Remote Head of Digital Transformation

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Híbrido; ZAR 1 500 000 - 2 500 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Health benefits

Retirement planning

Professional development

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Remote Head of Digital Transformation to guide digital strategies and execution for a global client portfolio. You will lead diverse client engagements, drive cloud, AI, and data initiatives, and champion change management in a fully remote setting.

The role demands a strategic thinker with 10+ years in digital transformation and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams across geographies, delivering measurable business impact.

Qualificações

• Master's degree in a related field.
• 10+ years in management consulting or digital transformation.
• Experience with digital roadmaps, cloud, AI, data analytics.
• Experience leading remote teams across geographies.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute cutting-edge digital transformation strategies for a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Lead client engagements from assessment through implementation and post-transformation support.
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and trends for strategic advantage.
• Manage cross-functional teams, internal and client-side, to drive transformation initiatives.
• Champion digital adoption and change management across client organizations.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor on digital strategy.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for transformation projects.
• Contribute to the firm’s intellectual capital in digital transformation and innovation.
• Present findings and progress updates to senior client stakeholders and executive leadership.

Conhecimentos

Strategic thinking

Change management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Remote leadership

Project leadership

Formação académica

Master's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Ferramentas

Agile methodologies

Project management tools

Cloud strategies

AI initiatives

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering consultancy firm focused on driving innovation across various industries, is seeking an visionary Remote Head of Digital Transformation . This role is fully remote and calls for a seasoned leader with a deep understanding of digital strategy, technological innovation, and change management. You will be instrumental in guiding clients through their digital transformation journeys, from strategy development to successful implementation. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional strategic thinking, a broad knowledge of emerging technologies, and a proven ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder projects in a virtual environment. You will champion digital initiatives, foster a culture of innovation, and ensure our clients remain at the forefront of their respective markets. This is a critical leadership role for an experienced professional passionate about shaping the future of business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute cutting-edge digital transformation strategies for a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Lead client engagements from initial assessment and strategy formulation through to implementation and post-transformation support.
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and digital trends that can provide strategic advantage to clients.
• Manage cross-functional teams, both internal and client-side, to drive transformation initiatives effectively.
• Champion digital adoption and change management processes across client organizations.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on all matters of digital strategy.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for transformation projects.
• Contribute to the development of the firm's intellectual capital in digital transformation and innovation.
• Present findings, recommendations, and progress updates to senior client stakeholders and executive leadership.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in management consulting, digital strategy, or leading large-scale digital transformation programs.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing digital roadmaps, cloud strategies, AI initiatives, data analytics, and customer experience improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead remote teams and manage complex projects across different geographies and time zones.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and project management tools.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving client environment.
• Requires a robust home office setup, reliable internet, and the ability to work autonomously.

Benefits

• highly competitive salary
• significant performance-based bonuses
• comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• retirement planning assistance
• extensive professional development opportunities
• chance to work on impactful projects with leading organizations globally
• Our client fosters a collaborative and innovative remote culture, providing the tools and support needed for success.