Remote Senior Innovation Strategy Consultant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work

Professional development budget

Flexible schedule

Bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Innovation Strategy Consultant to join our fully remote team. You will partner with global client leaders to design innovation frameworks, identify growth opportunities, and drive agile adoption across organizations.

In this role you’ll lead remote teams, facilitate design thinking sessions, and translate insights into actionable strategies that deliver measurable business impact. A master’s degree and 7+ years in innovation are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in a related field is required.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in innovation management or strategy consulting with a record of delivering innovation programs.
• Strong knowledge of innovation frameworks, design thinking, agile, and lean startup principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive innovation strategies and roadmaps for clients.
• Identify and evaluate trends, technologies, and business models to uncover growth opportunities.
• Design and facilitate innovation workshops, ideation sessions, and design thinking sprints.
• Advise clients on building internal innovation capabilities, including culture, processes, and governance.
• Lead projects focused on new product development, service innovation, and digital venturing.

Skills

Innovation management

Strategy consulting

Design thinking

Agile methodologies

Lean startup

Remote teamwork

Facilitation

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's degree in Business/Management

7+ years experience in related fields

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious management consulting firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Innovation Strategy Consultant to join their fully remote team. This role is dedicated to helping clients foster a culture of innovation, develop new product and service strategies, and leverage emerging technologies to achieve sustainable growth. You will work closely with senior leaders to design and implement innovation frameworks, identify new market opportunities, and drive the adoption of agile methodologies. Operating in a remote capacity, you will collaborate with diverse teams and clients globally, facilitating creative problem-solving and strategic foresight. This position offers a unique chance to be at the forefront of business innovation for leading organizations, from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive innovation strategies and roadmaps for clients.
• Identify and evaluate emerging trends, technologies, and business models to uncover new growth opportunities.
• Design and facilitate innovation workshops, ideation sessions, and design thinking sprints.
• Advise clients on building internal innovation capabilities, including culture, processes, and governance.
• Lead projects focused on new product development, service innovation, and digital venturing.
• Manage virtual project teams and collaborate effectively with client stakeholders remotely.
• Stay current with the latest thinking in innovation, entrepreneurship, and disruptive technologies.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, Design, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in innovation management, strategy consulting, product development, or corporate venturing.
• Proven track record in developing and executing successful innovation strategies.
• Strong understanding of innovation frameworks, design thinking, agile methodologies, and lean startup principles.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional virtual facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead remote teams and manage client relationships effectively.
• Creative mindset with a passion for driving change and fostering new ideas.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible work schedule and remote work environment.
• Significant budget for professional development, attending industry events, and pursuing certifications.
• Opportunity to shape the future of businesses through strategic innovation.
• Collaborative and forward-thinking virtual work culture.