Remote Senior Management Consultant - Digital Strategy

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Training resources

Global client base

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Management Consultant with expertise in Digital Strategy to join their fully remote team. You will advise clients across industries on digital transformation, from strategy formulation to implementation, leveraging digital trends, technologies, and business models to create competitive advantage.

The role requires 7+ years in digital strategy or IT strategy, strong communication to executive level, and ability to manage remote project teams.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in digital strategy consulting or IT strategy with a strong digital transformation focus.
• Deep knowledge of current digital technologies, platforms, and methodologies.
• Proven track record leading remote or distributed teams and client engagements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine digital strategies aligned with client objectives and market positioning.
• Assess clients' digital maturity, identify gaps, and propose initiatives in cloud, data analytics, AI, and automation.
• Lead virtual project teams and client engagements with effective communication and collaboration.
• Advise C-suite and stakeholders on digital trends and best practices for adoption.
• Develop business cases and implementation roadmaps for digital transformation projects.

Skills

Digital strategy

IT strategy

Remote collaboration

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Management Consultant with expertise in Digital Strategy to join their fully remote team. This role is crucial for advising clients across various industries on their digital transformation journeys, from initial strategy formulation to successful implementation. You will leverage your deep understanding of digital trends, technologies, and business models to help clients achieve competitive advantage in an increasingly digital world. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional who thrives in a remote-first environment and is passionate about driving digital innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine digital strategies that align with clients' overarching business objectives and market positioning.
• Assess clients' digital maturity, identify gaps, and recommend transformative digital initiatives, including cloud, data analytics, AI, and automation.
• Lead virtual project teams and client engagements, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and timely delivery of outcomes.
• Advise C-suite executives and stakeholders on digital trends, technological advancements, and best practices for digital adoption.
• Develop compelling business cases and implementation roadmaps for digital transformation projects.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in digital strategy consulting, IT strategy, or a similar advisory role, with a strong focus on digital transformation.
• In-depth knowledge of current and emerging digital technologies, platforms, and methodologies.
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex digital strategy projects, ideally in a remote or distributed team setting.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at the executive level.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree is highly advantageous.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse, global client base from anywhere.
• Access to cutting-edge training and professional development resources.
• A flexible and supportive remote work culture that prioritizes well-being.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership within a growing digital practice.