Remote Senior Consultant - Change Management & Transformation

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work autonomy

Career advancement opportunities

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Consultant specializing in Change Management and Transformation to guide large-scale organizational shifts in a fully remote setting. You will partner with clients and internal teams across South Africa to diagnose change needs and design interventions that drive adoption and organizational agility.

You will lead communications, training, and stakeholder engagement while measuring impact and ensuring successful execution of transformation programs with senior

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in change management consulting or related transformation roles.
• Proven ability to design and implement change management strategies including communications and training.
• Strong knowledge of change management models (Prosci ADKAR, Kotter).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and facilitation skills in virtual settings.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities with cross-level influence.
• Experience managing complex projects with diverse teams.
• Proficiency with remote collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive change management strategies for large-scale organizational transformations.
• Assess organizational readiness for change, identifying potential risks and barriers to adoption.
• Design and deliver communication plans, stakeholder engagement strategies, and training programs.
• Coach and advise senior leaders and change champions on effective change leadership.
• Facilitate virtual workshops and team sessions to build consensus and drive engagement.
• Develop metrics and tools to measure the effectiveness of change initiatives and employee adoption.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate change management activities into overall program plans.
• Contribute to the firm's thought leadership and methodologies in change management and organizational design.
• Support the development of proposals and client pursuits related to transformation services.

Skills

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Training & facilitation

Program management

Virtual collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Psychology/HR

MBA or advanced degree (plus)

Tools

Prosci ADKAR

Kotter's 8-Step Process

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading international management consultancy, is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant specializing in Change Management and Transformation to join their fully remote team. This role is critical for guiding organizations through significant strategic and operational shifts. As a remote-first professional, you will leverage advanced collaboration tools to partner with clients and internal teams worldwide, driving successful adoption of change initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in developing and implementing change management strategies, fostering organizational agility, and enhancing employee engagement during periods of transformation. You will work closely with senior leadership to diagnose change needs, design effective change interventions, and measure the impact of transformation programs. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects from anywhere in South Africa, influencing how businesses adapt and thrive in a constantly evolving landscape. Your expertise in managing the human element of change will be key to ensuring the success of complex transformations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive change management strategies for large-scale organizational transformations.
• Assess organizational readiness for change, identifying potential risks and barriers to adoption.
• Design and deliver communication plans, stakeholder engagement strategies, and training programs.
• Coach and advise senior leaders and change champions on effective change leadership.
• Facilitate virtual workshops and team sessions to build consensus and drive engagement.
• Develop metrics and tools to measure the effectiveness of change initiatives and employee adoption.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate change management activities into overall program plans.
• Contribute to the firm's thought leadership and methodologies in change management and organizational design.
• Support the development of proposals and client pursuits related to transformation services.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in change management consulting, organizational development, or a similar role focused on large-scale transformations.
• Proven ability to design and implement successful change management strategies, including communication, training, and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong understanding of change management models and best practices (e.g., Prosci ADKAR, Kotter's 8-Step Process).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and facilitation skills, particularly in virtual environments.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and influence across all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects and working effectively with diverse teams.
• Proficiency with collaboration software and digital tools for remote engagement.
• A bachelor's degree in Business, Psychology, Human Resources, or a related field is required; an MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a fully remote, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• The flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to lead impactful transformation initiatives for a global client base.
• Extensive professional development opportunities and access to industry-leading training.
• A collaborative and innovative remote work culture.
• Significant potential for career advancement within a leading consultancy.
• Be a key driver of positive organizational change and resilience.