Senior Digital Strategy Lead (Remote)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Remote-first workplace

Health, dental, vision insurance

Professional development and certs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Management Consultant specializing in Digital Strategy. This fully remote role is based in Benoni, Gauteng, ZA, with global client engagements.

You will shape digital futures by guiding AI, cloud, data analytics, and IoT transformations, while leading multi-disciplinary teams and advising C-suite executives. You will mentor junior consultants, develop new methodologies, and present findings to senior stakeholders with clarity.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field is required.
• 8+ years in management consulting or strategic digital leadership.
• Proven digital transformation expertise (AI, cloud, data analytics, IoT).
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary projects and senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of digital strategies for clients across industries.
• Advise C-suite on leveraging emerging technologies for transformation.
• Oversee project teams to ensure quality, timeliness, and client satisfaction.
• Develop business cases, roadmaps, and implementation plans for digital initiatives.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to intellectual capital.

Skills

Digital strategy leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration / IT / CS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Management Consultant specializing in Digital Strategy. This fully remote role is based in Benoni, Gauteng, ZA, with global client engagements.

You will shape digital futures by guiding AI, cloud, data analytics, and IoT transformations, while leading multi-disciplinary teams and advising C-suite executives. You will mentor junior consultants, develop new methodologies, and present findings to senior stakeholders with clarity.