Remote Lead Consultant - Data Analytics & Strategy

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible hours

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Consultant in Data Analytics and Strategy to guide clients in turning data into strategic decisions. The role is fully remote, with responsibility for data strategy, analytics implementations, and actionable insights.

You will lead project teams, mentor juniors, and collaborate with stakeholders across diverse client problems, staying ahead of trends in data science, AI, and governance.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in a quantitative field such as Data Science, Statistics, CS or Economics.
• 7+ years of experience in data analytics, BI or data strategy consulting.
• Proven leadership of complex data projects and client engagements.
• Strong skills in Python or R, SQL, and data visualization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive data strategies for clients.
• Lead engagements in analytics, BI, and data visualization.
• Translate data findings into clear business recommendations.
• Manage client relationships and lead project teams to deliver analytics solutions.
• Advise on data governance, quality, and architecture best practices.
• Identify opportunities for AI and ML to drive value.
• Mentor junior consultants and analysts in data techniques.
• Communicate insights effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of trends in data science and analytics.

Skills

Data Strategy

Analytics Leadership

Statistical Modeling

Machine Learning

Data Visualization

SQL

Python

R

Stakeholder Management

Remote Work

Education

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

SQL

Python

R

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier management consultancy, is seeking a results-oriented Lead Consultant in Data Analytics and Strategy to join their expanding remote workforce. This critical role will guide clients in harnessing the power of their data to drive strategic decision-making and achieve business objectives. You will lead projects focused on data strategy, analytics implementation, and deriving actionable insights from complex datasets. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strategic thinking, deep technical expertise in analytics, and strong leadership capabilities. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape data-driven strategies for leading organizations, working entirely remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive data strategies for clients.
• Lead engagements focused on advanced analytics, business intelligence, and data visualization.
• Translate complex data findings into clear, actionable business recommendations.
• Manage client relationships and lead project teams to deliver high-quality analytics solutions.
• Advise on data governance, data quality, and data architecture best practices.
• Identify opportunities for leveraging AI and machine learning to drive business value.
• Mentor junior consultants and analysts in data analytics techniques.
• Communicate insights and strategies effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in data science and analytics.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or data strategy consulting.
• Proven experience in leading complex data-focused projects and client engagements.
• Strong command of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and data mining techniques.
• Expertise in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and SQL.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R is highly desirable.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and experience mentoring teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fully remote, self-directed work environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package with significant bonus potential.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities, including advanced training and certifications.
• Opportunity to work with diverse and challenging datasets and client problems.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating virtual environment.