initiation to delivery.

The role emphasizes analytical excellence, stakeholder management, and the ability to develop actionable recommendations across diverse industries within a collaborative, growth-focused environment.