Senior Management Consultant - Digital Strategy & Innovation

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Career development opportunities

Remote work autonomy

Global network of experts

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Management Consultant to join a fully remote team focused on Digital Strategy and Innovation. You will guide clients through digital disruption, shaping strategic visions and implementing ambitious digital roadmaps across diverse industries.

You will lead complex projects, mentor junior consultants, and build strong client relationships while leveraging agile methods and design thinking to deliver measurable business outcomes in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business, Technology, Marketing, or related field.
• 7+ years in management consulting or senior strategy with digital focus.
• Proven expertise in digital strategy, transformation, and innovation management.
• Experience leading complex digital projects with measurable outcomes.
• Remote work experience and strong stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine digital strategies, roadmaps, and transformation programs for clients.
• Identify and evaluate emerging digital technologies and their impact.
• Advise on digital business model innovation, CX, and digital operations.
• Lead project teams in conceptualization and implementation of digital initiatives.
• Conduct market and competitive analyses within digital landscapes.
• Facilitate workshops to foster innovation among client teams.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships as trusted advisor on digital matters.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to the growth of the digital practice.
• Prepare and present findings and recommendations to senior client stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Facilitation

Stakeholder management

Remote work experience

Education

Master's degree in Business, Technology, Marketing, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading management consultancy, is seeking a highly motivated Senior Management Consultant to join their fully remote team, specializing in Digital Strategy and Innovation. This role is for an expert who can guide clients through the complexities of digital disruption, helping them to develop and implement forward-thinking digital strategies. You will work with diverse organizations to identify opportunities for innovation, leverage emerging technologies, and transform their business models. Operating in a remote-first capacity, you will leverage digital collaboration tools to connect with colleagues and clients across Paarl, Western Cape and beyond. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence digital trajectories, drive business growth, and advance your consulting career in a flexible, work-from-anywhere setting. The focus is on strategic vision and impactful execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine digital strategies, roadmaps, and transformation programs for clients.
• Identify and evaluate emerging digital technologies and their potential business impact.
• Advise clients on digital business model innovation, customer experience enhancement, and digital operational efficiency.
• Lead project teams in the conceptualization and implementation of digital initiatives.
• Conduct market and competitive analyses within digital landscapes.
• Facilitate workshops and brainstorming sessions to foster innovation among client teams.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on digital matters.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to the growth of the digital practice.
• Prepare and present compelling findings and recommendations to senior client stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business, Technology, Marketing, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in management consulting or a senior strategy role with a strong digital focus.
• Demonstrated expertise in digital strategy formulation, digital transformation, and innovation management.
• Proven ability to lead complex digital projects and deliver tangible business outcomes.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Experience working effectively in a fully remote team environment.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and design thinking principles is advantageous.
• A passion for innovation and a deep understanding of the digital ecosystem.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-related bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• The full flexibility and autonomy of a remote work arrangement.
• Access to a global network of industry experts and insights.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual team culture.
• Contribution to a leading retirement savings plan.