Senior Consultant - Digital Strategy (Remote)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work availability

Bonuses based on performance

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Consultant with expertise in Digital Strategy to join a remote-first management consultancy. You will guide clients through their digital transformation journeys, from strategy formulation to execution, leveraging emerging technologies and business processes to deliver innovative solutions.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, an excellent communicator, and adept at collaborating in a virtual environment.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in a relevant field such as Business, Technology Management, or Computer Science.
• At least 6 years of experience in management consulting with a specialization in digital strategy or digital transformation.
• Proven track record of leading successful digital strategy projects.
• In-depth knowledge of digital trends, technologies, and their business implications.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Outstanding virtual communication, presentation, and facilitation abilities.
• Experience working effectively in remote or distributed team environments.
• Strong client-facing skills and the ability to influence senior executives.
• Demonstrated experience in change management within a digital context.
• Must be authorized to work in South Africa and possess a reliable internet connection for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate compelling digital strategies for clients across various industries.
• Assess clients' digital maturity and identify opportunities for innovation and optimization.
• Lead the design and implementation of digital transformation initiatives.
• Advise clients on emerging technologies such as AI, cloud computing, and data analytics.
• Facilitate virtual workshops and collaborate with stakeholders to drive digital adoption.
• Manage project teams, ensuring timely and successful delivery of digital strategy projects.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with client leadership.
• Contribute to the development of new digital service offerings and methodologies.
• Mentor and coach junior consultants, fostering their digital expertise.

Skills

Digital Strategy

Digital Transformation

Strategic Thinking

Executive Communication

Remote Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Business/Technology/CS

Tools

AI

Cloud Computing

Data Analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking management consultancy, is seeking a Senior Consultant with expertise in Digital Strategy to join their dynamic, fully remote team. This role involves guiding clients through their digital transformation journeys, from strategy formulation to execution. You will leverage your deep understanding of emerging technologies, digital trends, and business processes to deliver innovative solutions. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, an excellent communicator, and adept at working collaboratively in a virtual environment. You will lead client engagements, mentor junior team members, and contribute to the firm's thought leadership in digital strategy. This position is remote-first, allowing you to work from anywhere in South Africa, provided you can connect effectively with clients and teams. Join a leading consultancy that is at the forefront of digital innovation and offers significant career growth opportunities in a flexible, remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate compelling digital strategies for clients across various industries.
• Assess clients' digital maturity and identify opportunities for innovation and optimization.
• Lead the design and implementation of digital transformation initiatives.
• Advise clients on emerging technologies such as AI, cloud computing, and data analytics.
• Facilitate virtual workshops and collaborate with stakeholders to drive digital adoption.
• Manage project teams, ensuring timely and successful delivery of digital strategy projects.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with client leadership.
• Contribute to the development of new digital service offerings and methodologies.
• Mentor and coach junior consultants, fostering their digital expertise.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in a relevant field such as Business, Technology Management, or Computer Science.
• At least 6 years of experience in management consulting with a specialization in digital strategy or digital transformation.
• Proven track record of leading successful digital strategy projects.
• In-depth knowledge of digital trends, technologies, and their business implications.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Outstanding virtual communication, presentation, and facilitation abilities.
• Experience working effectively in remote or distributed team environments.
• Strong client-facing skills and the ability to influence senior executives.
• Demonstrated experience in change management within a digital context.
• Must be authorized to work in South Africa and possess a reliable internet connection for remote work.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work flexibility, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in digital technologies.
• Exposure to cutting-edge digital projects with leading organizations.
• A collaborative and innovative remote work culture.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Contribution to a company focused on digital excellence.
• Generous annual leave allowance.