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patience maposa

@patiencemaposa

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Senior Strategy and Research Professional with legal consulting expertise.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic role that fosters strategic innovation and collaboration, with opportunities for growth.

I am a seasoned Strategy and Research Professional with over 10 years of experience in managing large-scale research projects and strategic planning across various sectors. My expertise lies in driving top- and bottom-line growth through effective governance, strategy enablement, and performance monitoring. I have a proven track record of engaging with executive stakeholders and cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies that align with organizational goals.

Currently, I am completing my MBA and LLM, focusing on corporate strategy and financial innovation. My professional journey has equipped me with a unique blend of legal and consulting skills, allowing me to define business KPIs, recommend operating models, and establish governance protocols. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to create impactful strategies that foster growth and innovation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Specialist Strategy & Business Transformation (Retail Banking Cluster)

ABSA Bank Ltd

Dec 2023 - Jun 2025 (1 year 6 months)

Directed and executed monthly, quarterly, and annual strategic reporting across various portfolios, informing Cluster and Group Executive Forums. Developed detailed roadmaps, business cases, and value stories to articulate the case for change and align with organizational goals.

Business Case Development Value Management Stakeholder Engagement Data Analysis Project Management Microsoft Office Suite Power BI

Senior Associate - Management Consulting

Birguid

Jan 2022 - Nov 2023 (1 year 10 months)

Developed segment-specific value propositions, strategic narratives, and implementation roadmaps for commercialization across 15+ African markets. Led strategic research and product messaging for cross-border expansion initiatives for clients in manufacturing, financial services, and infrastructure.

Financial Modeling Go To Market Strategy Business Development Client Relationship Management Project Management Data Analysis Storyboarding

Associate - Management Consulting

Birguid

Mar 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 9 months)

Led research programs for financial services clients, including industry and country thematic reports and data dashboards. Managed a six-country study for a global chemical manufacturing company and served as lead researcher for a satisfaction survey for a global tobacco producer.

Research Management Financial Modeling Team Management Business Development Media Relations Client Engagement Data Analysis

Analyst - Management Consulting

Birguid

Apr 2018 - Feb 2020 (1 year 10 months)

Created and delivered scalable go-to-market strategies for embedded insurance, agri-tech, and telecoms clients. Conducted due diligence, market analysis, and consumer behavior forecasting to guide product launches and regional expansion.

Go To Market Strategy Due Diligence Market Analysis Primary Research Business Development Project Management Public Relations Financial Modeling

Candidate Attorney

Coghlan, Welsh & Guest

Feb 2017 - Mar 2018 (1 year 1 month)

Conducted legal research on corporate, commercial, and tax matters, drafting legal opinions and preparing commercial contracts. Represented clients in labor and magistrates' court proceedings and managed the deeds registry process.

Legal Research Contract Drafting Legal Opinion Writing Court Proceedings Deeds Registry Management Corporate Law Commercial Law Tax Law

Market Research Consultant

Customer Care Solutions

Oct 2013 - Mar 2016 (2 years 5 months)

Managed customer relationship management activities, including data collection, verification, and database maintenance. Conducted customer satisfaction surveys using Computer-Assisted Telephone Interviewing (CATI) and supported direct marketing initiatives.

Customer Relationship Management Data Collection Customer Satisfaction Direct Marketing Lead Generation Database Management Market Research Client Communication Survey Design

Freelance Contributor

EnrichZimbabwe.Com

Jan 2013 - Oct 2013 (9 months)

Authored opinion pieces and book reviews for a quarterly magazine, contributing to the publication's content. Developed writing skills and engaged with diverse topics for a broad audience.

Content Creation Opinion Writing Review Editorial Research Communication Creative Writing Journalism Publishing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of South Africa

Masters in Corporate Law, Corporate Law

2024 -

Activities and societies: Courses taken: Corporate Insolvency Law, Commercial Contracts and Advanced Company Law, Thesis on Minority Shareholder Protection in Mergers and Acquisitions

Currently pursuing a Master's in Corporate Law with a thesis on Minority Shareholder Protection in Mergers and Acquisitions. Coursework included Corporate Insolvency Law, Commercial Contracts, and Advanced Company Law.

IUBH University of Applied Sciences

Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration

2022 -

Activities and societies: Courses include Strategic Management, Performance Measurement, Operations Management, Corporate Finance, Advanced Corporate Finance, Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management, Managerial Economics, IT Project Management, International Marketing Business Ethics and Governance, Innovation and Leadership, and Negotiation

Currently completing an MBA with a focus on corporate strategy and financial innovation, with thesis submitted. Coursework included Strategic Management, Performance Measurement, Operations Management, Corporate Finance, and Investment Analysis.