Remote Lead Management Consultant - Digital Strategy

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybride; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical coverage

Retirement planning

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Virtual industry events

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is recruiting a Lead Management Consultant in Digital Strategy for a fully remote role. You will guide digital transformations, lead senior client discussions, and shape robust digital roadmaps from a home office.

The position requires shaping strategy with executives and managing remote teams across industries. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in management consulting focused on digital strategy, with strong communication and remote leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business, Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• MBA strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in management consulting with a focus on digital strategy, digital transformation, or technology consulting.
• Experience leading complex digital strategy projects and advising senior executives.
• Deep understanding of current digital technologies and trends (AI, Cloud, Big Data, IoT, CRM).
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with ability to lead remotely.

Responsabilités

• Lead the design and implementation of comprehensive digital strategies for clients across industries.
• Advise senior leadership on digital trends and business implications.
• Oversee digital roadmaps including ecommerce, mobile, data analytics, and cloud adoption.
• Facilitate virtual workshops and stakeholder sessions for collaboration.
• Manage client relationships and ensure successful delivery of digital transformation projects.
• Mentor junior consultants working remotely on digital strategy engagements.
• Conduct market analysis to identify opportunities and threats.
• Contribute to business development and client engagement expansion.
• Champion best practices in digital strategy and agile methodologies within the remote team.

Connaissances

Digital strategy

Remote leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Agile methodologies

Business development

AI/Cloud/Big Data

Formation

Master's degree in Business/Technology/CS

MBA

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leading global management consultancy, is seeking an accomplished Lead Management Consultant specializing in Digital Strategy to join their fully remote team. This is an unparalleled opportunity to guide organizations through their digital transformation journeys from the convenience of your home office. You will lead the development and execution of cutting-edge digital strategies, helping clients leverage technology to drive innovation, enhance customer engagement, and achieve competitive advantage. The role involves working with C-suite executives, identifying key digital opportunities and risks, and architecting robust digital roadmaps. As a remote-first position, you must possess strong self-discipline, excellent virtual communication skills, and a proven ability to lead teams and projects effectively without physical co-location. If you are passionate about digital innovation and thrive in a flexible work environment, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of comprehensive digital strategies for clients across various industries.
• Advise senior leadership on digital trends, emerging technologies, and their business implications.
• Oversee the development of digital roadmaps, including e-commerce, mobile strategies, data analytics, and cloud adoption.
• Facilitate virtual workshops and stakeholder sessions to foster collaboration and co-creation of digital solutions.
• Manage client relationships and ensure the successful delivery of digital transformation projects.
• Mentor and develop junior consultants working remotely on digital strategy engagements.
• Conduct market analysis and competitive assessments to identify digital opportunities and threats.
• Contribute to business development, including proposal development and client engagement expansion.
• Champion best practices in digital strategy and agile methodologies within the remote team.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business, Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• MBA or equivalent experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in management consulting, with a significant focus on digital strategy, digital transformation, or technology consulting.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex digital strategy projects and advising senior executives.
• Deep understanding of current digital technologies, platforms, and trends (e.g., AI, Cloud, Big Data, IoT, CRM).
• Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly in a virtual setting.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate remote teams and manage client expectations effectively.
• Experience with agile development methodologies and product management is advantageous.
• Strong business acumen and a passion for driving digital innovation.

Benefits

This fully remote role offers a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including top-tier medical coverage, retirement planning support, and generous paid time off. Our client is committed to your professional growth, providing access to cutting-edge training, certifications, and opportunities to attend virtual industry events. The flexibility of this role allows for an exceptional work-life balance, enabling you to work from anywhere. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven consultant to lead impactful digital initiatives for a global clientele, working remotely from or near Stellenbosch, Western Cape .