Flexible Africa Sustainability Growth Leader (Advisory)

Schneider Electric; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric seeks a high-impact leader to establish its advisory services presence in Africa, building a flagship client portfolio and setting the commercial foundations for long-term market leadership. You will own pipeline development, collaborate across delivery, commercial and global expert teams, and drive sustainable revenue growth in a fast-moving market.

The role requires deep sustainability expertise, a proven track record in consulting or advisory with enterprise clients, and

Qualifications

• Background from a leading strategy/advisory firm or strong delivery track record.
• Proven commercial track record with end-user and enterprise clients.
• Sustainability background with decarbonization and energy transition understanding.
• Combines consulting depth with commercial hunting and sustainability expertise.

Responsibilities

• Build the market: establish SE Advisory Services as trusted partner across Africa.
• Own the number: manage pipeline, qualification, proposals and revenue growth.
• Land flagship references by securing marquee clients to unlock regional scale.

Skills

Entrepreneurial

Hunter mindset

Cross-functional

Executive communication

Resilience

Stakeholder management

Education

Postgraduate or 4-year degree

Tools

ESG software

Job description

Schneider Electric seeks a high-impact leader to establish its advisory services presence in Africa, building a flagship client portfolio and setting the commercial foundations for long-term market leadership. You will own pipeline development, collaborate across delivery, commercial and global expert teams, and drive sustainable revenue growth in a fast-moving market.

The role requires deep sustainability expertise, a proven track record in consulting or advisory with enterprise clients, and