Management Consultant - Technology Strategy

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private health insurance

Retirement plan

Continuous learning & certifications

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Management Consultant specializing in Technology Strategy for our Nelspruit practice. This hybrid role focuses on guiding clients through technology roadmaps, digital transformations, and IT investments to align tech with business goals.

You will work with IT leaders and executives to drive technology-enabled business transformations, develop ROI-based business cases, and stay current with emergent tech trends across Mpumalanga and beyond.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in a technical/business field.
• 5+ years of technology consulting or senior tech leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of cloud, data analytics, cybersecurity, and enterprise software.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients' technology landscape and alignment with business strategy.
• Develop technology strategies, roadmaps, and transformation plans.
• Advise on IT architecture, cloud strategy, data analytics, and digital innovation.
• Develop business cases for technology investments and measure ROI.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to drive adoption of tech strategies.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Communication

Stakeholder management

Technology strategy

Cloud computing

Data analytics

Cybersecurity

Agile methodologies

IT governance

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science/Information Systems/Business Administration

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading strategy and technology consulting firm, is seeking a dynamic Management Consultant with a specialization in Technology Strategy to join their Nelspruit practice. This role operates under a hybrid model, combining the benefits of in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. You will be instrumental in advising clients across various industries on leveraging technology to achieve their strategic business objectives. This includes developing technology roadmaps, guiding digital transformations, optimizing IT investments, and assessing emerging technologies. You will work closely with IT leaders and business executives to ensure technology strategies are aligned with overall business goals. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of business and technology, driving innovation and creating value for our clients in the Mpumalanga region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess clients' current technology landscape, capabilities, and alignment with business strategy.
• Develop comprehensive technology strategies, roadmaps, and transformation plans.
• Advise on IT architecture, digital innovation, cloud strategy, and data analytics implementation.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate technology solutions and vendors.
• Guide clients through technology-enabled business transformation initiatives.
• Develop business cases for technology investments and measure their ROI.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to ensure successful adoption of technology strategies.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in technology management.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related technical/business field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in technology consulting, IT strategy, or a senior technology leadership role.
• Strong understanding of various technology domains, including cloud computing, data analytics, cybersecurity, and enterprise software.
• Proven experience in developing and executing technology strategies for complex organizations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Experience working within a hybrid environment, balancing collaboration and independent work effectively.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and IT governance frameworks is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and project deliverables.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package, coupled with a rewarding performance-based bonus system.
• Comprehensive private health insurance and a robust retirement fund are provided.
• We invest in your continuous learning and development through access to specialized technology training, certifications, and internal knowledge-sharing platforms.
• The hybrid work model offers flexibility, allowing you to effectively combine collaboration at our Nelspruit office with remote work days.
• You will join a team of forward-thinking technology experts, working on cutting-edge projects and contributing to significant client transformations.
• Clear pathways for career advancement into senior technology advisory roles are available.
• Additional benefits include wellness programs and access to cutting-edge industry resources.