Lead Digital Strategy & Innovation - Principal

Placements24; Randburg; Vor Ort; ZAR 2.000.000 - 3.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Performance-based incentives

Executive benefits

Professional growth & training

International conferences

Leadership development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Consultant to spearhead digital strategy and innovation initiatives for clients across South Africa. Based in Randburg, Gauteng, you will guide digital transformation programs and shape roadmaps with C-suite stakeholders.

The role requires a deep understanding of emerging digital trends, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate complex technologies into actionable business strategies.

Qualifikationen

• Advanced degree in IT, CS, or business required.
• 10+ years in digital strategy or innovation consulting.
• Proven leadership of digital transformation programs for large enterprises.
• Ability to translate tech concepts into business strategy.
• Experience in Gauteng business environment desirable.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute comprehensive digital strategies and transformation roadmaps for clients.
• Identify and assess emerging technologies and digital trends relevant to client industries.
• Lead client engagements focused on digital innovation, customer experience enhancement, and operational digitalization.
• Advise senior leadership on digital capabilities, potential disruptors, and strategic investments.
• Facilitate workshops and brainstorming sessions to foster innovation and co-create digital solutions.
• Manage project teams, ensure high-quality deliverables, and build strong client relationships.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform digital strategy recommendations.
• Drive the adoption of digital technologies and agile methodologies within client organizations.
• Contribute to the growth of our client's digital practice through thought leadership and business development.

Kenntnisse

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Business development

Ausbildung

Advanced degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field

Tools

Digital platforms

Cloud computing

AI

Data analytics

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Consultant to spearhead digital strategy and innovation initiatives for clients across South Africa. Based in Randburg, Gauteng, you will guide digital transformation programs and shape roadmaps with C-suite stakeholders.

The role requires a deep understanding of emerging digital trends, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate complex technologies into actionable business strategies.