Remote Senior Digital Transformation Consultant

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work allowances

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement savings plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Consultant specializing in Digital Transformation to join a remote-first practice serving clients across South Africa, including Gauteng. You will design digital roadmaps, guide adoption, and oversee remote implementations, all within a fully remote work model.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree and 7+ years in digital strategy or technology consulting, with proven experience leading client engagements and strong virtual stakeholder engagement skills to

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in digital strategy, technology consulting, or managing large-scale digital transformation programs.
• Proven track record in leading client engagements focused on digital innovation and adoption.
• Superior analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills, with virtual client interaction experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital transformation strategy development and execution for clients.
• Assess client digital maturity and identify opportunities for emerging technologies (AI, Cloud, Data Analytics).
• Develop digital roadmaps, prioritizing initiatives based on business value and feasibility.
• Manage remote project teams to ensure timely delivery of digital solutions.
• Facilitate virtual workshops with senior leadership to align on digital vision and strategy.
• Advise on change management aspects related to digital adoption and cultural shifts.
• Build and maintain relationships with client executives through virtual communication.
• Prepare and deliver high-impact presentations and reports to articulate digital strategies.
• Contribute to firm knowledge base and thought leadership.

Skills

Digital strategy

Leadership

Virtual stakeholder engagement

Remote collaboration

Education

Master’s degree (MBA/IT/CS or related)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Consultant specializing in Digital Transformation to join a remote-first practice serving clients across South Africa, including Gauteng. You will design digital roadmaps, guide adoption, and oversee remote implementations, all within a fully remote work model.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree and 7+ years in digital strategy or technology consulting, with proven experience leading client engagements and strong virtual stakeholder engagement skills to