Clients & Industries – Consultant – ASG

Join Deloitte

Deloitte is the largest private professional services network in the world. Every day, approximately 220,000 professionals in more than 150 countries demonstrate their commitment to a single vision: to be the standard of excellence, while working towards one purpose – to make an impact that matters.

In South Africa, Deloitte is one of the leading professional services organisations, specialising in providing Audit, Tax, Consulting, Risk Advisory and Corporate Finance services. We serve clients in a variety of industries from financial services, to consumer business, energy, mining and manufacturing, tourism and the public sector, and we provide powerful business solutions to some of the world’s most well-known and respected companies, including more than 80 percent of the Fortune 100.

Our professionals are unified by a collaborative culture that fosters integrity, outstanding value to markets and clients, commitment to each other, and strength from cultural diversity. They are dedicated to strengthening corporate responsibility, building public trust, and making a positive impact in their communities. We understand that our professionals hold interests outside of the work space and we aim to encourage work/life balance, supporting them in all aspects of their lives.

Our talented professionals and our clients understand the link between a strong learning and development programme and the ability for Deloitte to deliver on its promise of consistent, high-quality service delivery worldwide.

Whatever your age, gender or culture, take your career to the next level with the talents and capabilities you’ll develop at Deloitte.

About the Division

Deloitte offers a broad range of fully integrated tax services and tailored signature tax solutions and insights designed to work for business needs.

Our approach combines insight and innovation from multiple disciplines that keep current with the latest legislative, compliance and business innovations that will impact business’ tax strategy, compliance and reporting requirements. With an extensive network of African Tax professionals, equipped with in-depth knowledge, technical expertise and experience of both regional and global tax insights, we are best placed to guide businesses through the dynamic global and local regulatory landscapes to help them excel globally.

Our Services include the following:
Business Taxes Services which is made up of: Business Tax, Mergers & Acquisitions, Tax Management Consulting, Governments Grants & Incentives, Deloitte Private Client Services, Tax as a Managed Service, Deloitte School of Tax

Indirect Tax which is made up of: VAT and Customs & Global Tax, Global Employer Services

Cross Border Taxes which is made up of: Transfer Pricing, International Tax

Our professionals need to have the acumen to handle complex situations and multiple responsibilities simultaneously, balancing long term projects with the urgency of immediate operational demands. We are committed to establishing and empowering the firm by establishing an environment of continuous learning and enriching career opportunities.

What impact will you make?

Every day, your work will make an impact that matters, while you thrive in a dynamic culture of inclusion, collaboration and high performance. As the undisputed leader in professional services, Deloitte is where you’ll find unrivaled opportunities to succeed and realize your full potential.

Main Purpose of Job

Working as an integral member of the Africa Services Group, specifically in the insights and thought leadership team, to assist the broader firm and clients by providing insights and research on key industries, thematic priorities of the firm, and leading African markets in order to build the brand and capability of the firm into Africa and global markets.

Qualifications & Experience required

Required

A Honours’ Degree in Economics

1-2 years experience as a Researcher/Analyst

Preferred

A Masters’ in Economics, Politics or International Relations

3 years’ experience in economic research, market research, industry research, business analysis, thought leadership and insights production; good knowledge of Deloitte industry priorities and keen interest in Africa and global economic environment of business.

Key Competencies required:
Key Performance areas

Strategic Impact

Under minimal guidance, supports the team in the delivery of services to clients in line with the defined strategic objectives

Supports management in the implementation of change initiatives as directed

Develops relationships with peer group in the client business to understand their business

Participates in team efforts to find solutions to address issues in area of expertise that may enhance / renew service offerings to client

Client Impact: External / Internal

Works collaboratively with own team and that of the client service line/area to deliver quality service in allocated tasks

Proactively consults with senior/s on issues arising that may impact the broader deliverables of the team to clients

Provides research output relating to thought leadership / technical matters on request from line management

Operational Effectiveness

Raises areas of concern related to own/team delivery of service for discussion and resolution

With minimal supervision, completes designated tasks for review by line, ensuring deadlines are met

Provides line manager and team with detailed reporting on status of deliverables on a regular basis

Remains aware of risk in area of expertise in alignment with Deloitte policies and processes

Checks work for accuracy and professional presentation prior to submission for review

Development/Growth of Team

Cultivates ability to give effective development feedback both upwards and to peers

Actively works to address identified development areas

Assists junior staff with day-to-day issues

Budgets / Profitability

Effective use of time, equipment and resources

Differentiators for this specific role

Africa Industry Insights Report Production:
Research, writing and production of identified industry, business priority and market-focused insights and thought leadership production as approved by the Associate Director for Africa Insights, in close collaboration with industry and service line teams, as well as marketing and other relevant teams, through both primary and secondary data collection.

Africa Country Reports:
Development (throughout the production value chain from ideation to external deployment) of country investment and opportunity reports for supporting business development efforts and African integration efforts of the firm into key African economies.

Client Engagements including projects focusing on:
Market entry strategies across industries into African economies

Expansion strategies across industries into African economies

Political, economic and business risks in select African economies

Trade and investment promotion-related research

Scenario planning

In-market research, data collection and report writing

Outcomes Reports development

Development and production of outcomes reports documenting the discussions of Deloitte Africa flagship events to be shared with clients.

Ad Hoc Presentation Preparation & Support (as required)

Researching and developing presentations to be delivered to clients for information or strategic purposes on key markets, industries, developments, trends, etc as required.

Technical competencies

Technical:

• Advanced Excel Knowledge
• Advanced Microsoft Office Knowledge
• Advanced desktop research experience
• Presentation Skills

Behavioural:
Developing a solution

Contributes ideas to develop solutions to clients problems, consulting with others as appropriate

Develops Self

Solicits feedback and guidance to understand strengths and development needs.

Analyses work experiences and seeks to learn from them.

Proactively seeks and participates in learning and development opportunities

Builds relationships

Follows through on commitments

Respects and responds with sensitivity to the concerns and viewpoints of others

Shares information and ideas with other team members

Manages change and ambiguity

Requests more information when direction is unclear

Adapts to changing priorities as they arise

Maintains a positive attitude when facing change or ambiguity

Leadership / Behavioural Capabilities

Living our Purpose – Identifies and embraces our purpose and values and puts these into practice in their professional life

Influence – Builds relationships and communicates effectively in order to positively influence peers and other stakeholders

Performance drive – Seeks opportunities to challenge self; teams with others across businesses and borders to deliver and takes accountability for own and team results

Strategic direction – Understands objectives for clients and Deloitte, aligns own work to objectives and sets personal priorities

Talent development – Develops self by actively seeking opportunities for growth, shares knowledge and experiences with others, and acts as a strong brand ambassador

In the Republic of South Africa, Deloitte operates as Deloitte & Touche. Deloitte & Touche is a part of Deloitte Africa. Deloitte Africa is a member of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited (“DTTL”), a UK private company limited by guarantee.

Requisition code: ZA149196VD