Remote Executive: Digital Transformation Lead

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Remote work flexibility

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Lead Management Consultant with a focus on Digital Transformation for a fully remote role, with Port Elizabeth-based oversight. The role requires steering digital strategies, managing large-scale initiatives, and guiding client outcomes through expert leadership.

You will oversee initiatives like process automation, data analytics, and cloud adoption, while mentoring a team of consultants and maintaining strong executive relationships to ensure measurable

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business or related field.
• 10+ years of management consulting experience with a focus on digital transformation and technology strategy.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale digital transformation projects and deliver measurable business impact.
• Deep understanding of emerging technologies, agile methodologies, and change management principles.
• Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and stakeholder management in a remote context.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead comprehensive digital transformation strategies for clients, aligning technology with business objectives.
• Oversee planning and execution of digital initiatives, including process automation, data analytics, and cloud adoption.
• Manage client relationships at the executive level, acting as a trusted advisor on digital strategy and implementation.
• Lead and mentor a team of consultants, fostering an environment of innovation and collaboration.
• Assess current digital capabilities, identify gaps, and propose robust solutions to enhance competitiveness.

Skills

Digital transformation

Change management

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Business

Job description

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Lead Management Consultant with a focus on Digital Transformation for a fully remote role, with Port Elizabeth-based oversight. The role requires steering digital strategies, managing large-scale initiatives, and guiding client outcomes through expert leadership.

You will oversee initiatives like process automation, data analytics, and cloud adoption, while mentoring a team of consultants and maintaining strong executive relationships to ensure measurable