Remote Lead Consultant - Data & Analytics

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first environment

Global project leadership

Professional development budget

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Consultant in Data & Analytics to guide clients in leveraging data for strategic decisions in a remote-first setup. You will define data strategies, oversee advanced analytics implementations, and mentor a distributed team of data professionals.

Applicants should have 10+ years in data science or analytics consulting, a master's or PhD in a quantitative field, and strong leadership and client-facing skills to drive global projects with integrity and

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in a quantitative field such as statistics, CS, or economics.
• 10+ years in data science, analytics, or data strategy consulting.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale data projects.
• Expertise in big data, ML/AI, and BI tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute end-to-end data and analytics strategies for clients.
• Lead design and implementation of data warehouses, BI solutions, and analytics models.
• Mentor a remote team of data scientists, analysts, and engineers.
• Translate client questions into data-driven solutions and ensure data governance and security.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Data strategy

Team mentoring

Education

Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative field

Tools

Big data technologies

Machine Learning

AI

BI tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a visionary and experienced Lead Consultant specializing in Data & Analytics to join their fully remote team. This leadership role is pivotal in guiding clients to harness the power of their data, driving informed decision-making and unlocking business value. You will define data strategies, oversee the implementation of advanced analytics solutions, and mentor a team of data professionals. This is a prime opportunity for an expert to lead impactful, remote-first data initiatives for a diverse clientele.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute end-to-end data and analytics strategies for clients.
• Lead the design and implementation of data warehouses, BI solutions, and advanced analytics models.
• Manage and mentor a remote team of data scientists, analysts, and engineers.
• Collaborate with clients to identify key business questions and translate them into data-driven solutions.
• Oversee data governance, quality, and security initiatives to ensure data integrity and compliance.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative field (e.g., Statistics, Computer Science, Economics).
• 10+ years of experience in data science, analytics, or data strategy consulting.
• Proven track record of leading successful large-scale data and analytics projects.
• Expertise in big data technologies, machine learning, AI, and business intelligence tools.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and client‑facing skills suitable for a remote environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and significant bonus potential.
• Full remote flexibility with opportunities for global project leadership.
• Generous budget for professional development, conferences, and certifications.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and wellness benefits.
• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge data technologies and drive client innovation.