Senior Consultant - Digital Strategy & Innovation

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development

Remote work flexibility

Diverse projects

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Consultant specializing in Digital Strategy and Innovation to join its team. The role is fully remote and serves clients across Polokwane, Limpopo, and beyond.

You will develop digital strategies, identify new business models, and implement transformative digital solutions while guiding clients through digital journeys. Strong communication and facilitation skills are essential for effective workshops and client engagements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business, Technology, IS, or related field.
• 5–7 years in digital strategy, tech consulting or innovation management.
• Proven track record delivering digital strategies for diverse organizations.
• Strong knowledge of AI, cloud, IoT, blockchain and their business uses.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation and facilitation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate digital strategies and transformation roadmaps for clients.
• Advise on digital innovation, new product/service development, and business model change.
• Lead engagements on digital adoption, platform strategy, and data analytics.
• Conduct market research to identify opportunities and threats.
• Deliver high-impact presentations to senior client stakeholders.

Skills

Digital strategy

Innovation management

Technology consulting

Data analytics

Excellent communication

Facilitation skills

Education

Master's degree in Business, Technology, IS, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking management consultancy, is seeking a talented Senior Consultant specializing in Digital Strategy and Innovation to join their team, operating remotely and serving clients across **Polokwane, Limpopo**, and beyond. This role is designed for an individual who thrives on shaping the digital future of businesses, driving innovation, and leveraging technology to create competitive advantages. You will work with clients to develop cutting-edge digital strategies, identify new business models, and implement transformative digital solutions. The position requires a blend of strategic thinking, technological understanding, and excellent communication skills to guide clients through their digital journeys. This is a fully remote role, offering significant flexibility while contributing to impactful projects. You will be key in helping organizations in the **Limpopo** region embrace digital transformation and achieve their strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate compelling digital strategies and transformation roadmaps for clients.
• Identify emerging technologies and digital trends relevant to client industries and business objectives.
• Advise clients on digital innovation, new product/service development, and business model transformation.
• Lead engagements focused on digital adoption, platform strategy, and data analytics implementation.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify digital opportunities and threats.
• Collaborate with client teams to ensure effective execution of digital initiatives.
• Facilitate workshops and brainstorming sessions to foster innovation and digital thinking within client organizations.
• Prepare and deliver high-impact presentations and reports to senior client stakeholders.
• Contribute to the firm's knowledge base on digital strategy and innovation best practices.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business, Technology, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in digital strategy, technology consulting, innovation management, or a related role.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing digital strategies for diverse organizations.
• Strong understanding of digital technologies (e.g., AI, cloud, IoT, blockchain) and their business applications.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.
• Experience advising clients in the **Limpopo** region or similar emerging markets is a plus.
• Passion for innovation and driving digital change.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development, training, and certifications in digital technologies.
• Full remote working flexibility, enabling excellent work-life integration.
• Exposure to diverse and exciting digital transformation projects.
• A collaborative and innovative virtual team environment.