Senior Consultant - Digital Transformation (Remote First)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance-bon

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Remote work flexibility

Exposure to cutting-edge digital proj.

Collaborative virtual team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Consultant for Digital Transformation to lead client engagements remotely from anywhere in South Africa. You will guide digital journeys, orchestrate roadmaps, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver transformative solutions.

This role emphasizes remote-first collaboration and strategic impact. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years in management consulting with a focus on digital transformation and strong capabilities in change management, stakeholder

Qualifications

• Master's degree required or equivalent.
• 5-7 years of experience in management consulting with a digital transformation focus.
• Proven track record leading digital strategy projects and tech implementations.
• Strong knowledge of current digital technologies and business applications.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in change management and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements focused on digital strategy and transformation initiatives.
• Assess current processes and technology landscapes to identify digital opportunities.
• Develop digital transformation roadmaps including technology selection and change management plans.
• Advise on emerging digital trends (AI, cloud, analytics, automation).
• Manage project teams and deliverables to ensure timely completion.
• Build relationships with client stakeholders, including senior executives.
• Facilitate workshops to drive alignment and decision-making.
• Mentor junior consultants in the transformation practice.

Skills

Digital transformation expertise

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Change management

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

AI & related technologies

Cloud computing

Data analytics

Automation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading Management Consultancy, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Consultant to focus on Digital Transformation. This role is designed to be fully remote, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere within South Africa. You will be instrumental in guiding clients through their digital journeys, helping them to harness technology for enhanced efficiency, improved customer experiences, and innovative business models. The ideal candidate has a strong grasp of digital technologies, strategic thinking, and a proven ability to manage complex change initiatives. As a Senior Consultant, you will lead client engagements, develop strategic roadmaps, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver transformative solutions. This is an outstanding opportunity to drive meaningful change in a remote-first, highly dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements focused on digital strategy and transformation initiatives.
• Assess current business processes and technology landscapes to identify digital opportunities.
• Develop comprehensive digital transformation roadmaps, including technology selection, implementation strategies, and change management plans.
• Advise clients on emerging digital trends, such as AI, cloud computing, data analytics, and automation.
• Manage project teams and deliverables, ensuring successful and timely project completion.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders, including senior executives.
• Facilitate workshops and collaborative sessions to drive client alignment and decision-making.
• Mentor and develop junior consultants within the digital transformation practice.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in management consulting, with a specialization in digital transformation.
• Demonstrated success in leading digital strategy projects and technology implementations.
• In-depth knowledge of current digital technologies and their business applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage projects and client relationships effectively.
• Experience in change management and stakeholder engagement.
• Adaptability and proven success in a fully remote work setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development, certifications, and continuous learning.
• Full remote work flexibility, promoting an excellent work-life balance.
• Exposure to cutting-edge digital projects with leading organizations.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual team culture.