Management Consultant - Digital Strategy for SMEs

Placements24; Soweto; Híbrido; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Fully remote role

Flexible working hours

Professional growth opportunities

Health and wellness benefits

Travel reimbursement for occasional on

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Management Consultant to develop and implement digital strategies for SMEs. This fully remote role lets you work from anywhere while delivering digital transformation guidance to SMEs in Soweto, Gauteng, ZA and nearby regions.

The role demands a strategic thinker with hands-on digital know-how, strong self-management, and the ability to build virtual client relationships. Flexible hours and remote setup accompany opportunities for growth.

Formación

• 3+ years in digital strategy, digital marketing, or management consulting with a digital focus.
• Experience advising SMEs or supporting digital initiatives in smaller organizations.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing channels, e-commerce, social media and basic cloud tech.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a practical approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to explain technical concepts simply.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects remotely.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, IT or related field.

Responsabilidades

• Assess digital maturity and needs of SME clients.
• Develop tailored digital strategies including e-commerce and cloud adoption plans.
• Advise on selection and implementation of cost-effective digital tools.
• Guide clients to enhance online presence and customer engagement.
• Support optimization of business processes through digital solutions.
• Create practical implementation roadmaps with clear steps for SMEs.
• Provide training and ongoing remote support to client teams.
• Manage client engagements effectively in a remote setting.

Conocimientos

Digital strategy

Digital marketing

Management consulting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Remote work

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/IT

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a specialist management consultancy, is seeking a proactive Management Consultant to develop and implement digital strategies for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). This fully remote role empowers you to work from anywhere, delivering crucial digital transformation guidance to businesses in areas like Soweto, Gauteng, ZA , and across the region. You will help SMEs leverage digital tools and platforms to enhance their operations, marketing, sales, and customer engagement. The role requires a strategic thinker with a practical understanding of digital technologies and a passion for empowering smaller businesses. As a remote-first position, it offers flexibility and autonomy, demanding strong self-management skills and the ability to build effective virtual client relationships. This is a fantastic opportunity to drive impactful change in the SME sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the digital maturity and needs of SME clients.
• Develop tailored digital strategies, including e-commerce, digital marketing, and cloud adoption plans.
• Advise on the selection and implementation of cost-effective digital tools and technologies.
• Guide clients in enhancing their online presence and customer engagement.
• Support the optimization of business processes through digital solutions.
• Develop practical implementation roadmaps with clear, achievable steps for SMEs.
• Provide training and ongoing support to client teams on digital tools and strategies.
• Manage client engagements effectively in a remote setting.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in digital strategy, digital marketing, or management consulting with a digital focus.
• Proven experience in advising SMEs or supporting digital initiatives in smaller organizations.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing channels, e-commerce platforms, social media, and basic cloud technologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a practical approach.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, capable of explaining technical concepts simply.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects remotely.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, IT, or a related field.
• Familiarity with the challenges and opportunities faced by businesses in regions like Soweto, Gauteng, ZA is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible working hours and fully remote setup.
• Opportunities for professional growth and learning new digital tools.
• Contribute directly to the success of diverse small and medium-sized businesses.
• Supportive virtual team environment.
• Basic health and wellness benefits.
• Travel expenses covered if occasional client site visits are required.