56 Management Consultant jobs in South Africa

What do we do?

Our purpose is to build dignity and opportunity through sustainable, production-led economies. This means making Africa a globally competitive manufacturing hub. We do this by partnering with leading companies on value chain and business transformation programmes, with governments to develop smart industrial policies, and with industrial clusters to facilitate innovative and sustainable sector development programmes. Our teams innovate and deliver across the spectrum of industry needs, including research, policy development, best practice discovery, value chain and firm-level strategy and execution, manufacturing performance improvement, skills training, sustainability, decarbonisation, and SME development.

What's the role?

You'll be working on value chain excellence programmes for leading companies or broader sector development programmes in automotive, chemical, clothing, furniture or agri-processing industries. As a professional problem solver you might support a range of clients, such as major retailers, automotive brands, large manufacturers, government agencies and public-private partnerships. Your role may require a variety of tools: applied research, global best practice discovery, strategy development, financial analysis, stakeholder engagement and project management. In this role, you will be working in a high-performance team, passionate about powering growth, competitiveness and sustainability in manufacturing.

What will you be doing?

• Identify, quantify and present opportunities for value chain growth or upgrading based on client needs, available data and global best practices.
• Facilitate multi-stakeholder, cross-functional engagements to present and evaluate these opportunities and explore potential interventions to realise them.
• Set projects up for success with SMART objectives, risk identification and robust monitoring & evaluation mechanisms.
• Delegate or execute chosen initiatives efficiently and effectively, whether it be facilitating a strategy session, presenting key findings, modelling a business case, building a dashboard, optimising a process flow or researching global best practice.
• Analyse value chain or sector performance data in line with agreed objectives and interventions.
• Conceptualise, delegate and/or execute effective change management frameworks and processes to ensure commitment from a variety of busy stakeholders.
• Oversee programme budgets, resources and tasks to ensure smooth, impactful execution on time and within budget.
• Problem-solve in unstructured environments where the diagnosis and solution may not be clear and lateral thinking is required.

Who are you?

• You want to make a difference through manufacturing employment creation and can get the big picture in terms of industry-wide challenges and opportunities.
• You get a kick out of solving large, complex problems using financial and operational data.
• You are structured/organised and a self-starter, preferring to get things done over academic rumination.
• You have good business acumen – an intuitive understanding of commercial pressures, challenges and opportunities facing businesses – and professional business writing and presentation skills.
• You have strong attention to detail.
• You are socially adaptable – the ability and desire to engage with people from different socioeconomic backgrounds and in different environments, from boardroom to factory.
• You are an outgoing person with excellent language and communication skills – you have no problem picking up the phone and calling a stranger to move forward with a task.
• You have an intellectual curiosity, see yourself as a learner and find yourself reading and watching videos about topics that fascinate you.
• You are a team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.

Requirements:

Essential:

• Minimum Honours degree in an analytical, at least partially quantitative, subject from a leading academic university
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Beneficial:

• Masters degree from a leading academic university
• Management consulting experience
• Experience working within manufacturing sectors

We are hiring at multiple levels.

• Consultant
• Senior Consultant
• Principal Consultant

What we offer:

Working at BMA comes with some important benefits:

• Private sector drive, social impact. We're a private company working to improve society through sustainable industrialisation. We like the balance between the pace of the private sector and the social value our work brings.
• Flexible workplace policy, allowing you to work from home, the office and/or at clients. We encourage you to strike the right balance between undisturbed deep work, collaboration and social engagement.
• Discretionary awards and bonuses. We recognise and reward performance. If you impress, you can grow quickly with us.
• Uniquely collaborative and fun working environment. We have a cool induction programme to rapidly immerse you in our world, and a rhythm of huddles which aligns the whole company, includes fun themes and games, and celebrates the wins we achieve every week.

BMA is an Equal Opportunity employer and preference will be given to Previously Disadvantaged Individuals as described in the Employment Equity Act.

As the Management Consultant in this innovative business, you will have the opportunity to join a dynamic projects team and contribute to large-scale projects that are essential for compliance with local regulations. This role provides a unique chance to transform regulatory implementation into a competitive advantage for financial institutions.

The successful candidate will enjoy a hybrid working model while partnering with financial institutions to maximize their return on implementing new regulations.

Key qualifications and experience required for the Management Consultant:

1. Bachelor's/Honours/Master's degree in relevant subject matter (i.e., finance, accounting or risk management)
2. Min. of 1 years working experience within a financial institution (preference will be given to candidates with banking experience)
3. Proven track record of working within relevant teams such as, Credit Risk, Capital Management, Treasury, Impairments, Regulatory Reporting or Risk Management
4. Knowledge of Basel 3/4, IFRS 9, IFRS 17 and other regulations is highly advantageous
5. NB! - Systems knowledge: SAS, SQL or Python

Key duties of the Management Consultant:

1. Understand and implement regulations facing South African banks and financial institutions
2. Communicate effectively with a broad range of stakeholders, from senior executives to technology teams
3. Apply theoretical knowledge in a practical fashion within project teams
4. Stay updated on Basel 3/4, IFRS 9, IFRS 17 and other relevant regulations
5. Adapt to varying office requirements based on client needs

Key personal skills:

1. Ability to apply theoretical knowledge practically
2. Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex topics
3. Work well within a team and interact easily with others
4. Strong numerical abilities
5. Quick learner and adaptable nature

If you are an analytical, dynamic and forward-thinking finance professional, ready to take your career in risk management to the next level, we encourage you to get in touch for a further discussion.

We are seeking for an experienced the Talent Management Consultant. The candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the organisation’s human capital strategy. The purpose of the role is to design, implement, and continuously enhance integrated talent management frameworks that enable the organisation to attract, develop, engage, retain, and deploy the right people to the right roles at the right time. The role spans across talent acquisition, workforce planning, succession management, learning and development, retention strategies, and advisory services to leaders. The consultant ensures that all talent practices support transformation, diversity and inclusion objectives, and comply with South African labour legislation and skills development frameworks.

What you'll do:

• Workforce Planning: Help managers plan ahead by forecasting staffing needs and building a strong pipeline of skilled people aligned to business goals.
• Smart Talent Sourcing: Use digital tools, social media, and partnerships with universities and colleges to find and attract the right people.
• Fair and Inclusive Hiring: Ensure recruitment is based on skills and potential, while meeting Employment Equity (EE) requirements and promoting diversity.
• Succession Planning: Identify and prepare employees to step into key roles, ensuring smooth transitions and business continuity.
• Career Development Support: Work with staff and managers to create personalised development plans and promote internal growth opportunities.
• Training and Skills Development: Design and deliver training programmes that close skills gaps and meet SETA and WSP/ATR compliance standards.
• Digital Learning Promotion: Encourage the use of online learning platforms and bite-sized courses to make learning accessible and flexible.
• Employee Engagement Retention: Use surveys and feedback to improve employee experience, boost morale, and retain top talent.
• HR Advisory Support : Provide managers with expert advice and insights on talent management, team development, and workforce strategy.
• Labour Law Compliance Best Practice: Ensure HR practices follow South African labour laws (LRA, BCEA, EE Act, Skills Development Act, POPIA) and reflect industry standards.

Your Expertise:

• 4â€6 years†roven experience in Talent Acquisition, Management, Organisational Development, or Learning Development.
• Demonstrated expertise in succession planning, workforce planning, and employee engagement.
• Experience with SETAs, B-BBEE scorecard compliance, and EE reporting.
• Proficiency in HRIS, ATS, and e-learning platforms.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor†degree in human resources, Industrial/Organisational Psychology, or related field (postgraduate advantageous)

Other information applicable to the opportunity:

• Permanent position
• Location: Midrand

Why work for us?

Connected Industrial Eco-systems:

The organisation provides Industrial OT solutions to drive sustainability of our communities. With a community of specialist OT system integrators who span across all industry segments in Sub Saharan Africa and OEM partnerships we are able to Design and Build as well as Optimize Industrial connectivity. Connecting people with trusted information and insights to drive responsible use of the world†resources.

One of the leading Tech companies in the country:

• The organisation fosters an inclusive work culture, we collaborate and solve together.
• Great career development , an opportunity to work on great technology which creates value for our communities.
• Values based organisation , with bold and courageous people centred leadership.
• Opportunity to harness your skills and be innovative.

iOCO is an equal opportunity employer with an obligation to achieve its own unique EE objectives in the context of Employment Equity targets. Therefore, our employment strategy gives primary preference to previously disadvantaged individuals or groups.

The records management consultant should at least have 10 years’ experience in Records Management.

• To develop and manage an organization-wide records management programme designed to ensure that record keeping and records management practices effectively meet the organization’s objective.
• To ensure that the records management practices of the office comply with the requirements of the National Archives and Records Services of South Africa (NARSSA) Act no. 43, 1996 as amended or its provincial equivalent, as well as other regulatory requirements.

• To ensure that records management is an objective in the government body’s strategy and strategic plan.
• To determine the current record keeping and record management situation and ensure that relevant information is available regarding the record keeping and records management practices of the government body as well as the private sector.
• Ensure that information contained in records is managed effectively throughout the organisation by drafting and implementing a records management policy.
• To ensure that records management staff understand their responsibilities and acquire the necessary skills to manage records effectively.
• To ensure that all records are kept in safe custody.
• To ensure that there is a systematic disposal programme in place.
• To ensure that all audio-visual records are managed according to the prescribed regulatory requirements and good governance.
• To ensure that all electronic records are managed according to the prescribed regulatory requirements and good governance.
• To ensure that there are evaluation criteria in place to monitor compliance with sound records management practices.

• Knowledge of the governmental environment.
• Knowledge of information management.
• Specialist knowledge of records management practices.
• Understanding of the most prevalent systems being used.
• Knowledge of relevant standards as well as the statutory and regulatory framework relating to records management.

• Good communication.
• Teamwork.
• Planning and time management.
• Influencing.
• Managing performance.
• Managing projects.
• Change management.
• Basic understanding of how information systems are designed and process data.
• Thorough understanding of metadata systems.

• Relevant National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Information Management and/or Records Management.
• Relevant training presented by the National Archives and Records Services of South Africa or any relevant training institute.

• Extensive experience in the field of paper-based records management.
• Experience in the field of electronic records management.
• Extensive experience as a manager.
• Project management experience.
• Change management experience.

Overview

AESG is an international specialist consultancy, engineering and advisory firm, with offices in London, Dubai, Riyadh, South Africa, Australia, Egypt and Singapore, dedicated to helping solve our clients greatest challenges through collaboration, innovation and advanced technical solutions. With unparalleled experience, gained from working on hundreds of projects, our multi-disciplinary team of Architects, Planners, Engineers, Scientists, Modelers and Project Managers work alongside our clients to deliver effective solutions that stand the test of time.

Senior Waste Management Consultant – AESG, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

• Delivery of waste management consultancy projects to high levels of quality within project deadlines
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction
• Project management of environmental & waste management studies in the region
• Contribute to company and department growth and success
• Seeking opportunities for repeat work and extensions of work scope on existing projects through high level of client satisfaction
• Assist in preparing proposals when required

• Bachelor or MSc degree level in Waste Management, Environmental Management or other relevant studies
• At least 5 years of experience in the implementation of similar assignments in the waste management consultancy
• Experience in waste management infrastructure design and buildings assets waste management design
• Experience in recycling activities and disposal technologies/waste treatment
• Technical expertise and leadership, particularly in solid waste management and waste management strategies, at the local, national, and regional level
• Knowledge of international resource and waste management policy and strategy, life-cycle analysis, circular economy, net zero, zero waste to landfill, waste projections and carbon modelling, waste operations and collections, waste infrastructure, sustainable procurement and economic and financial analysis

• Strong communication skills
• Motivated and self-driven (entrepreneurial outlook)
• Committed to technical excellence
• Good relationship builders (internal and external)
• Collaborative personality

AESG is a multidisciplinary specialist consultancy offering a unique work environment and the opportunity to work on innovative projects. Our reputation for innovative thinking and delivering projects that outperform expectations is supported by a portfolio of forward-thinking developments. We value staff enthusiasm, drive and passion, and offer opportunities to grow and take on responsibility early in your career with clear progression paths. We foster a collaborative environment and provide opportunities for professional development and mentorship.

• Not Applicable

• Full-time

• Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales
• Construction

A highly regarded management consulting firm, specialising in delivering structured, high-level projects across public and private sector organisations, is seeking an Associate / Manager level Consultant.

The business has a strong track record of successful engagements ranging from government departments to major corporates in sectors such as banking, construction, and utilities. With a lean but highly skilled team, the company prides itself on its rigorous problem-solving, analytical depth, and ability to implement lasting change.

This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projectss, requiring adaptability, strong consulting skills, and the ability to drive transformation within client environments.

The position is suited to candidates who thrive in high-performance environments, can travel between client sites in Gauteng, and are eager to contribute to impactful, large-scale change initiatives.

Salary: R100 000 – R120 000 per month.

Requirements:

• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport (role requires travel between client sites and office)
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Engineering, or Economics
• Postgraduate qualification from an accredited Business School (MBA preferred)
• Track record of strong academic achievement (top 10% of class)
• 3–5 years’ experience across multiple industries, ideally within blue-chip organisations or consulting firms
• International exposure advantageous
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and presentation abilities
• Demonstrated client-facing and stakeholder management experience
• Ability to manage small teams and project workstreams effectively
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport (role requires travel between client sites and office)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analytical Skills
  • Identify and structure issues across entire problem areas
  • Develop creative approaches where data is limited
  • Apply analytic tools and techniques to complex challenges
  • Synthesize complex analyses and draw out key implications
  • Develop sound, fact-based recommendations
• Change Management Skills
  • Support case creation for change within client groups
  • Manage PMO processes and tools across engagements or workstreams
  • Analyse leadership and stakeholder agendas for alignment and resistance
  • Tailor communications and implementation plans accordingly
  • Develop and implement action plans for system, process, or cultural changes
• Communication Skills
  • Conduct effective interviews to gather insights and establish rapport
  • Draft well-structured reports and presentations requiring minimal editing
  • Present confidently to clients and stakeholders
• Team and Engagement Management
  • Manage small teams and delegate effectively
  • Disaggregate and structure deliverables in line with engagement logic
  • Coordinate with colleagues to ensure high-quality, on-time outputs
  • Identify risks and execute mitigation strategies
  • Provide constructive feedback and foster collaboration
• Client Relationship Management
  • Analyse client agendas, culture, and change readiness
  • Build trusted peer relationships with client teams
  • Engage in communications aligned with project strategy
  • Identify opportunities to broaden client relationships
• Innovation and Intellectual Capital
  • Develop insights from diverse sources to solve client challenges
  • Document and “sanitize” intellectual capital for future use
  • Share expertise with other project teams and contribute to knowledge management systems

Overview

Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Regulatory Instructions Management Consultant is responding to legal and regulatory information requests, including subpoenas, regulatory inquiries, and internal investigations. This role ensures that all responses are accurate, timely, and compliant with applicable laws, banking regulations, and internal policies.

Accountability: Request Management

• Receive, log, and track legal and regulatory information requests (e.g., subpoenas, regulatory inquiries).

• Assess the scope and requirements of each request and coordinate appropriate responses

Accountability: Information Retrieval & Data Analysis

• Identify and collect relevant documents and data from internal systems.

• Analyse legal and regulatory information to ensure completeness and accuracy.

Accountability: Compliance Assurance

• Ensure all responses comply with legal obligations, privacy laws, and internal policies.

• Work with legal counsel to interpret complex regulatory requirements

Accountability: Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise with legal, compliance, IT, and business units to gather required information.

• Communicate effectively with regulators, auditors, and legal entities.

Accountability: Process Improvement

• Identify and implement improvements in request handling procedures and documentation workflows.

• Support automation and digital transformation of request management workflows.

Accountability: Risk Management

• Flag potential legal or regulatory risks identified during the request review process and escalate appropriately.

• Higher Diploma in Business, Commerce, Law, or Risk Management.
• 3-4 years’ experience at junior specialist level in a similar environment.

• Strong knowledge of risk management and banking.
• Excellent written, verbal communication, negotiating, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Results-oriented, with a solid understanding of the business context.
• Team player with a collaborative approach.

• Experience in financial crime disciplines, including AML, sanctions, and ABC risk management, and Basic Legal Framework
• Familiarity with working in culturally diverse teams across different geographic locations.

• Higher Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised